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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
FORM 10-K
(MARK ONE)
[X] ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES
EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1999
OR
[ ] TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES
EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM ________ TO ________
COMMISSION FILE NUMBER: 333-36771
CITADEL BROADCASTING COMPANY
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
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NEVADA 86-0703641
(State or other jurisdiction of (I.R.S. Employer
incorporation or organization) Identification No.)
CITY CENTER WEST, SUITE 400 89128
7201 WEST LAKE MEAD BOULEVARD, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA (Zip Code)
(Address of principal executive offices)
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Registrant's telephone number, including area code: (702) 804-5200
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act: None
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act: None
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports
required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of
1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the
registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such
filing requirements for the past 90 days. Yes X No __
Indicate by check mark if disclosure of delinquent filers pursuant to Item
405 of Regulation S-K is not contained herein, and will not be contained, to the
best of registrant's knowledge, in definitive proxy or information statements
incorporated by reference in Part III of this Form 10-K or any amendment to this
Form 10-K. [ X ]
The aggregate market value of the registrant's common stock held by
non-affiliates of the registrant is zero.
As of March 15, 2000, there were 45,000 shares of common stock, $.001 par
value per share, outstanding.
DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE
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CITADEL BROADCASTING COMPANY
FORM 10-K
DECEMBER 31, 1999
INDEX
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PART I
Item 1 - Business.................................................. 4
Item 2 - Properties................................................ 28
Item 3 - Legal Proceedings......................................... 29
Item 4 - Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders....... 29
PART II
Item 5 - Market For Registrant's Common Equity and Related
Stockholder Matters......................................... 29
Item 6 - Selected Financial Data................................... 29
Item 7 - Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial
Condition and Results of Operations......................... 31
Item 7A - Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market
Risk........................................................ 40
Item 8 - Financial Statements and Supplementary Data............... 40
Item 9 - Changes In and Disagreements with Accountants on
Accounting and Financial Disclosure......................... 40
PART III
Item 10 - Directors and Executive Officers of the Registrant........ 41
Item 11 - Executive Compensation.................................... 43
Item 12 - Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and
Management.................................................. 48
Item 13 - Certain Relationships and Related Transactions............ 51
PART IV
Item 14 - Exhibits, Financial Statement Schedules and Reports on
Form 8-K.................................................... 52
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FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
Certain matters in this Form 10-K, including, without limitation, certain
matters discussed under Item 1, Business, Item 7, Management's Discussion and
Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations, and Item 7A,
Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk, constitute
"forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities
Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934,
as amended. We based these forward-looking statements largely on our current
expectations and projections about future events and financial trends affecting
our business. The words "believes," "may," "will," "anticipates," "intends,"
"expects" and similar words are intended to identify forward-looking statements.
In addition, any statements that refer to expectations or other
characterizations of future events or circumstances are forward-looking
statements. Readers are cautioned that any such forward-looking statements are
not guarantees of future performance and that matters referred to in such
forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and
other factors which may cause our actual results, performance or achievements to
be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements
expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Our forward-looking
statements are subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions including, among
other things:
- the realization of our business strategy,
- general economic and business conditions, both nationally and in our
radio markets,
- our expectations and estimates concerning future financial performance,
financing plans and the impact of competition,
- anticipated trends in our industry,
- the impact of current or pending legislation and regulation and antitrust
considerations, and
- other risks and uncertainties discussed in Item 1, Business, under the
headings "Competition," "Federal Regulation of Radio Broadcasting" and
"Risk Factors," Item 3, Legal Proceedings, Item 7, Management's
Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations,
and Item 7A, Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk.
In light of these risks and uncertainties, the forward-looking events and
circumstances discussed in this report might not transpire. We undertake no
obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements because
of new information, future events or otherwise.
INTRODUCTORY STATEMENT
Unless the context otherwise requires, references in this report to Citadel
Broadcasting and the terms "we," "our" and "us" refer to Citadel Broadcasting
Company. References in this report to Citadel Communications refer to Citadel
Communications Corporation, our parent, which owns all of our issued and
outstanding common stock.
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PART I
ITEM 1. BUSINESS
We are a radio broadcaster in the United States that focuses primarily on
acquiring, developing and operating radio stations in mid-sized markets. If we
complete all of our pending transactions, we will own or operate 138 FM and 61
AM radio stations in 42 markets, including clusters of four or more stations in
31 markets, and sell advertising in the United States for one Canadian FM radio
station.
Our primary strategy is to secure and maintain a leadership position in the
markets we serve and to expand into additional markets where we believe a
leadership position can be obtained. Upon entering a market, we seek to acquire
stations which, when integrated with our existing operations, allow us to reach
a wider range of demographic groups that appeal to advertisers, increase revenue
and achieve substantial cost savings.
Our portfolio of radio stations is diversified in terms of format, target
demographics and geographic location. Because of the size of our portfolio and
our individual radio station groups, we believe we are not unduly reliant upon
the performance of any single station. We also believe that the diversity of our
portfolio of radio stations helps insulate us from downturns in specific markets
and changes in format preferences.
A radio station's actual city of license may be different from the
metropolitan market indicated as being served by the station.
CORPORATE HISTORY
Citadel Broadcasting was formed August 21, 1991 as a Nevada corporation. In
1992 Citadel Broadcasting acquired all of the radio stations then owned or
operated by Citadel Associates Limited Partnership and Citadel Associates
Montana Limited Partnership and certain other radio stations. Lawrence R.
Wilson, Chief Executive Officer of Citadel Communications and Citadel
Broadcasting, was a co-founder and one of the two general partners of Citadel
Associates Limited Partnership and Citadel Associates Montana Limited
Partnership. In 1993, Citadel Communications was incorporated and Citadel
Broadcasting was reorganized as a wholly owned subsidiary of Citadel
Communications. Citadel Communications currently owns all of the issued and
outstanding common stock of Citadel Broadcasting.
We acquired ownership of additional radio stations in each of 1993, 1994,
1996, 1997, 1998 and 1999. In the various transactions we completed in 1999, we
acquired 57 radio stations in 14 markets and we sold 26 radio stations in seven
markets.
Beginning in late 1997, we acquired ownership of, and began operating, an
internet service provider, eFortress, which offers its subscribers a variety of
services, including electronic mail and access to the internet. In December
1999, we decided to discontinue our internet operations and adopted a plan for
the sale of eFortress. Although there can be no assurance, we expect to complete
this sale in the second quarter of 2000. For additional information about these
discontinued operations, see Note 3 of the Notes to our Consolidated Financial
Statements included in this report in Item 8, Financial Statements and
Supplementary Data.
OPERATING STRATEGY
Our operating strategy focuses on maximizing our radio stations' appeal to
advertisers, and consequently our revenue and cash flow. In order to achieve
these goals, we have implemented the strategies described below. We intend to
continue to expand our existing strategies and to develop new methods to enhance
revenue and reduce costs.
OWNERSHIP OF STRONG RADIO STATION GROUPS. We seek to secure and maintain a
leadership position in the markets we serve by owning multiple stations in those
markets. By coordinating programming, promotional and selling strategies among
each group of local stations, we attempt to capture a wide range of demographic
listener groups which appeal to advertisers. We believe that the diversification
of our programming formats and our collective inventory of available advertising
time strengthen relationships with advertisers and increase our ability to
maximize the value of our inventory. We believe that having multiple stations in
a market also enhances our
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ability to market the advantages of radio advertising versus other advertising
media, such as newspapers and television, thus potentially increasing radio's
share of total advertising dollars spent in a given market.
We believe that our ability to leverage the existing programming and sales
resources of our radio station groups enables us to enhance the growth potential
of both new and underperforming stations while reducing the risks associated
with undertaking means of improving station performance, including launching new
formats. We also believe that operating leading station groups allows us to
attract and retain talented local management teams, on-air personalities and
sales personnel, which we believe are essential to operating success.
Furthermore, we seek to achieve substantial cost savings through the
consolidation in each of our markets of facilities, management, sales and
administrative personnel and operating resources, such as on-air talent,
programming and music research.
AGGRESSIVE SALES AND MARKETING. We seek to maximize our share of local
advertising revenue in each of our markets through aggressive sales and
marketing initiatives. We provide extensive training for our sales personnel
through our proprietary interactive training program designed to improve the
selling skills of all sales personnel, both new hires and veteran sales
personnel, and we retain various independent consultants who hold frequent
seminars for, and are available for consultation with, our sales personnel. We
also emphasize regular, informal exchanges of ideas among our management and
sales personnel across our various markets. We seek to maximize our revenue by
utilizing inventory management techniques that allow us to provide our sales
personnel with frequent price adjustments based on regional and local market
conditions. To further strengthen our relationship with advertisers, we also
offer and market our ability to create customer traffic through on-site events
staged at, and broadcast from, the advertisers' business locations. We believe
that, prior to their acquisition by us, many of our acquired stations had
underperformed in sales, due primarily to undersized and under trained sales
staffs responsible for selling inventory on multiple stations. Accordingly, we
have significantly expanded the sales forces of many of our acquired stations
and implemented our training program.
TARGETED PROGRAMMING. To maintain or improve our position in each market,
we combine extensive market research with an assessment of our competitors'
vulnerabilities in order to identify significant and sustainable target
audiences. We then tailor the programming, marketing and promotion of each radio
station to maximize its appeal to its target audience. We attempt to build
strong markets by:
- creating distinct, highly visible profiles for our on-air personalities,
particularly those broadcasting during morning drive time traditionally
between 6:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m.,
- formulating recognizable brand names for select stations such as the
"Bull" and "Cat Country," and
- actively participating in community events and charities.
DECENTRALIZED OPERATIONS. We believe that radio is primarily a local
business and that much of our success is the result of the efforts of regional
and local management and staff. Accordingly, we decentralize much of our
operations to these levels. Each of our regional and local station groups is
managed by a team of experienced broadcasters who understand the musical tastes,
demographics and competitive opportunities of the particular market. Regional
and local managers are responsible for preparing annual operating budgets, and a
portion of their compensation is linked to meeting or surpassing their operating
targets. Corporate management approves each station group's annual operating
budget and imposes strict financial reporting requirements to track station
performance. Corporate management is responsible for long range planning,
establishing corporate policies and serving as a resource to local management.
We have implemented local sales reporting systems at each station to provide
local and corporate management with daily sales information.
ACQUISITION STRATEGY
Our acquisition strategy is focused on acquiring additional radio stations
in both our existing markets and in new markets in which we believe we can
effectively use our operating strategies. We anticipate that we will continue to
focus on mid-sized markets rather than attempt to expand into larger markets.
Competition among potential purchasers for suitable radio station acquisitions
is intense throughout the United States. We expect to continue to identify and
pursue acquisition opportunities to complement and expand our station portfolio.
Although we have identified further acquisition opportunities, we cannot assure
you that we will be able to reach
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agreement with the identified candidates, that, in the future, we will be able
to identify other suitable and available acquisition opportunities or that we
will be able to complete any such acquisition opportunities. Additional risks
and uncertainties related to our acquisition strategy are discussed below under
the headings "Federal Regulation of Radio Broadcasting" and "Risk Factors."
In evaluating acquisition opportunities in new markets, we assess our
potential to build leading radio station groups in those markets over time. We
believe that the creation of strong station groups in local markets is essential
to our operating success and generally will not consider entering a new market
unless we believe we can acquire multiple stations in the market. We also
analyze a number of additional factors which we believe are important to our
success, including the number and quality of commercial radio signals
broadcasting in the market, the nature of the competition in the market, our
ability to improve the operating performance of the radio station or stations
under consideration and the general economic conditions of the market.
We believe that our acquisition strategy, if properly implemented, could
have a number of benefits, including:
- diversified revenue and broadcast cash flow across a greater number of
stations and markets,
- improved broadcast cash flow margins through the consolidation of
facilities and the elimination of redundant expenses,
- broadened range of advertising packages to offer advertisers,
- improved leverage in various key vendor negotiations,
- enhanced appeal to top industry management talent, and
- increased overall scale which should facilitate our capital raising
activities.
PENDING TRANSACTIONS
There are several transactions currently pending which, if completed, would
result in our purchasing 48 FM and 28 AM radio stations, acquiring the right to
operate one additional FM radio station, acquiring the right to sell advertising
in the United States for one Canadian FM radio station and selling two AM radio
stations. The aggregate purchase price for our pending acquisitions is
approximately $510.2 million in cash, 200,000 shares of Citadel Communications'
common stock valued at approximately $10.1 million, based on the closing price
of the common stock on December 2, 1999, and one AM radio station in each of
Albuquerque, New Mexico and Binghamton, New York. Under certain circumstances,
Citadel Communications' common stock may not be delivered as a portion of the
aggregate purchase price. In that event, approximately $10.1 million in cash
will be substituted for the common stock.
The completion of each of our pending transactions is subject to various
conditions, including Federal Communications Commission consent to the
assignment of the station licenses to us or consent to transfer of control of
the station licenses to us, as the case may be, and the expiration or
termination of any applicable waiting period under the Hart-Scott-Rodino
Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976, as amended. Although we believe these
closing conditions are generally customary for transactions of this type, there
can be no assurance that the conditions will be satisfied.
The following is a brief discussion of each of our pending transactions:
- On October 5, 1999, we entered into an asset purchase agreement with
Kenneth A. Rushton, as Trustee of the Chapter 7 bankruptcy estate of
Venture Broadcasting, Inc., to acquire one AM radio station serving the
Salt Lake City, Utah market, including the related tower site, for a
purchase price of approximately $0.6 million in cash, which has been paid
and is being held in escrow pending closing of the transaction. An
application seeking FCC approval of assignment of the station license was
filed on October 25, 1999, and an initial grant of the application was
received on February 29, 2000. The closing of this transaction had been
delayed as a petition to deny the transfer of the license had been filed
with the FCC. We now anticipate that this acquisition will close in April
2000. Pending closing of this transaction, we operate the station to be
acquired under a local marketing agreement.
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- On October 8, 1999, we entered into an exchange agreement with Titus
Broadcasting Systems, Inc. to acquire one AM radio station in Binghamton,
New York in exchange for one AM radio station in Binghamton owned by us
and approximately $0.6 million in cash. We have delivered an irrevocable
letter of credit in favor of Titus Broadcasting Systems, Inc. in the
amount of $30,000 to secure our obligations under the exchange agreement.
An application seeking FCC approval of assignment of the station licenses
was filed on October 22, 1999. The closing of this transaction has been
delayed by the FCC's analysis of market revenue share in Binghamton.
- On October 27, 1999, we entered into an asset purchase agreement with
Broadcasting Partners Holdings, L.P. to acquire 23 FM and 13 AM radio
stations in Buffalo/Niagara Falls, Syracuse and Ithaca, New York;
Atlantic City/Cape May, New Jersey; Tyler/Longview, Texas; Monroe,
Louisiana; New London, Connecticut; New Bedford/Fall River,
Massachusetts; and Augusta/Waterville, Presque Isle and Dennysville/
Calais, Maine, as well as the right to operate an additional FM radio
station in Atlantic City/Cape May under a program service and time
brokerage agreement and the right to sell advertising in the United
States for one FM radio station in Niagara Falls, Ontario under a joint
sales agreement. The aggregate purchase price is approximately $190.0
million in cash. We have delivered an irrevocable letter of credit in
favor of Broadcasting Partners Holdings in the amount of $12.0 million to
secure our obligations under the asset purchase agreement. The stations
indicated include one AM radio station in Buffalo/Niagara Falls that an
affiliate of the seller has entered into an agreement to purchase. If
this transaction has not been completed prior to our acquisition, we will
be assigned the rights under the purchase agreement. An application
seeking FCC approval of assignment of the station licenses was filed on
November 9, 1999, and an initial grant of the application was received on
February 28, 2000. The closing of this transaction had been delayed by
the FCC's analysis of market revenue share in various markets. We now
anticipate that this acquisition will close in April 2000 (other than the
acquisition of the one AM station in Buffalo/ Niagara Falls referred to
above for which we will be assigned the rights under the purchase
agreement).
- On November 16, 1999, we entered into an asset purchase agreement with
KSMB/KACY Radio Broadcasting Company, KVOL Radio Broadcasting Company and
Powell Broadcasting Company, Inc. to acquire two FM and two AM radio
stations in Lafayette, Louisiana for the purchase price of approximately
$8.5 million in cash. We have delivered an irrevocable letter of credit
in favor of KSMB/ KACY Radio Broadcasting and KVOL Radio Broadcasting in
the amount of $425,000 to secure our obligations under the asset purchase
agreement. An application seeking FCC approval of assignment of the
station licenses was filed on December 10, 1999, and an initial grant of
the application was received on March 15, 2000. The closing of this
transaction had been delayed by the FCC's analysis of market revenue
share in Lafayette. We now anticipate that this acquisition will close in
March or April 2000.
- On November 16, 1999, we entered into an asset purchase agreement with
LifeTalk Broadcasting Association to acquire one AM radio station in
Albuquerque, New Mexico in exchange for one AM radio station in
Albuquerque owned by us and approximately $5.4 million in cash, of which
$1.0 million has been paid in advance. An application seeking FCC
approval of assignment of the station licenses was filed on December 6,
1999, and an initial grant of the application was received on March 23,
2000. The closing of this transaction had been delayed by the FCC's
analysis of market revenue share in Albuquerque. We now anticipate that
this transaction will close in April or May 2000.
- On December 3, 1999, we entered into an asset purchase agreement with
Montachusett Broadcasting, Inc. to acquire one FM radio station serving
the Worcester, Massachusetts market for the purchase price of
approximately $3.5 million in cash, which has been paid and is being held
in escrow pending closing of the transaction. We have delivered an
irrevocable letter of credit in favor of Montachusett Broadcasting in the
amount of $200,000 to secure our obligations under the asset purchase
agreement. An application seeking FCC approval of assignment of the
station licenses was filed on December 9, 1999, an initial grant of the
application was received on February 4, 2000 and a final order was
received on March 20, 2000. We expect to close this transaction at such
time that an order is issued in an FCC proceeding to change the station's
city of license. Pending closing of this transaction, we operate the
station to be acquired under a local marketing agreement.
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- On December 3, 1999, we entered into an asset purchase agreement with
Liggett Broadcast, Inc. and certain of its affiliates to acquire four FM
and two AM radio stations serving the Lansing/East Lansing, Michigan
market, two FM stations serving the Saginaw/Bay City/Midland, Michigan
market and one FM radio station serving the Flint, Michigan market. The
aggregate purchase price is approximately $120.5 million, consisting of
200,000 shares of Citadel Communications' common stock valued at $50.375
per share, based on the closing share price of the common stock on
December 2, 1999, and approximately $110.4 million in cash. However, if
the value of Citadel Communications' common stock at the time of closing,
based on the 20-day average closing sale price per share prior to
closing, is less than $45.3375 (90% of the value on December 2, 1999),
then no common stock will be issued and the purchase price will be paid
entirely in cash. We have delivered an irrevocable letter of credit in
favor of Liggett Broadcast in the amount of $6.0 million to secure our
obligations under the asset purchase agreement. An application seeking
FCC approval of assignment of the station licenses was filed on December
20, 1999, and an initial grant of the full application was received on
February 24, 2000.
In February 2000, we received a request for additional information and
documents from the United States Department of Justice relating to
stations in Saginaw/Bay City/Midland. Under the applicable rules, this
request extends the waiting period under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act for a
period of 20 days after receipt by the Department of Justice of the
information and documents requested from all parties from whom such
information and documents have been requested. To resolve the Department
of Justice's concerns, we may agree to sell one or more of our existing
stations, or stations to be acquired, serving Saginaw/Bay City/Midland in
connection with our acquisition of stations from Liggett Broadcast and
its affiliates.
- On December 21, 1999, we entered into an asset purchase agreement with
WBA, Inc. to acquire one FM radio station serving the Worcester,
Massachusetts market for the purchase price of approximately $14.3
million in cash. We have delivered an irrevocable letter of credit in
favor of WBA in the amount of $712,500 to secure our obligations under
the asset purchase agreement. An application seeking FCC approval of
assignment of the station licenses was filed on January 6, 2000.
- On January 23, 2000, we entered into a stock purchase agreement with
Bloomington Broadcasting Holdings, Inc. and its stockholders to purchase
all of the issued and outstanding capital stock of Bloomington
Broadcasting Holdings. Through its subsidiaries, Bloomington Broadcasting
Holdings is expected to own and operate at closing 13 FM and seven AM
radio stations serving the Grand Rapids, Michigan; Columbia, South
Carolina; Chattanooga, Tennessee; Johnson City/Kingsport/Bristol,
Tennessee; and Bloomington, Illinois markets for the aggregate purchase
price of approximately $176.0 million in cash. This amount includes
repayment of indebtedness of Bloomington Broadcasting Holdings that may
be outstanding at the time of closing and a deferred obligation relating
to a recent radio station purchase by Bloomington Broadcasting Holdings.
Certain purchase price adjustments may also be made at closing. We have
delivered an irrevocable letter of credit in favor of Bloomington
Broadcasting Holdings in the amount of $15.0 million to secure our
obligations under the stock purchase agreement. The stations indicated
include one AM radio station serving the Johnson City/Kingsport/Bristol
market that Bloomington Broadcasting Holdings has entered into an
agreement to purchase. If this transaction has not been completed prior
to completion of our acquisition of Bloomington Broadcasting Holdings, we
will be assigned the rights under the purchase agreement. An application
seeking FCC approval of transfer of control of the station licenses was
filed on February 4, 2000. The closing of this transaction has been
delayed by the FCC's analysis of market revenue share in Grand Rapids,
Columbia, Johnson City/ Kingsport/Bristol and Bloomington.
- On January 31, 2000, we entered into an asset purchase agreement with CAT
Communications Corporation to acquire one FM radio station and one AM
radio station serving the Worcester, Massachusetts market for the
purchase price of approximately $0.9 million. We have delivered an
irrevocable letter of credit in favor of CAT Communications in the amount
of $75,000 to secure our obligations under the asset purchase agreement.
An application seeking FCC approval of assignment of the station licenses
was filed on February 10, 2000.
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We expect to close one or more of our pending transactions following
receipt of an initial grant from the FCC, but prior to receipt of a final order
from the FCC. Until an order becomes final, third parties may file a request for
reconsideration or judicial review or the FCC may reconsider the grant on its
own motion. Such action could expose us to a modification or set aside of the
initial approval. There can be no assurance that a modification or set aside
will not occur should we elect to close a transaction prior to receipt of a
final order from the FCC. See the discussion below under the heading "Federal
Regulation of Radio Broadcasting" and the subheading "Ownership Matters."
STATION PORTFOLIO
We have a national presence, and our portfolio of stations is diversified
in terms of format and target demographics, as well as geographic location. This
diversity reduces our reliance upon the performance of any single station and
helps insulate us from downturns in specific markets and changes in format
preferences.
If we complete all of our pending transactions, we will own 136 FM and 61
AM radio stations in 42 mid-sized markets, operate two additional FM radio
stations, one in Reno, Nevada and one in Atlantic City/Cape May, New Jersey,
pursuant to a local marketing agreement and a program service and time brokerage
agreement, respectively, and sell advertising in the United States for one
Canadian FM radio station. The following table shows the radio stations we will
own or operate assuming completion of the pending transactions described above.
We obtained all metropolitan statistical area rank information for all markets
from Investing in Radio 1999 Market Report (3rd ed.) published by BIA
Publications, Inc.
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Providence, RI.............................................. 33 4 2
Salt Lake City, UT(1)....................................... 35 4 3
Buffalo/Niagara Falls, NY(1)(2)............................. 43 3 2
Oklahoma City, OK........................................... 54 4 1
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, PA................................... 64 7 4
Grand Rapids, MI(1)......................................... 66 3 1
Allentown/Bethlehem, PA..................................... 67 2 --
Albuquerque, NM(1).......................................... 71 5 3
Syracuse, NY(1)............................................. 73 3 1
Harrisburg/Lebanon/Carlisle, PA(3).......................... 76 3 1
Baton Rouge, LA............................................. 82 4 2
Little Rock, AR(4).......................................... 83 8 3
Spokane, WA................................................. 88 4 3
Columbia, SC(1)............................................. 89 3 1
Colorado Springs, CO........................................ 94 3 2
Johnson City/Kingsport/Bristol, TN(1)....................... 95 2 3
Lafayette, LA(1)............................................ 98 5 3
Chattanooga, TN(1).......................................... 102 3 1
York, PA(3)................................................. 103 -- 1
Charleston, SC.............................................. 104 5 3
Worcester, MA(1)............................................ 112 4 1
Lansing/East Lansing, MI(1)................................. 114 4 2
Flint, MI(1)................................................ 116 1 --
Portsmouth/Dover/Rochester, NH.............................. 117 4 --
Modesto, CA................................................. 122 4 1
Saginaw/Bay City/Midland, MI(1)(5).......................... 124 7 1
Boise, ID................................................... 126 4 1
Reno, NV(6)................................................. 127 4 1
Atlantic City/Cape May, NJ(1)(7)............................ 136 3 1
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Tyler/Longview, TX(1)....................................... 140 1 4
Portland, ME................................................ 160 6 --
New London, CT(1)........................................... 164 2 1
New Bedford/Fall River, MA(1)............................... 165 1 1
Binghamton, NY(1)........................................... 166 3 2
Bloomington, IL(1).......................................... 230 2 1
Monroe, LA(1)............................................... 233 4 --
Augusta/Waterville, ME(1)................................... 249 2 2
Ithaca, NY(1)............................................... 258 1 1
Presque Isle, ME(1)......................................... NA 3 --
Dennysville/Calais, ME(1)................................... NA 1 --
Muncie, IN.................................................. NA 1 1
Kokomo, IN.................................................. NA 1 --
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(1) The completion of our pending transactions in these markets is subject to
various conditions. Although we believe these closing conditions are
generally customary for transactions of this type, there can be no assurance
that the conditions will be satisfied.
(2) The stations indicated do not include one FM radio station in Niagara Falls,
Ontario for which we expect to sell advertising in the United States under a
joint sales agreement.
(3) Harrisburg/Lebanon/Carlisle and York are adjacent markets with numerous
overlapping radio signals.
(4) Three of these stations primarily serve the surrounding communities outside
of Little Rock.
(5) We may agree to sell one or more of the indicated stations serving
Saginaw/Bay City/Midland in connection with our pending acquisition of
stations serving Saginaw/Bay City/Midland.
(6) We operate one of the listed FM radio stations in Reno under a local
marketing agreement. We do not own this station.
(7) We expect to operate one of the listed FM stations in Atlantic City/Cape May
under a program service and time brokerage agreement. We will not own this
station, but expect that we will have an option to purchase this station
beginning in 2001.
ADVERTISING SALES
Virtually all of our revenue is generated from the sale of local, regional
and national advertising for broadcast on our radio stations. In 1999,
approximately 81% of our net broadcasting revenue was generated from the sale of
local and regional advertising. Additional broadcasting revenue is generated
from the sale of national advertising, network compensation payments and other
miscellaneous transactions. See Item 7, Management's Discussion and Analysis of
Financial Condition and Results of Operations, under the heading "General." The
major categories of our advertisers include telephone companies, restaurants,
fast food, automotive and grocery. Each station's local sales staff solicits
advertising either directly from the local advertiser or indirectly through an
advertising agency. We pay a higher commission rate to the sales staff for
generating direct sales because we believe that through direct advertiser
relationships we can better understand the advertiser's business needs and more
effectively design an advertising campaign to help the advertiser sell its
product or service. We employ personnel in each of our markets to produce
commercials for the advertisers. National sales are made by a firm specializing
in radio advertising sales on the national level in exchange for a commission
from us that is based on our gross revenue from the advertising obtained.
Regional sales, which we define as sales in regions surrounding our markets to
companies that advertise in our markets, are generally made by our local sales
staff.
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Depending on the programming format of a particular station, we estimate
the optimum number of advertisements available for sale. The number of
advertisements that can be broadcast without jeopardizing listening levels, and
the resulting ratings, is limited in part by the format of a particular station.
Our stations strive to maximize revenue by managing their on-air inventory of
advertising time and adjusting prices based on local market conditions and on
our ability, through our marketing efforts, to provide advertisers with an
effective means of reaching a targeted demographic group. Each of our stations
has a general target level of on-air inventory that it makes available for
advertising. This target level of inventory for sale may be different at
different times of the day but tends to remain stable over time. Much of our
selling activity is based on demand for our radio stations' on-air inventory
and, in general, we respond to this demand by varying prices rather than by
varying our target inventory level for a particular station. Therefore, most
changes in revenue are explained by demand-driven pricing changes rather than by
changes in the available inventory.
We believe that radio is one of the most efficient and cost-effective means
for advertisers to reach specific demographic groups. Advertising rates charged
by radio stations are based primarily on:
- a station's share of audiences in the demographic groups targeted by
advertisers, as measured by ratings surveys estimating the number of
listeners tuned to the station at various times,
- the number of stations in the market competing for the same demographic
groups,
- the supply of, and demand for, radio advertising time, and
- certain qualitative factors.
Rates are generally highest during morning and afternoon commuting hours.
A station's listenership is reflected in ratings surveys that estimate the
number of listeners tuned to the station and the time they spend listening. Each
station's ratings are used by our advertisers and advertising representatives to
consider advertising with the station and are used by us to chart audience
growth, set advertising rates and adjust programming. The radio broadcast
industry's principal ratings service is The Arbitron Company, which publishes
periodic ratings surveys for significant domestic radio markets. These surveys
are our primary source of ratings data.
COMPETITION
The radio broadcasting industry is highly competitive. The success of each
of our stations depends largely upon its audience ratings and its share of the
overall advertising revenue within its market. Our audience ratings and
advertising revenue are subject to change, and any adverse change in a
particular market affecting advertising expenditures or an adverse change in the
relative market positions of the stations located in a particular market could
have a material adverse effect on the revenue of our radio stations located in
that market. There can be no assurance that any one of our radio stations will
be able to maintain or increase its current audience ratings or advertising
revenue market share.
Our stations compete for listeners and advertising revenue directly with
other radio stations within their respective markets. Radio stations compete for
listeners primarily on the basis of program content that appeals to a particular
demographic group. By building a strong listener base consisting of a specific
demographic group in each of our markets, we are able to attract advertisers
seeking to reach those listeners. Companies that operate radio stations must be
alert to the possibility of another station changing its format to compete
directly for listeners and advertisers. Another station's decision to convert to
a format similar to that of one of our radio stations in the same geographic
area may result in lower ratings and advertising revenue, increased promotion
and other expenses and, consequently, lower broadcast cash flow for us.
Factors that are material to a radio station's competitive position include
management experience, the station's local audience rank in its market,
transmitter power, assigned frequency, audience characteristics, local program
acceptance and the number and characteristics of other radio stations in the
market area. We attempt to improve our competitive position in each market by
extensively researching our stations' programming, by implementing advertising
campaigns aimed at the demographic groups for which our stations program and by
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managing our sales efforts to attract a larger share of advertising dollars.
However, we compete with some organizations that have greater financial
resources than we have.
FCC policies and rules permit ownership and operation of multiple local
radio stations. We believe that radio stations that elect to take advantage of
joint arrangements such as local marketing agreements or joint sales agreements
may in certain circumstances have lower operating costs and may be able to offer
advertisers more attractive rates and services. Although we currently operate
multiple stations in most of our markets and intend to pursue the creation of
additional multiple station groups, our competitors in certain markets include
operators of multiple stations or operators who already have entered into local
marketing agreements or joint sales agreements. We also compete with other radio
station groups to purchase additional stations. Some of these groups are owned
or operated by companies that have substantially greater financial and other
resources than we have.
Although the radio broadcasting industry is highly competitive, some
barriers to entry exist. The operation of a radio broadcast station requires a
license from the FCC, and the number of radio stations that can operate in a
given market is limited by the availability of FM and AM radio frequencies
allotted by the FCC to communities in that market, as well as by the FCC's
multiple ownership rules regulating the number of stations that may be owned and
controlled by a single entity. The FCC's multiple ownership rules have changed
significantly as a result of the Telecommunications Act. For more information
about FCC regulation and the provisions of the Telecommunications Act, see the
discussion below under the heading "Federal Regulation of Radio Broadcasting."
Our stations also compete for advertising revenue with other media, including
newspapers, broadcast television, cable television, magazines, direct mail,
coupons and outdoor advertising. In addition, the radio broadcasting industry is
subject to competition from new media technologies that are being developed or
introduced, such as the delivery of audio programming by cable television
systems, by satellite and by digital audio broadcasting. Digital audio
broadcasting may deliver by satellite to nationwide and regional audiences,
multi-channel, multi-format, digital radio services with sound quality
equivalent to compact discs. The delivery of information through the Internet
has also created a new form of competition. The radio broadcasting industry
historically has grown despite the introduction of new technologies for the
delivery of entertainment and information. A growing population and greater
availability of radios, particularly car and portable radios, have contributed
to this growth. There can be no assurance, however, that the development or
introduction in the future of any new media technology will not have an adverse
effect on the radio broadcasting industry.
The FCC has recently authorized spectrum for the use of a new technology,
satellite digital audio radio services, to deliver audio programming. Digital
audio radio services may provide a medium for the delivery by satellite or
terrestrial means of multiple new audio programming formats to local and
national audiences. It is not known at this time whether this digital technology
also may be used in the future by existing radio broadcast stations either on
existing or alternate broadcasting frequencies. The FCC has acted to create a
new low power radio service which could open up opportunities for low cost
neighborhood service on frequencies which would not interfere with existing
stations.
We cannot predict what other matters might be considered in the future by
the FCC, nor can we assess in advance what impact, if any, the implementation of
any of these proposals or changes might have on our business. See the discussion
below under the heading "Federal Regulation of Radio Broadcasting."
FEDERAL REGULATION OF RADIO BROADCASTING
INTRODUCTION. The ownership, operation and sale of broadcast stations,
including those licensed to us, are subject to the jurisdiction of the FCC. The
FCC acts under authority derived from the Communications Act of 1934, as
amended. The Communications Act was amended in 1996 by the Telecommunications
Act of 1996 to make changes in several broadcast laws. Among other things, the
FCC:
- assigns frequency bands for broadcasting,
- determines whether to approve changes in ownership or control of station
licenses,
- regulates equipment used by stations,
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- adopts and implements regulations and policies that directly or
indirectly affect the ownership, operation and employment practices of
stations, and
- has the power to impose penalties for violations of its rules under the
Communications Act.
The following is a brief summary of certain provisions of the
Communications Act and of specific FCC regulations and policies. Failure to
observe these or other rules and policies can result in the imposition of
various sanctions, including fines, the grant of short (less than the maximum)
license renewal terms or, for particularly egregious violations, the denial of a
license renewal application, the revocation of a license or the denial of FCC
consent to acquire additional broadcast properties. Reference should be made to
the Communications Act, FCC rules and the public notices and rulings of the FCC
for further information concerning the nature and extent of federal regulation
of broadcast stations.
LICENSE GRANT AND RENEWAL. Until recently, radio broadcast licenses were
granted for maximum terms of seven years, but acting under the authority of the
Telecommunications Act, the FCC recently revised its rules to extend the maximum
term for future renewals to eight years. Licenses may be renewed through an
application to the FCC. The Telecommunications Act prohibits the FCC from
considering any competing applications for the radio frequency if the FCC finds
that the licensee's station has served the public interest, convenience and
necessity, that there have been no serious violations by the licensee of the
Communications Act or the rules and regulations of the FCC, and that there have
been no other violations by the licensee of the Communications Act or the rules
and regulations of the FCC that, when taken together, would constitute a pattern
of abuse.
Petitions to deny license renewals can be filed by interested parties,
including members of the public. These petitions may raise various issues before
the FCC. The FCC is required to hold hearings on renewal applications if the FCC
is unable to determine that renewal of a license would serve the public
interest, convenience and necessity, or if a petition to deny raises a
substantial and material question of fact as to whether the grant of the renewal
application would be prima facie inconsistent with the public interest,
convenience and necessity. Also, during certain periods when a renewal
application is pending, the transferability of the applicant's license is
restricted.
We are not currently aware of any facts that would prevent the timely
renewal of our licenses to operate our radio stations, although there can be no
assurance that our licenses will be renewed.
The FCC classifies each AM and FM station. An AM station operates on either
a clear channel, regional channel or local channel. A clear channel is one on
which AM stations are assigned to serve wide areas. Clear channel AM stations
are classified as either: Class A stations, which operate on an unlimited time
basis and are designated to render primary and secondary service over an
extended area; Class B stations, which operate on an unlimited time basis and
are designed to render service only over a primary service area; or Class D
stations, which operate either during daytime hours only, during limited times
only or on an unlimited time basis with low nighttime power. A regional channel
is one on which Class B and Class D AM stations may operate and serve primarily
a principal center of population and the rural areas contiguous to it. A local
channel is one on which AM stations operate on an unlimited time basis and serve
primarily a community and the suburban and rural areas immediately contiguous
thereto. Class C AM stations operate on a local channel and are designed to
render service only over a primary service area that may be reduced as a
consequence of interference.
The minimum and maximum facilities requirements for an FM station are
determined by its class. FM class designations depend upon the geographic zone
in which the transmitter of the FM station is located. In general, commercial FM
stations are classified as follows, in order of increasing power and antenna
height: Class A, B1, C3, B, C2, C1 and C.
The following table sets forth the market, call letters, FCC license
classification, antenna height above average terrain (HAAT), power and frequency
of each of the stations we own or operate, assuming the completion
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of the pending transactions described above under the heading "Pending
Transactions," and the date on which each station's FCC license expires.
As you review the information in the following table, you should note the
following:
- The symbol "*" indicates a station which is the subject of one of our
pending transactions. The completion of each of the pending transactions
is subject to conditions. Although we believe these conditions are
generally customary for transactions of this type, there can be no
assurance that the conditions will be satisfied. See the discussion above
under the heading "Pending Transactions."
- A station's actual city of license may be different from the shown
metropolitan market served. In addition, three of the stations listed as
Little Rock stations primarily serve the surrounding communities outside
of Little Rock.
- Pursuant to FCC rules and regulations, many AM radio stations are
licensed to operate at a reduced power during nighttime broadcasting
hours, which results in reducing the radio station's coverage during
those hours of operation. Both power ratings are shown, where applicable.
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FCC IN POWER IN FCC
MARKET STATION CLASS METERS KILOWATTS FREQUENCY LICENSE
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<S> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C>
Providence, RI..................... WPRO-AM B NA 5.0 630 kHz 04-01-06
WPRO-FM B 168 39.0 92.3 MHz 04-01-06
WSKO-AM B NA 5.0 790 kHz 04-01-06
WWLI-FM B 152 50.0 105.1 MHz 04-01-06
WHCK-FM A 163 2.3 99.7 MHz 04-01-06
WHKK-FM A 90 4.2 100.3 MHz 04-01-06
Salt Lake City, UT................. KBEE-AM B NA 10.0/0.195 860 kHz 10-01-05
KUBL-FM C 1140 26.0 93.3 MHz 10-01-05
KENZ-FM C 869 45.0 107.5 MHz 10-01-05
KBER-FM C 1140 25.0 101.1 MHz 10-01-05
KFNZ-AM B NA 5.0 1320 kHz 10-01-05
KBEE-FM C 894 40.0 98.7 MHz 10-01-05
*KWUN-AM (1) C NA 1.0 1230 kHz 10-01-05
Buffalo/Niagara Falls, NY(2)....... *WGRF-FM B 217 24.0 96.9 MHz 06-01-06
*WEDG-FM B 106 49.0 103.3 MHz 06-01-06
*WHTT-FM B 118 50.0 104.1 MHz 06-01-06
*WMNY-AM D NA 1.0 1120 kHz 06-01-06
*WHLD-AM B NA 5.0/0.144 1270 kHz 06-01-06
Oklahoma City, OK.................. KATT-FM C 363 100.0 100.5 MHz 06-01-05
KYIS-FM C 335.5 100.0 98.9 MHz 06-01-05
KCYI-FM A 96 6.0 97.9 MHz 06-01-05
KNTL-FM A 100 6.0 104.9 MHz 06-01-05
WWLS-AM B NA 1.0 640 kHz 06-01-05
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FCC IN POWER IN FCC
MARKET STATION CLASS METERS KILOWATTS FREQUENCY LICENSE
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<S> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C>
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, PA.......... WAZL-AM C NA 1.0 1490 kHz 08-01-06
WXBE-FM B 222 19.5 97.9 MHz 08-01-06
WARM-AM B NA 5.0 590 kHz 08-01-06
WMGS-FM B 422 5.3 92.9 MHz 08-01-06
WBHT-FM A 336 0.50 97.1 MHz 08-01-06
WXAR-FM A 308 0.30 95.7 MHz 08-01-06
WCTP-FM A 235 0.52 94.3 MHz 08-01-06
WCTD-FM A 207 1.45 93.7 MHz 08-01-06
WKJN-AM B NA 5.0/.037 1440 kHz 08-01-06
WEMR-AM B NA 5.0/1.0 1460 kHz 08-01-06
WEMR-FM A 354 0.24 107.7 MHz 08-01-06
Grand Rapids, MI................... *WKLQ-FM B 152 50.0 94.5 MHz 10-01-04
*WBBL-AM C NA 1.0 1340 kHz 10-01-04
*WLAV-FM B 149 50.0 96.9 MHz 10-01-04
*WODJ-FM B 150 50.0 107.3 MHz 10-01-04
Allentown/Bethlehem, PA............ WCTO-FM B 152 50.0 96.1 MHz 08-01-06
WLEV-FM B 327 10.9 100.7 MHz 08-01-06
Albuquerque, NM.................... KKOB-AM B NA 50.0 770 kHz 10-01-05
KKOB-FM C 1265 20.2 93.3 MHz 10-01-05
KMGA-FM C 1259 22.5 99.5 MHz 10-01-05
KTBL-FM C 1276 20.4 103.3 MHz 10-01-05
KHFM-FM C 1260 20.0 96.3 MHz 10-01-05
KRST-FM C 1268 22.0 92.3 MHz 10-01-05
KNML-AM B NA 1.0/0.5 1050 kHz 10-01-05
*KSVA-AM B NA 5.0 610 kHz 10-01-05
Syracuse, NY....................... *WAQX-FM B1 91 25.0 95.7 MHz 06-01-06
*WLTI-FM A 61 4.0 105.9 MHz 06-01-06
*WNSS-AM B NA 5.0 1260 kHz 06-01-06
*WNTQ-FM B 201 97.0 93.1 MHz 06-01-06
Harrisburg/Lebanon/Carlisle
and York, PA..................... WRKZ-FM B 283 14.1 106.7 MHz 08-01-06
WHYL-FM A 100 H3.0/V2.75 102.3 MHz 08-01-06
WHYL-AM B NA 5.0 960 kHz 08-01-06
WQXA-AM B NA 1.0 1250 kHz 08-01-06
WQXA-FM B 215 25.1 105.7 MHz 08-01-06
Baton Rouge, LA.................... KQXL-FM C2 148 50.0 106.5 MHz 06-01-04
WXOK-AM B NA 5.0/1.0 1460 kHz 06-01-04
WEMX-FM C1 299 100.0 94.1 MHz 06-01-04
WCAC-FM C 306 100.0 103.3 MHz 06-01-04
WIBR-AM B NA 5.0/1.0 1300 kHz 06-01-04
KOOJ-FM C1 304 97.0 93.7 MHz 06-01-04
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HAAT DATE OF
FCC IN POWER IN FCC
MARKET STATION CLASS METERS KILOWATTS FREQUENCY LICENSE
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<S> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C>
Little Rock, AR.................... KARN-FM A 100 3.0 102.5 MHz 06-01-04
KARN-AM B NA 5.0 920 kHz 06-01-04
KKRN-FM A 100 6.0 101.7 MHz 06-01-04
KIPR-FM C1 286 100.0 92.3 MHz 06-01-04
KOKY-FM A 118 4.10 102.1 MHz 06-01-04
KLAL-FM C2 95 50.0 107.7 MHz 06-01-04
KAFN-FM A 100 6.0 102.5 MHz 06-01-04
KLIH-AM B NA 2.0/1.2 1250 kHz 06-01-04
KURB-FM C 392 100.0 98.5 MHz 06-01-04
KVLO-FM C2 150 50.0 102.9 MHz 06-01-04
KAAY-AM A NA 50.0 1090 kHz 06-01-04
Spokane, WA........................ KGA-AM A NA 50.0 1510 kHz 02-01-06
KDRK-FM C 725 56.0 93.7 MHz 02-01-06
KJRB-AM B NA 5.0 790 kHz 02-01-06
KAEP-FM C 582 100.0 105.7 MHz 02-01-06
KEYF-AM B NA 5.0 1050 kHz 02-01-06
KEYF-FM C 490 100.0 101.1 MHz 02-01-06
KWHK-FM C2 432 5.5 103.9 MHz 02-01-06
Columbia, SC....................... *WTCB-FM C1 240 100.0 106.7 MHz 12-01-03
*WOMG-FM A 94 6.0 103.1 MHz 12-01-03
*WLXC-FM A 100 6.0 98.5 MHz 12-01-03
*WISW-AM B NA 5.0/2.5 1320 kHz 12-01-03
Colorado Springs, CO............... KKFM-FM C 698 71.0 98.1 MHz 04-01-05
KKMG-FM C 695 57.0 98.9 MHz 04-01-05
KSPZ-FM C 649 72.0 92.9 MHz 04-01-05
KVOR-AM B NA 5.0/1.0 1300 kHz 04-01-05
KTWK-AM B NA 3.3/1.5 740 kHz 04-01-05
Johnson City/Kingsport/Bristol,
TN............................... *WQUT-FM C 457 99.0 101.5 MHz 08-01-04
*WKOS-FM A 150 2.75 104.9 MHz 08-01-04
*WJCW-AM B NA 5.0/1.0 910 kHz 08-01-04
*WKIN-AM B NA 5.0/0.50 1320 kHz 08-01-04
*WGOC-AM B NA 10.0/0.81 640 kHz 08-01-04
Lafayette, LA...................... KFXZ-FM A 151 2.6 106.3 MHz 06-01-04
KNEK-FM C3 100 25.0 104.7 MHz 06-01-04
KNEK-AM B NA 0.25 1190 kHz 06-01-04
KRRQ-FM C2 135 50.0 95.5 MHz 06-01-04
*KSMB-FM C 329 100.0 94.5 MHz 06-01-04
*KDYS-AM B NA 10.0/0.5 1520 kHz 06-01-04
*KVOL-FM A 132 3.4 105.9 MHz 06-01-04
*KVOL-AM B NA 5.0/1.0 1330 kHz 06-01-04
Chattanooga, TN.................... *WSKZ-FM C 329 100.0 106.5 MHz 08-01-04
*WOGT-FM C3 295 2.85 107.9 MHz 08-01-04
*WGOW-AM B NA 5.0/1.0 1150 kHz 08-01-04
*WGOW-FM A 87 6.0 102.3 MHz 08-01-04
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FCC IN POWER IN FCC
MARKET STATION CLASS METERS KILOWATTS FREQUENCY LICENSE
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Charleston, SC..................... WSSX-FM C 317 100.0 95.1 MHz 12-01-03
WWWZ-FM C2 150 50.0 93.3 MHz 12-01-03
WMGL-FM C3 128.9 6.5 101.7 MHz 12-01-03
WSUY-FM C 539.5 100.0 96.9 MHz 12-01-03
WNKT-FM C 299.9 100.0 107.5 MHz 12-01-03
WTMA-AM B NA 5.0/1.0 1250 kHz 12-01-03
WTMZ-AM B NA 0.50 910 kHz 12-01-03
WXTC-AM B NA 5.0 1390 kHz 12-01-03
Worcester, MA...................... WXLO-FM B 172 37.0 104.5 MHz 04-01-06
*WORC-FM (3) A 125 1.85 98.9 MHz 04-01-06
*WWFX-FM A 146 2.85 100.1 MHz 04-01-06
*WCAT-FM A 124 1.85 99.9 MHz 04-01-06
*WCAT-AM D NA 2.5 700 kHz 04-01-06
Lansing/East Lansing, MI........... *WMMQ-FM B 150 50.0 94.9 MHz 10-01-04
*WJIM-FM B 156 45.0 97.5 MHz 10-01-04
*WFMK-FM B 183 28.0 99.1 MHz 10-01-04
*WITL-FM B 196 26.5 100.7 MHz 10-01-04
*WVFN-AM D NA 0.50/0.05 730 kHz 10-01-04
*WJIM-AM C NA 0.89 1240 kHz 10-01-04
Flint, MI.......................... *WFBE-FM B 150 50.0 95.1 MHz 10-01-04
Portsmouth/Dover/Rochester, NH..... WOKQ-FM B 150 50.0 97.5 MHz 04-01-06
WXBB-FM A 113.1 2.2 105.3 MHz 04-01-06
WXBP-FM A 100 3.0 102.1 MHz 04-01-06
WPKQ-FM C 1181 H22.5/V17.5 103.7 MHz 04-01-06
Modesto, CA........................ KANM-AM B NA 1.0 970 kHz 12-01-05
KATM-FM B 152 50.0 103.3 MHz 12-01-05
KHKK-FM B 152 50.0 104.1 MHz 12-01-05
KDJK-FM A 624 0.071 103.9 MHz 12-01-05
KHOP-FM B 193 29.5 95.1 MHz 12-01-05
Saginaw/Bay City/Midland, MI(4).... WKQZ-FM C2 169 39.2 93.3 MHz 10-01-04
WYLZ-FM A 151 2.6 100.9 MHz 10-01-04
WIOG-FM B 244 86 102.5 MHz 10-01-04
WILZ-FM A 126 2.9 104.5 MHz 10-01-04
WGER-FM A 116 2.05 106.3 MHz 10-01-04
WSGW-AM B NA 5.0/1.0 790 kHz 10-01-04
*WHNN-FM C 311 100.0 96.1 MHz 10-01-04
*WTCF-FM A 100 3.0 100.5 MHz 10-01-04
Boise, ID.......................... KIZN-FM C 762 44.0 92.3 MHz 10-01-05
KZMG-FM C 802 50.0 93.1 MHz 10-01-05
KKGL-FM C 768 44.0 96.9 MHz 10-01-05
KQFC-FM C 762 47.0 97.9 MHz 10-01-05
KBOI-AM B NA 50.0 960 kHz 10-01-05
Reno, NV........................... KKOH-AM B NA 50.0 780 kHz 10-01-05
KNEV-FM C 695 60.0 95.5 MHz 10-01-05
KBUL-FM C 699 72.0 98.1 MHz 10-01-05
KNHK-FM C 809 44.7 92.9 MHz 10-01-05
KATG-FM (5) A 129 3.6 93.7 MHz 10-01-05
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EXPIRATION
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FCC IN POWER IN FCC
MARKET STATION CLASS METERS KILOWATTS FREQUENCY LICENSE
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<S> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C>
Atlantic City/Cape May, NJ......... *WFPG-AM C NA 1.0 1450 kHz 06-01-06
*WFPG-FM B 110 50.0 96.9 MHz 06-01-06
*WPUR-FM B1 137 13.5 107.3 MHz 06-01-06
*WKOE-FM (6) A 94 3.0 106.3 MHz 06-01-06
Tyler/Longview, TX................. *KDOK-FM C3 135 9.6 92.1 MHz 08-01-05
*KTBB-AM B NA 5.0/2.5 600 kHz 08-01-05
*KEES-AM B NA 5.0/1.0 1430 kHz 08-01-05
*KYZS-AM C NA 1.0 1490 kHz 08-01-05
*KGLD-AM D NA 1.0/0.077 1330 kHz 08-01-05
Portland, ME....................... WBLM-FM C 436 100.0 102.9 MHz 04-01-06
WCYI-FM B 195.1 27.5 93.9 MHz 04-01-06
WCYY-FM B1 147 11.5 94.3 MHz 04-01-06
WHOM-FM C 1140.9 50.0 94.9 MHz 04-01-06
WJBQ-FM B 271.3 16.0 97.9 MHz 04-01-06
WTPN-FM B 121.9 47.5 98.9 MHz 04-01-06
New London, CT..................... *WQGN-FM A 84 3.0 105.5 MHz 04-01-06
*WSUB-AM D NA 1.0/0.072 980 kHz 04-01-06
*WVVE-FM A 100 3.0 102.3 MHz 04-01-06
New Bedford/Fall River, MA......... *WFHN-FM A 106 2.4 107.1 MHz 04-01-06
*WBSM-AM B NA 5.0/1.0 1420 kHz 04-01-06
Binghamton, NY..................... WHWK-FM B 292.6 10.0 98.1 MHz 06-01-06
WYOS-FM (7) A 254 0.93 104.1 MHz 11-26-96
WAAL-FM B 332 7.1 99.1 MHz 06-01-06
WNBF-AM B NA 5.0 1290 kHz 06-01-06
*WINR-AM B NA 1.0/0.5 680 kHz 06-01-06
Bloomington, IL.................... *WJBC-AM C NA 1.0 1230 kHz 12-01-04
*WBNQ-FM B 142 50.0 101.5 MHz 12-01-04
*WBWN-FM B1 100 25.0 104.1 MHz 12-01-04
Monroe, LA......................... *KMYY-FM C 310 97.0 106.1 MHz 06-01-04
*KYEA-FM C3 106 22.0 103.1 MHz 06-01-04
*KZRZ-FM C2 150 50.0 98.3 MHz 06-01-04
*KTJC-FM C3 148 11.5 92.3 MHz 06-01-04
Augusta/Waterville, ME............. *WMME-FM B 152 50.0 92.3 MHz 04-01-06
*WEZW-AM C NA 1.0 1400 kHz 04-01-06
*WEBB-FM C1 93 61.0 98.5 MHz 04-01-06
*WTVL-AM C NA 1.0 1490 kHz 04-01-06
Ithaca, NY......................... *WIII-FM B 223 23.5 99.9 MHz 06-01-06
*WKRT-AM B NA 1.0/0.50 920 kHz 06-01-06
Presque Isle, ME................... *WBPW-FM C1 134 100.0 96.9 MHz 04-01-06
*WOZI-FM C2 368 7.9 101.9 MHz 04-01-06
*WQHR-FM C 390 95.0 96.1 MHz 04-01-06
Dennysville/Calais, ME............. *WCRQ-FM C1 139 100.0 102.9 MHz 04-01-06
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(1) Pending its acquisition, we currently operate KWUN-AM under a local
marketing agreement.
(2) The stations indicated do not include one FM radio station in Niagara Falls,
Ontario for which we expect to sell advertising in the United States under a
joint sales agreement.
(3) Pending its acquisition, we currently operate WORC-FM under a local
marketing agreement.
(4) We may agree to sell one or more of the indicated stations serving
Saginaw/Bay City/Midland in connection with our pending acquisition of
stations serving Saginaw/Bay City/Midland.
(5) We operate KATG-FM under a local marketing agreement.
(6) We expect to operate WKOE-FM under a program service and time brokerage
agreement.
(7) WYOS-FM in Binghamton operates pursuant to a construction permit. An
application for a license to cover the construction permit has been filed
with the FCC. Expiration of the construction permit is stayed during the
pendency of that application.
OWNERSHIP MATTERS. The Communications Act prohibits the assignment of a
broadcast license or the transfer of control of a broadcast license without the
prior approval of the FCC. In determining whether to assign, transfer, grant or
renew a broadcast license, the FCC considers a number of factors pertaining to
the licensee, including compliance with various rules limiting common ownership
of media properties, the character of the licensee and those persons holding
attributable interests therein, and compliance with the Communications Act's
limitation on alien ownership, as well as compliance with other FCC policies.
Once a station purchase agreement has been signed, an application for FCC
consent to assignment of license or transfer of control, depending upon whether
the underlying transaction is an asset purchase or stock acquisition, is filed
with the FCC. Approximately 10 to 15 days after this filing, the FCC normally
publishes a notice assigning a file number to the application and advising that
the application has been accepted for filing. The FCC has recently instituted an
informal policy of inviting public comment on any proposed radio transaction
that would result in one broadcaster controlling at least half of all radio
advertising revenue in a market, or two broadcasters controlling 70% or more of
market revenue. This policy has resulted in delays in the FCC's acceptance of
applications for filing, and in subsequent action on assignment and transfer
applications. Notice of acceptance of an application begins a 30-day statutory
waiting period, which provides the opportunity for third parties to file formal
petitions to deny the transaction. Informal objections may be filed any time
prior to grant of an application. The FCC staff will normally review the
application in this period and seek further information and amendments to the
application if it has questions.
Once the 30-day public notice period ends, the staff will complete its
processing, assuming that no petitions or informal objections were received and
that the application is otherwise consistent with FCC rules and policies. The
staff often grants the application by delegated authority approximately 10 to 20
days after the public notice period ends. At this point, the parties are legally
authorized to close the purchase, although the FCC action is not legally a final
order. If there is a backlog of applications, the processing period can extend
to 30 days or more.
Public notice of the FCC staff grant is usually issued about a week after
the grant is made, stating that the grant was effective when made by the staff.
On the date of this notice, another 30-day period begins, within which time
interested parties can file petitions seeking either staff reconsideration or
full FCC review of the staff action. During this time the grant can still be
modified, set aside or stayed, and is not a final order. In the absence of a
stay, however, the seller and buyer are not prevented from closing despite the
absence of a final order. Also, within 40 days after the public notice of the
grant, the full FCC can review and reconsider the staff's grant on its own
motion. Thus, during the additional 10 days beyond the 30-day period available
to third parties, the grant is
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still not final. In the event that review by the full FCC is requested and the
FCC subsequently affirms the staff's grant of the application, interested
parties may thereafter seek judicial review in the United States Court of
Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit within 30 days of public notice of
the full FCC's action. In the event the Court affirms the FCC's action, further
judicial review may be sought by seeking rehearing en banc from the Court of
Appeals or by certiorari from the United States Supreme Court.
In the absence of the submission of a timely request for reconsideration,
administrative review or judicial review, the FCC staff's grant of an
application becomes final by operation of law. Upon the occurrence of that
event, the FCC's grant is generally no longer subject to administrative or
judicial review, although such action can nevertheless be set aside in rare
circumstances, such as fraud on the agency by a party to the application.
The pendency of a license renewal application can alter the timetables
mentioned above because the FCC normally will not issue an unconditional
assignment grant if the station's license renewal is pending.
Under the Communications Act, a broadcast license may not be granted to or
held by a corporation that has more than one-fifth of its capital stock owned or
voted by aliens or their representatives, by foreign governments or their
representatives, or by non-U.S. corporations. Under the Communications Act, a
broadcast license also may not be granted to or held by any corporation that is
controlled, directly or indirectly, by any other corporation more than
one-fourth of whose capital stock is owned or voted by aliens or their
representatives, by foreign governments or their representatives, or by non-U.S.
corporations. These restrictions apply in modified form to other forms of
business organizations, including partnerships. Each of Citadel Communications
and Citadel Broadcasting therefore may be restricted from having more than
one-fourth of its stock owned or voted by aliens, foreign governments or
non-U.S. corporations. The Certificate of Incorporation of Citadel
Communications and the Certificate of Incorporation of Citadel Broadcasting
contain provisions which permit Citadel Communications and Citadel Broadcasting
to prohibit alien ownership and control consistent with the prohibitions
contained in the Communications Act.
The Communications Act and FCC rules also generally restrict the common
ownership, operation or control of radio broadcast stations serving the same
local market, and place numerical limits on common ownership of radio and
television broadcast stations serving the same local market, and of a radio
broadcast station and a daily newspaper serving the same local market. Under
these cross-ownership rules, neither Citadel Communications nor Citadel
Broadcasting would be permitted to acquire any daily newspaper where it then
owned any radio broadcast station. While common ownership of same market radio
and television stations was previously permissible only through waiver of the
FCC's rules, the FCC recently liberalized its radio/television cross ownership
rule to provide for common ownership, operation or control of one television and
up to seven same-market radio stations, or two television and up to six
same-market radio stations, if the market has at least twenty separately owned
broadcast, newspaper and cable "voices." Common ownership of two television and
four radio stations is permissible when ten voices remain, and of one television
and one radio station regardless of voice count.
In response to the Telecommunications Act, the FCC amended its multiple
ownership rules to eliminate the national limits on ownership of AM and FM
stations. The FCC's broadcast multiple ownership rules restrict the number of
radio stations one person or entity may own, operate or control on a local
level. These limits are:
- In a market with 45 or more commercial radio stations, an entity may own
up to eight commercial radio stations, not more than five of which are in
the same service (FM or AM),
- In a market with more than 29 but less than 45 commercial radio stations,
an entity may own up to seven commercial radio stations, not more than
four of which are in the same service,
- In a market with more than 14 but less than 30 commercial radio stations,
an entity may own up to six commercial radio stations, not more than four
of which are in the same service, and
- In a market with 14 or fewer commercial radio stations, an entity may own
up to five commercial radio stations, not more than three of which are in
the same service, except that an entity may not own more than 50% of the
stations in such market.
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None of these multiple ownership rules requires any change in our current
ownership of radio broadcast stations. However, these rules will limit the
number of additional stations which we may acquire in the future in certain of
our markets.
Because of these multiple and cross-ownership rules, a purchaser of voting
stock of either Citadel Communications or Citadel Broadcasting which acquires an
attributable interest in Citadel Communications or Citadel Broadcasting may
violate the FCC's rule if it also has an attributable interest in other
television or radio stations, or in daily newspapers, depending on the number
and location of those radio or television stations or daily newspapers. Such a
purchaser also may be restricted in the companies in which it may invest, to the
extent that these investments give rise to an attributable interest. If an
attributable shareholder of Citadel Communications or Citadel Broadcasting
violates any of these ownership rules, Citadel Communications or Citadel
Broadcasting may be unable to obtain from the FCC one or more authorizations
needed to conduct its radio station business and may be unable to obtain FCC
consents for particular future acquisitions.
The FCC generally applies its television/radio/newspaper cross-ownership
rules and its broadcast multiple ownership rules by considering the
attributable, or cognizable, interests held by a person or entity. A person or
entity can have an interest in a radio station, television station or daily
newspaper by being an officer, director, partner or shareholder of a company
that owns that station or newspaper. Whether that interest is cognizable under
the FCC's ownership rules is determined by the FCC's attribution rules. If an
interest is attributable, the FCC treats the person or entity who holds that
interest as the owner of the radio station, television station or daily
newspaper in question, and therefore subject to the FCC's ownership rules.
With respect to a corporation, officers and directors and persons or
entities that directly or indirectly can vote 5% or more of the corporation's
stock, or 20% or more of the corporation's stock in the case of insurance
companies, investment companies, bank trust departments and certain other
passive investors that hold the stock for investment purposes only, generally
are attributed with ownership of whatever radio stations, television stations
and daily newspapers the corporation owns.
With respect to a partnership, the interest of a general partner is
attributable, as is the interest of any limited partner who is materially
involved in the media-related activities of the partnership. Debt instruments,
nonvoting stock, options and warrants for voting stock that have not yet been
exercised, limited partnership interests where the limited partner is not
materially involved in the media-related activities of the partnership, and
minority (under 5%) voting stock, generally do not subject their holders to
attribution.
The FCC recently revised its attribution rules to eliminate its
cross-interest policy, which generally precluded a party with an attributable
interest in one media outlet from also holding certain significant but
nonattributable interests in another same-market media entity, such as a joint
venture or key employee relationship. In its place, the FCC has adopted a new
class of attributable interests under the "equity/debt plus" rule. Under this
standard, an interest in excess of 33% of a licensee's total asset value (equity
plus debt) will be attributable if the interest holder is either a major program
supplier (providing over 15% of a station's total weekly broadcast programming
hours) or a same-market media company (including broadcasters, cable operators
and newspapers).
The FCC has also been more aggressive in examining issues of market revenue
share concentration when considering radio station acquisitions. The FCC has
delayed its approval of several pending radio station purchases by various
parties because of market concentration concerns. Moreover, the FCC has recently
followed an informal policy of giving specific public notice of its intention to
conduct additional ownership concentration analyses and soliciting public
comment on the issue of concentration and its effect on competition and
diversity in connection with applications for consent to radio station
acquisitions, where the proposed transaction would result in one broadcaster
controlling at least half of all radio advertising revenue in a market, or two
broadcasters controlling 70% or more of market revenue. This policy has resulted
in significant delays in action on FCC assignment and transfer applications and
has the potential to result in an attempt by the FCC to set applications for
hearing, prevent completion of transactions or negotiate modifications to the
proposed terms. For a discussion of the effects of this policy on some of our
pending transactions, see the discussion above under the heading "Pending
Transactions."
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PROGRAMMING AND OPERATION. The Communications Act requires broadcasters to
serve the public interest. Licensees are required to present programming that is
responsive to community problems, needs and interests and to maintain records
demonstrating such responsiveness. Complaints from listeners concerning a
station's programming will be considered by the FCC when it evaluates the
licensee's renewal application, but such complaints may be filed and considered
at any time.
Stations also must pay regulatory and application fees and follow various
FCC rules that regulate, among other things, political advertising, the
broadcast of obscene or indecent programming, sponsorship identification and
technical operations, including limits on radio frequency radiation. In
addition, licensees must develop and implement programs designed to promote
equal employment opportunities and must submit reports to the FCC on these
matters annually and in connection with a renewal application. The broadcast of
contests and lotteries also is regulated by FCC rules.
Failure to observe these or other rules and policies can result in the
imposition of various sanctions, including monetary forfeitures, the grant of
short (less than the maximum) renewal terms or, for particularly egregious
violations, the denial of a license renewal application or the revocation of a
license.
In 1985, the FCC adopted rules regarding human exposures to levels of radio
frequency radiation. These rules require applicants for new broadcast stations,
renewals of broadcast licenses or modifications of existing licenses to inform
the FCC at the time of filing such applications whether a new or existing
broadcast facility would expose people to radio frequency radiation in excess of
FCC guidelines. In 1997, the FCC imposed more restrictive radiation limits. We
anticipate that such regulations will not have a material effect on our
business.
LOCAL MARKETING AGREEMENTS. Over the past several years, a number of radio
stations, including several of our stations, have entered into what commonly are
referred to as local marketing agreements or time brokerage agreements. These
agreements take various forms. Separately-owned and licensed stations may agree
to function cooperatively in terms of programming, advertising sales and other
matters, subject to compliance with the antitrust laws and the FCC's rules and
policies, including the requirement that the licensee of each station maintains
independent control over the programming and other operations of its own
station. The FCC has held that such agreements do not violate the Communications
Act as long as the licensee of the station that is being substantially
programmed by another entity maintains complete responsibility for, and control
over, operations of its broadcast stations and otherwise ensures compliance with
applicable FCC rules and policies. Presently, we operate only three stations
under local marketing agreements, and two are being so operated pending our
acquisition of the stations. We expect that we will begin operating one
additional station under a local marketing agreement if we complete a particular
pending acquisition.
A station that brokers substantial time on another station in its market or
engages in a local marketing agreement with a station in the same market will be
considered to have an attributable ownership interest in the brokered station
for purposes of the FCC's ownership rules discussed above under the heading
"Ownership Matters." As a result, a broadcast station may not enter into a local
marketing agreement that allows it to program more than 15% of the broadcast
time, on a weekly basis, of another local station that it could not own under
the FCC's local multiple ownership rules. FCC rules also prohibit the broadcast
licensee from simulcasting more than 25% of its programming on another station
in the same broadcast service (that is, AM-AM or FM-FM) where the two stations
serve substantially the same geographic area, whether the licensee owns the
stations or owns one and programs the other through a local marketing agreement
arrangement.
Another example of a cooperative agreement between separately owned radio
stations in the same market is a joint sales agreement, whereby one station
sells advertising time in combination, both on itself and on a station under
separate ownership. In the past, the FCC has determined that issues of joint
advertising sales should be left to antitrust enforcement. Currently, joint
sales agreements are not considered by the FCC to be attributable, but copies of
such agreements must be filed with the FCC.
PROPOSED CHANGES. Congress and the FCC from time to time have under
consideration, and may in the future consider and adopt, new laws, regulations
and policies regarding a wide variety of matters that could, directly or
indirectly, affect the operation, ownership and profitability of our radio
stations, result in the loss of
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audience share and advertising revenue for our radio stations, and affect our
ability to acquire additional radio stations or finance such acquisitions. Such
matters include:
- proposals to impose spectrum use or other fees on FCC licensees, the
FCC's equal employment opportunity rules and matters relating to
political broadcasting,
- technical and frequency allocation matters,
- proposals to restrict or prohibit the advertising of beer, wine and other
alcoholic beverages on radio,
- changes in the FCC's multiple ownership and cross-ownership policies,
- changes to broadcast technical requirements,
- proposals to allow telephone or cable television companies to deliver
audio and video programming to the home through existing phone or other
communication lines, and
- proposals to limit the tax deductibility of advertising expenses by
advertisers.
In January 1995, the FCC adopted rules to allocate spectrum for satellite
digital audio radio service. Satellite digital audio radio service systems
potentially could provide for regional or nationwide distribution of radio
programming with fidelity comparable to compact discs. The FCC has issued two
authorizations to launch and operate satellite digital audio radio service. The
FCC also has undertaken an inquiry into the terrestrial broadcast of digital
audio radio service signals, addressing, among other things, the need for
spectrum outside the existing FM band and the role of existing broadcasters.
The FCC has adopted rules to license new 100 watt and 10 watt low-power FM
radio stations. These stations would have a service radius of approximately one
to three miles. This licensing process commenced in March 2000. The FCC has
authorized an additional 100 kHz of bandwidth for the AM band and on March 17,
1997, adopted an allotment plan for the expanded band which identified the 88 AM
radio stations selected to move into the band. At the end of a five-year
transition period, those licensees will be required to return to the FCC either
the license for their existing AM band station or the license for the expanded
AM band station.
We cannot predict whether any proposed changes will be adopted or what
other matters might be considered in the future, nor can it judge in advance
what impact, if any, the implementation of any of these proposals or changes
might have on our business.
The foregoing is a brief summary of certain provisions of the
Communications Act and of specific FCC rules and policies. This description does
not purport to be comprehensive and reference should be made to the
Communications Act, the FCC's rules and the public notices and rulings of the
FCC for further information concerning the nature and extent of federal
regulation of radio broadcast stations.
FEDERAL ANTITRUST CONSIDERATIONS. The Federal Trade Commission and the
United States Department of Justice, which evaluate transactions to determine
whether those transactions should be challenged under the federal antitrust
laws, have been increasingly active recently in their review of radio station
acquisitions, particularly where an operator proposes to acquire additional
stations in its existing markets.
For an acquisition meeting certain size thresholds, the Hart-Scott-Rodino
Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976, as amended, and the rules promulgated
thereunder, require the parties to file Notification and Report Forms with the
Federal Trade Commission and the Department of Justice and to observe specified
waiting period requirements before consummating the acquisition. During the
initial 30-day period after the filing, the agencies decide which of them will
investigate the transaction. If the investigating agency determines that the
transaction does not raise significant antitrust issues, then it will either
terminate the waiting period or allow it to expire after the initial 30 days. On
the other hand, if the agency determines that the transaction requires a more
detailed investigation, then, at the conclusion of the initial 30-day period, it
will issue a formal request for additional information. The issuance of a formal
request extends the waiting period until the 20th calendar day after the date of
substantial compliance by all parties to the acquisition. Thereafter, such
waiting period may only be extended by court order or with the consent of the
parties. In practice, complying with a formal request can take a significant
amount of time. In addition, if the investigating agency raises substantive
issues in connection with a
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proposed transaction, then the parties frequently engage in lengthy discussions
or negotiations with the investigating agency concerning possible means of
addressing those issues, including but not limited to persuading the agency that
the proposed acquisition would not violate the antitrust laws, restructuring the
proposed acquisition, divestiture of other assets of one or more parties, or
abandonment of the transaction. Such discussions and negotiations can be time
consuming, and the parties may agree to delay completion of the acquisition
during their pendency.
At any time before or after the completion of a proposed acquisition, the
Federal Trade Commission or the Department of Justice could take such action
under the antitrust laws as it considers necessary or desirable in the public
interest, including seeking to enjoin the acquisition or seeking divestiture of
the business acquired or other assets we own. Acquisitions that are not required
to be reported under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act may be investigated by the
Federal Trade Commission or the Department of Justice under the antitrust laws
before or after completion. In addition, private parties may under certain
circumstances bring legal action to challenge an acquisition under the antitrust
laws.
We received early termination of the applicable waiting period under the
Hart-Scott-Rodino Act for the pending acquisition of Bloomington Broadcasting
Holdings, Inc. and the pending acquisition of radio stations from Broadcasting
Partners Holdings, L.P. We are awaiting termination of the applicable waiting
period for the pending acquisition of stations in Michigan from Liggett
Broadcast, Inc. and certain of its affiliates. In February 2000, we received a
request for additional information and documents from the Department of Justice
relating to stations in Saginaw/Bay City/Midland, Michigan. As discussed above,
this request extends the waiting period under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act for a
period of 20 days after receipt by the Department of Justice of the information
and documents requested from all parties from whom such information and
documents have been requested.
As part of its increased scrutiny of radio station acquisitions, the
Department of Justice has stated publicly that it believes that commencement of
operations under local marketing agreements, joint sales agreements and other
similar agreements customarily entered into in connection with radio station
transfers prior to the expiration of the waiting period under the
Hart-Scott-Rodino Act could violate the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act. In connection
with acquisitions subject to the waiting period under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act,
we will not commence operation of any affected station to be acquired under a
local marketing agreement or similar agreement until the waiting period has
expired or been terminated.
We received a civil investigative demand from the Antitrust Division of the
Department of Justice addressing our acquisition of KRST-FM in Albuquerque, New
Mexico. This matter remains open. See the discussion below under the heading
"Risk Factors" and in Item 3, Legal Proceedings.
TRADEMARKS
We own a number of trademarks and service marks, including the federally
registered marks Cat Country, Supertalk and the Cat Country logo. We also own a
number of marks registered in various states. We consider such trademarks and
service marks to be important to our business. See the discussion above under
the heading "Operating Strategy" and the subheading "Targeted Programming."
SEASONALITY
Our revenue varies throughout the year. As is typical in the radio
broadcasting industry, the first calendar quarter generally produces the lowest
revenue, and the fourth quarter generally produces the highest revenue.
ENVIRONMENTAL MATTERS
As the owner, lessee or operator of various real properties and facilities,
we are subject to various federal, state and local environmental laws and
regulations. Historically, compliance with these laws and regulations has not
had a material adverse effect on our business. There can be no assurance,
however, that compliance with existing or new environmental laws and regulations
will not require us to make significant expenditures of funds.
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EMPLOYEES
At March 1, 2000, we employed approximately 1,970 persons. None of these
employees are covered by collective bargaining agreements, and we consider our
relations with our employees to be good.
We employ several on-air personalities with large loyal audiences in their
respective markets. We generally enter into employment agreements with these
personalities to protect our interests in those relationships that we believe to
be valuable. The loss of one of these personalities could result in a short-term
loss of audience share, but we do not believe that any such loss would have a
material adverse effect on our financial condition or results of operations.
RISK FACTORS
Any of the following risks could have a material adverse effect on our
business, financial condition or results of operations. These risks and
uncertainties are not the only ones facing us or which may adversely affect our
business.
SUBSTANTIAL INDEBTEDNESS--OUR DEBT SERVICE CONSUMES A SUBSTANTIAL PORTION
OF THE CASH WE GENERATE AND REDUCES THE CASH AVAILABLE TO INVEST IN OUR
OPERATIONS.
We have a significant amount of indebtedness. Our large amount of debt
could significantly impact our business because, among other things, it:
- requires us to dedicate a substantial portion of our operating cash flow
to pay interest expense, which reduces funds available for operations,
future business opportunities and other purposes,
- limits our ability to obtain additional financing, if we need it, for
working capital, capital expenditures, acquisitions, debt service
requirements or other purposes,
- inhibits our ability to compete with competitors who are less leveraged
than we are, and
- restrains our ability to react to changing market conditions, changes in
our industry and economic downturns.
As of December 31, 1999, we had:
- outstanding total debt of approximately $356.9 million, excluding the
discount on our 10 1/4% Senior Subordinated Notes due 2007 and our 9 1/4%
Senior Subordinated Notes due 2008,
- 13 1/4% Exchangeable Preferred Stock with an aggregate liquidation
preference of approximately $85.4 million, and
- shareholders' equity of approximately $219.2 million.
For more information about our indebtedness, see Item 7, Management's
Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations, under
the heading "Liquidity and Capital Resources."
ABILITY TO SERVICE DEBT--IN ORDER TO SERVICE OUR DEBT, WE REQUIRE A
SIGNIFICANT AMOUNT OF CASH. HOWEVER, OUR ABILITY TO GENERATE CASH DEPENDS
ON MANY FACTORS WHICH ARE BEYOND OUR CONTROL.
Prevailing economic conditions and financial, business and other factors,
many of which are beyond our control, will affect our ability to satisfy our
debt obligations. If in the future we cannot generate sufficient cash flow from
operations to meet our obligations, we may need to refinance our debt, obtain
additional financing, delay planned acquisitions and capital expenditures or
sell assets. Any of these actions could adversely affect the value of our common
stock. We cannot assure you that we will generate sufficient cash flow or be
able to obtain sufficient funding to satisfy our debt service requirements.
RESTRICTIONS IMPOSED ON US BY OUR DEBT INSTRUMENTS--OUR EXISTING DEBT
INSTRUMENTS CONTAIN RESTRICTIONS AND LIMITATIONS WHICH COULD SIGNIFICANTLY
IMPACT OUR ABILITY TO OPERATE OUR BUSINESS.
The covenants in our credit facility and the agreements governing our other
outstanding debt and preferred stock restrict, among other things, our ability
to incur additional debt, make particular types of investments or
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other restricted payments, swap or sell assets or merge or consolidate. A breach
of any of the covenants contained in the credit facility could allow the lenders
to declare all amounts outstanding under the credit facility to be immediately
due and payable. In addition, the lenders under the credit facility could
proceed against the collateral granted to them to secure that indebtedness.
Citadel Communications has pledged the outstanding shares of our common stock
owned by it to secure its guarantee of the credit facility. If the amounts
outstanding under the credit facility are accelerated, we cannot assure you that
our assets will be sufficient to repay amounts due under the credit facility and
other outstanding debt obligations.
The credit facility requires us to obtain our banks' consent before making
capital expenditures that exceed the amount permitted by the credit facility and
before making acquisitions that do not meet applicable tests under the credit
facility. The credit facility also requires us to maintain specific financial
ratios and satisfy financial condition tests. Events beyond our control could
affect our ability to meet those financial ratios and condition tests, and we
cannot assure you that we will do so.
The indentures governing our 9 1/4% notes and 10 1/4% notes and our credit
facility restrict, with certain exceptions, our ability to pay dividends on or
to repurchase, redeem or otherwise acquire any shares of our capital stock. In
the event that, after July 1, 2002, cash dividends on our exchangeable preferred
stock are in arrears and unpaid for two or more semi-annual dividend periods,
whether or not consecutive, holders of the exchangeable preferred stock will be
entitled to elect two directors of Citadel Broadcasting.
For more information about our indebtedness, see Item 7, Management's
Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations, under
the heading "Liquidity and Capital Resources."
HISTORY OF NET LOSSES--WE HAVE A HISTORY OF NET LOSSES WHICH WE EXPECT TO
CONTINUE THROUGH AT LEAST 2000.
We had a net loss of $8.9 million and $3.9 million for the years ended
December 31, 1999 and 1998, respectively. The primary reasons for these losses
are significant charges for depreciation and amortization relating to the
acquisition of radio stations and interest charges on our outstanding debt. If
we acquire additional stations, these charges will probably increase. We expect
to continue to experience net losses through at least 2000.
LIMITATIONS ON ACQUISITION STRATEGY--OUR STRATEGY TO EXPAND OUR BUSINESS
AND INCREASE REVENUE THROUGH ACQUISITIONS MAY FAIL DUE TO A NUMBER OF RISKS
INVOLVED IN IMPLEMENTING THIS STRATEGY.
We intend to grow by acquiring radio stations in mid-sized markets.
However, our acquisition strategy may not increase our cash flow or yield other
anticipated benefits because this strategy is subject to a number of other
risks, including:
- failure or unanticipated delays in completing acquisitions due to
difficulties in obtaining regulatory approval,
- failure of certain of our acquisitions to prove profitable or for the
station or stations acquired to generate cash flow,
- difficulty in integrating the operations, systems and management of our
acquired stations,
- diversion of management's attention from other business concerns,
- loss of key employees of acquired stations,
- increases in prices for radio stations due to increased competition for
acquisition opportunities, and
- inability to obtain any required financing for acquisitions on terms
favorable to us or at all.
We compete and expect to continue to compete with other buyers for the
acquisition of radio stations. Some of those competitors have greater financial
and other resources than we do. We may also find fewer acceptable acquisition
opportunities in the future.
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In addition, our credit facility permits us to make acquisitions of radio
stations without the consent of our banks under the credit facility only if we
maintain the financial ratios and financial condition tests specified in the
credit facility. Consequently, we may experience difficulties in pursuing our
acquisition strategy.
POTENTIAL DIFFICULTIES IN COMPLETING PENDING AND FUTURE TRANSACTIONS DUE TO
GOVERNMENTAL REVIEW--ANTITRUST LAW AND OTHER REGULATORY CONSIDERATIONS
COULD PREVENT OR DELAY OUR STRATEGY TO EXPAND OUR BUSINESS AND INCREASE
REVENUE.
The completion of several of our pending transactions is, and future
transactions we may consider will likely be, subject to the notification filing
requirements, applicable waiting periods and possible review by the United
States Department of Justice or the Federal Trade Commission under the
Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976, as amended. All of our
pending and future radio station acquisitions and dispositions will be subject
to the license transfer approval process of the Federal Communications
Commission. Review by the Department of Justice or the Federal Trade Commission
may cause delays in completing transactions and, in some cases, result in
attempts by these agencies to prevent completion of transactions or negotiate
modifications to the proposed terms. Review by the FCC, particularly review of
concentration of market revenue share, may also cause delays in completing
transactions. Any delay, prohibition or modification could adversely affect the
terms of a proposed transaction or could require us to abandon an otherwise
attractive opportunity.
For a discussion of the delays we are experiencing in connection with some
of our pending acquisitions because of Department of Justice review and the
FCC's license transfer approval process, see "Pending Transactions" above.
IMPORTANCE OF CERTAIN MARKETS--A DOWNTURN IN ANY OF OUR KEY MARKETS COULD
ADVERSELY AFFECT OUR REVENUE AND CASH FLOW.
Our Albuquerque, Providence, Salt Lake City, Little Rock, Modesto and
Colorado Springs markets are particularly important for our financial
well-being. A significant decline in net broadcasting revenue from our stations
in these markets could have a material adverse effect on our operations and
financial condition. To illustrate, our radio stations in these markets
generated the following percentages of our total net broadcasting revenue and
broadcast cash flow in 1999:
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MARKET % OF NET BROADCASTING REVENUE % OF BROADCAST CASH FLOW
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<S> <C> <C>
Albuquerque................. 11.0% 11.8%
Providence.................. 9.9 9.2
Salt Lake City.............. 9.2 8.0
Little Rock................. 6.1 4.6
Modesto..................... 5.8 8.3
Colorado Springs............ 5.7 7.3
</TABLE>
In 1996, we received a civil investigative demand from the Department of
Justice concerning our acquisition of all of the assets of KRST-FM in
Albuquerque, New Mexico on October 9, 1996. The demand requested written answers
to interrogatories and the production of documents concerning the radio station
market in Albuquerque, in general, and the KRST acquisition, in particular, to
enable the Department of Justice to determine, among other things, whether the
KRST acquisition would result in excessive concentration in the market. We
responded to the demand. The Department of Justice requested supplemental
information in 1997, to which we also responded. This matter remains open. If
the Department of Justice were to proceed with and successfully challenge the
KRST acquisition, we may be required to divest one or more radio stations in
Albuquerque. See Item 3, Legal Proceedings.
SIGNIFICANT COMPETITION IN OUR INDUSTRY--BECAUSE THE RADIO BROADCASTING
INDUSTRY IS HIGHLY COMPETITIVE, WE MAY LOSE AUDIENCE SHARE AND ADVERTISING
REVENUE.
Our radio stations face heavy competition from other radio stations in each
market for audience share and advertising revenue. We also compete with other
media such as television, newspapers, direct mail and outdoor advertising for
advertising revenue. A decrease in either audience share or advertising revenue
could result in
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decreased cash flow, which could impair our ability to, among other things,
service our debt obligations. The radio broadcasting industry is also facing
competition from new media technologies that are being developed such as the
following:
- audio programming by cable television systems, direct broadcasting
satellite systems and other digital audio broadcasting formats,
- satellite-delivered digital audio radio service, which could result in
the introduction of several new satellite radio services with sound
quality equivalent to that of compact discs, and
- in-band-on-channel digital radio, which could provide digital radio
services in the same frequency range currently occupied by traditional AM
and FM radio services.
We cannot predict either the extent to which such competition will
materialize or, if such competition materializes, the extent of its effect on
our business. The Internet has also created a new form of competition.
EXTENSIVE REGULATION OF OUR INDUSTRY--THE FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS
COMMISSION'S EXTENSIVE REGULATION OF THE RADIO BROADCASTING INDUSTRY LIMITS
OUR ABILITY TO OWN AND OPERATE RADIO STATIONS AND OTHER MEDIA OUTLETS.
LICENSES. The radio broadcasting industry is subject to extensive
regulation by the FCC under the Communications Act of 1934, as amended.
Issuance, renewal or transfer of radio broadcast station operating licenses
requires FCC approval, and we cannot operate our radio stations without FCC
licenses. The failure to renew our licenses could prevent us from operating the
affected stations and generating revenue from them. If the FCC decides to
include conditions or qualifications in any of our licenses, we may be limited
in the manner in which we may operate the affected station.
For a discussion of radio licensing, see the discussion above in this Item
1 under the heading "Federal Regulation of Radio Broadcasting" and the
subheading "License Grant and Renewal."
OWNERSHIP. The Communications Act and FCC rules impose specific limits on
the number of stations and other media outlets an entity can own in a single
market. The FCC attributes interests held by, among others, an entity's
officers, directors and stockholders to that entity for purposes of applying
these ownership limitations. The existing ownership rules or proposed new rules
could affect our acquisition strategy because they may prevent us from acquiring
additional stations in a particular market. We may also be prevented from
engaging in a swap transaction if the swap would cause the other company to
violate these rules.
For a more detailed discussion of these ownership limitations and their
impact on our business, see the discussion above in this Item 1 under the
heading "Federal Regulation of Radio Broadcasting" and the subheading "Ownership
Matters."
ITEM 2. PROPERTIES
The types of properties required to support each of our radio stations
include offices, studios, transmitter sites and antenna sites. A station's
studios are generally housed with its offices in business districts. The
transmitter sites and antenna sites are generally located so as to provide
maximum market coverage.
We currently own studio facilities and transmitter and antenna sites in
various locations. We expect to acquire additional real estate in connection
with our pending acquisitions. We lease our remaining studio and office
facilities, including office space in Las Vegas, Nevada and Wexford,
Pennsylvania which is not related to the operations of a particular station, and
we lease our remaining transmitter and antenna sites. We do not anticipate any
difficulties in renewing any facility leases or in leasing alternative or
additional space, if required. We own substantially all of our other equipment,
consisting principally of transmitting antennae, transmitters, studio equipment
and general office equipment.
No one property is material to our operations. We believe that our
properties are generally in good condition and suitable for our operations.
Nonetheless, we continually look for opportunities to upgrade our properties and
intend to upgrade studios, office space and transmission facilities in several
markets.
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Substantially all of our properties and equipment serve as collateral for
our obligations under our credit facility. See Item 7, Management's Discussion
and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations, under the heading
"Liquidity and Capital Resources."
ITEM 3. LEGAL PROCEEDINGS
We currently and from time to time are involved in litigation incidental to
the conduct of our business, but we are not a party to any lawsuit or proceeding
which, in our opinion, is likely to have a material adverse effect on us.
We received civil investigative demands from the Department of Justice
pursuant to which the Department of Justice requested information from us to
determine whether we violated particular antitrust laws. One investigative
demand was issued on September 27, 1996 and concerns our acquisition of all of
the assets of KRST-FM in Albuquerque, New Mexico on October 9, 1996. The demand
requested written answers to interrogatories and the production of documents
concerning the radio station market in Albuquerque, in general, and the KRST
acquisition, in particular, to enable the Department of Justice to determine,
among other things, whether the KRST acquisition would result in excessive
concentration in the market. We responded to the demand. The Department of
Justice requested supplemental information on January 27, 1997, to which we also
responded. This matter remains open. If the Department of Justice were to
proceed with and successfully challenge the KRST acquisition, we may be required
to divest one or more radio stations in Albuquerque.
ITEM 4. SUBMISSION OF MATTERS TO VOTE OF SECURITY HOLDERS
No matter was submitted to a vote of security holders during the fourth
quarter of the fiscal year covered by this report.
PART II
ITEM 5. MARKET FOR REGISTRANT'S COMMON EQUITY AND RELATED STOCKHOLDER MATTERS.
The only outstanding common equity of Citadel Broadcasting is its common
stock, par value $.001 per share. There is no established trading market for our
common stock. All shares of our common stock which are currently issued and
outstanding are owned by our parent, Citadel Communications.
We have never declared or paid any cash dividends on our common stock. The
terms of the various documents governing our indebtedness and our exchangeable
preferred stock impose significant restrictions on the payment of dividends on
our common stock. See Item 7, Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial
Condition and Results of Operations.
ITEM 6. SELECTED FINANCIAL DATA.
The selected consolidated historical financial data presented below as of
and for each of the years ended December 31, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998 and 1999 are
derived from the consolidated financial statements of Citadel Broadcasting.
These consolidated financial statements have been audited by KPMG LLP,
independent certified public accountants. Our consolidated financial statements
as of December 31, 1998 and 1999 and for each of the years in the three-year
period ended December 31, 1999 and the independent auditors' report on those
consolidated financial statements, are included elsewhere in this report. Our
financial results are not comparable from year to year because of the
acquisition and disposition of various radio stations. As you review the
information contained in the following table, you should note the following:
-- Interest Expense. Interest expense includes debt issuance costs and
debt discount amortization of approximately $132,000, $163,000,
$441,000, $717,000 and $1,849,000 for the years ended December 31,
1995, 1996, 1997, 1998 and 1999, respectively.
-- Extraordinary Loss. On October 9, 1996, we repaid our long-term debt
of $31.3 million, payable to a financial institution, and a note
payable to a related party of $7.0 million. The early retirement of
the
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long-term debt resulted in a $1.8 million extraordinary loss due to
prepayment premiums and the write-off of debt issuance costs.
-- Cash Dividends. We have never declared cash dividends on our common
stock.
-- Income (Loss) From Discontinued Operations, Net of Tax. In December
1999, we decided to discontinue the operations of our internet service
provider. The discontinued operations, net of tax have been separately
identified for all years in which we operated the internet service
provider.
-- Net Loss Per Common Share. Basic and diluted net loss per common share
are the same for all periods presented due to our net losses.
-- Other Income, Net. Other income includes gain/(loss) on sales of radio
stations and property and equipment of approximately $707,000,
$(2,000), $0, $1,045,000 and $(1,208,000) for the years ended December
31, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998 and 1999, respectively.
The selected consolidated historical financial data below should be read in
conjunction with, and is qualified by reference to, Citadel Broadcasting's
Consolidated Financial Statements and Notes thereto and "Management's Discussion
and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" included
elsewhere in this report.
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31,
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1995 1996 1997 1998 1999
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(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS, EXCEPT PER SHARE AND SHARE AMOUNTS)
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C>
STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
DATA:
Net broadcasting revenue............. $ 34,112 $ 45,413 $ 89,249 $ 133,312 $ 178,495
Station operating expenses........... 26,832 33,232 64,764 91,845 115,312
Depreciation and amortization........ 4,891 5,158 14,460 25,970 35,749
Corporate general and
administrative..................... 2,274 3,248 3,530 4,295 7,010
Non-cash deferred compensation....... -- -- -- 74 1,727
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Operating income..................... 115 3,775 6,495 11,128 18,697
Interest expense..................... 5,242 6,155 12,304 18,126 25,385
Other income, net.................... 781 414 450 1,651 388
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Loss before income taxes,
extraordinary item and discontinued
operations......................... (4,346) (1,966) (5,359) (5,347) (6,300)
Income tax benefit................... -- -- (770) (1,395) (1,647)
--------- --------- --------- ---------- ----------
Loss before extraordinary item and
discontinued operations............ (4,346) (1,966) (4,589) (3,952) (4,653)
Extraordinary loss................... -- (1,769) -- -- --
Income (loss) from discontinued
operations, net of tax............. -- -- (102) 21 (4,275)
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Net loss............................. $ (4,346) $ (3,735) $ (4,691) $ (3,931) $ (8,928)
Dividend requirement for exchangeable
preferred stock.................... -- -- 6,633 14,586 14,103
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Net loss applicable to common
shares............................. $ (4,346) $ (3,735) $ (11,324) $ (18,517) $ (23,031)
========= ========= ========= ========== ==========
Basic and diluted net loss per common
share.............................. $ (109) $ (93) $ (283) $ (463) $ (541)
Weighted average common shares
outstanding........................ 40,000 40,000 40,000 40,000 42,589
</TABLE>
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<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31,
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1995 1996 1997 1998 1999
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(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C>
BALANCE SHEET DATA:
Cash and cash equivalents................ $ 1,005 $ 1,588 $ 7,685 $102,655 $ 17,981
Working capital (deficiency)............. 2,928 (4,195) 22,593 153,000 54,777
Intangible assets, net................... 15,093 51,802 268,690 266,446 538,664
Total assets............................. 37,372 102,244 344,172 471,768 716,613
Long-term debt (including current
portion)............................... 43,046 91,072 189,699 211,299 345,867
Exchangeable preferred stock............. -- -- 102,010 116,775 85,362
Shareholders' equity (deficit)........... (9,249) 5,999 16,132 103,963 219,209
</TABLE>
ITEM 7. MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS
OF OPERATIONS
GENERAL
Citadel Broadcasting Company was formed August 21, 1991 as a Nevada
corporation. Citadel License, Inc. was a wholly owned subsidiary of Citadel
Broadcasting Company. On December 28, 1999, Citadel License was merged into
Citadel Broadcasting. Citadel Broadcasting owns and operates radio stations and
holds FCC licenses in Arkansas, California, Colorado, Idaho, Indiana, Louisiana,
Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, New York,
Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Utah and Washington.
In addition, Citadel Broadcasting owns and operates an internet service
provider, offering its subscribers a variety of services, including electronic
mail and access to the internet. In December 1999, Citadel Broadcasting decided
to discontinue its internet service operations.
General economic conditions have an impact on our business and financial
results. From time to time the markets in which we operate experience weak
economic conditions that may negatively affect our revenue. However, we believe
that this impact is somewhat mitigated by our diverse geographical presence. In
addition, our financial results are also dependent on a number of factors,
including the general strength of the local and national economies, population
growth, the ability to provide popular programming, local market and regional
competition, relative efficiency of radio broadcasting compared to other
advertising media, signal strength and government regulation and policies.
In the following analysis, we discuss our broadcast cash flow. The
performance of a radio station group is customarily measured by its ability to
generate broadcast cash flow. The two components of broadcast cash flow are
gross revenue, net of agency commissions, and operating expenses, excluding
depreciation and amortization, corporate general and administrative expenses and
non-cash and non-recurring charges. Broadcast cash flow assists in comparing
performance on a consistent basis across companies without regard to
depreciation and amortization, which can vary significantly depending on
accounting methods, particularly when acquisitions are involved. Earnings before
interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization, or EBITDA, consist of operating
income (loss) before depreciation and amortization. Although broadcast cash flow
and EBITDA are not measures of performance calculated in accordance with
generally accepted accounting principles, we believe that they are useful to an
investor in evaluating our company because they are measures widely used in the
broadcasting industry to evaluate a radio company's operating performance.
However, broadcast cash flow and EBITDA should not be considered in isolation or
as substitutes for net income, cash flows from operating activities and other
income or cash flow statement data prepared in accordance with generally
accepted accounting principles as a measure of liquidity or profitability.
The principal source of our revenue is the sale of broadcasting time on our
radio stations for advertising. As a result, our revenue is affected primarily
by the advertising rates our radio stations charge. Correspondingly, the rates
are based upon a station's ability to attract audiences in the demographic
groups targeted by its advertisers, as measured principally by periodic Arbitron
Radio Market Reports. The number of advertisements that can be broadcast without
jeopardizing listening levels, and the resulting ratings, is limited in part by
the format of a particular station. Each of our stations has a general
pre-determined level of on-air inventory that it makes available for
advertising, which may be different at different times of the day and tends to
remain stable over
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time. Much of our selling activity is based on demand for our radio stations'
on-air inventory and, in general, we respond to this demand by varying prices
rather than by changing the available inventory.
In the broadcasting industry, radio stations often utilize trade or barter
agreements to exchange advertising time for goods or services, such as other
media advertising, travel or lodging, in lieu of cash. In order to preserve most
of our on-air inventory for cash advertising, we generally enter into trade
agreements only if the goods or services bartered to us will be used in our
business. We have generally sold over 90% of our advertising time for cash,
although this percentage may fluctuate by quarter. In addition, it is our
general policy not to preempt advertising announcements paid for in cash with
advertising announcements paid for in trade. We include trade or barter amounts
in our net broadcasting revenue.
Our revenue varies throughout the year. As is typical in the radio
broadcasting industry, the first calendar quarter generally produces the lowest
revenue, and the fourth quarter generally produces the highest revenue.
The primary operating expenses incurred in the ownership and operation of
radio stations include employee salaries and commissions, programming expenses
and advertising and promotional expenses. We strive to control these expenses by
working closely with local station management. We also incur, and will continue
to incur, significant depreciation, amortization and interest expense as a
result of completed and anticipated future acquisitions of stations, and
existing and future borrowings.
In December 1999, we decided to discontinue the operations of our internet
service provider. As a result of this decision, we have adopted a plan for the
disposition by sale of the internet service provider. This plan includes the
sale of subscribers and all related internet equipment. We are currently in
negotiations with other internet service providers and anticipate finalizing the
sale by the end of the second quarter of 2000. However, there can be no
assurance that the sale will be completed as anticipated.
Our internet service provider recorded gross revenue and net income (loss)
of $4.5 million and $(4.3) million, respectively, for the year ended December
31, 1999 and $2.1 million and $0.02 million, respectively, for the year ended
December 31, 1998. The operations of the internet service provider have been
segregated and presented as discontinued operations, net of tax, in the
consolidated financial statements. The net loss for 1999 from discontinued
operations includes an estimate of operational losses for 2000 of approximately
$0.6 million.
In 1999, our radio stations derived approximately 81% of their net
broadcasting revenue from local and regional advertising in the markets in which
they operate, and the remainder resulted principally from the sale of national
advertising. Local and regional advertising is sold primarily by each station's
sales staff. To generate national advertising sales, we engage a national
advertising representative firm. We believe that the volume of national
advertising revenue tends to adjust to shifts in a station's audience share
position more rapidly than does the volume of local and regional advertising
revenue. Therefore, we focus on sales of local and regional advertising. During
the year ended December 31, 1999 and 1998, no single advertiser accounted for
more than 10% of our net broadcasting revenue.
Our advertising revenue is typically collected within 120 days of the date
on which the related advertisement is aired. Most accrued expenses, however, are
paid within 45 to 60 days. As a result of this time lag, working capital
requirements have increased as we have grown and will likely increase in the
future.
Historically, we have generated net losses primarily as a result of
significant charges for depreciation and amortization relating to the
acquisition of radio stations and interest charges on outstanding debt. We
amortize FCC licenses and goodwill attributable to the acquisition of radio
stations over a 15-year period. Based upon the large number of acquisitions that
were consummated within the last two years, we anticipate that depreciation and
amortization charges will continue to be significant for several years. To the
extent that we complete additional acquisitions, our depreciation and
amortization charges are likely to increase. We expect that we will continue to
incur net losses through at least 2000.
We consolidate the operations of stations operated under local marketing
agreements. The Emerging Issues Task Force is reviewing the accounting method
for contractual management arrangements and may determine that consolidation is
appropriate only if certain requirements for controlling financial interest are
met. Because the provisions of our existing local marketing agreement do not
meet the proposed control requirements, if the
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Emerging Issues Task Force proposal is approved as drafted, consolidation of the
station operated under the local marketing agreement may no longer be
appropriate.
RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
Our consolidated financial statements tend not to be directly comparable
from period to period due to acquisition activity. Our acquisitions during the
year ended December 31, 1999 and 1998, all of which have been accounted for
using the purchase method of accounting, and the results of operations of which
have been included since the date of acquisition, were as follows:
1998 Acquisitions and Dispositions. WEMR-AM and WEMR-FM in
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, Pennsylvania were acquired on January 2, 1998. KQFC-FM,
KKGL-FM and KBOI-AM in Boise, Idaho were acquired on February 12, 1998. WCTP-FM,
WCTD-FM and WKJN-AM in Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, Pennsylvania were acquired on
March 26, 1998. KIZN-FM and KZMG-FM in Boise, Idaho were acquired on April 21,
1998. On July 7, 1998, we sold WEST-AM in Allentown, Pennsylvania, in connection
with a prior acquisition. We also sold all of our stations in the Quincy,
Illinois market on October 7, 1998. KAAY-AM in Little Rock, Arkansas was
acquired on November 17, 1998. In conjunction with this acquisition, we sold
KRNN-AM in Little Rock, Arkansas. Digital Planet, L.C., Internet Technology
Systems, Inc., In Quo, The Johnson Connection, LLC and the Friendly Net, LLC,
all in Salt Lake City, Utah, were acquired on September 18, 1998, September 29,
1998, October 15, 1998, October 26, 1998 and December 8, 1998, respectively.
1999 Acquisitions and Dispositions. WBHT-FM in Wilkes-Barre/Scranton,
Pennsylvania was acquired on January 4, 1999. Prior to the acquisition, we had
operated WBHT-FM under a local marketing agreement since July 3, 1997. On
February 9, 1999 we acquired the assets of 62nd Street Broadcasting of Saginaw,
LLC. The acquisition of these assets included five FM radio stations and one AM
radio station in Saginaw/Bay City, Michigan. WHYL-AM/FM in Carlisle,
Pennsylvania were acquired on February 17, 1999. On March 17, 1999, we acquired
all of the outstanding shares of capital stock of Citywide Communications, Inc.
and all of the outstanding warrants to acquire shares of capital stock of
Citywide. In connection with the acquisition, we acquired six FM and three AM
radio stations in the Baton Rouge and Lafayette, Louisiana markets. On April 30,
1999, we purchased KVOR-AM and KTWK-AM in Colorado Springs, Colorado and
KEYF-AM/FM in Spokane, Washington. In addition, we exchanged KKLI-FM for KSPZ-FM
in Colorado Springs. On May 3, 1999, we acquired WKQV-FM in
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, Pennsylvania and KWHK-FM in Spokane. On June 30, 1999, we
acquired substantially all of the assets of Wicks Broadcast Group Limited
Partnership and related entities. The acquisition of these assets included ten
FM and six AM radio stations serving the Charleston, South Carolina; Binghamton,
New York; Muncie, Indiana and Kokomo, Indiana markets. On August 31, 1999, we
acquired all of the outstanding shares of capital stock of Fuller-Jeffrey
Broadcasting Companies, Inc. In connection with the acquisition, we acquired ten
FM radio stations in Portsmouth, New Hampshire and Portland, Maine. On November
1, 1999 we acquired KOOJ-FM in Baton Rouge, Louisiana and on November 9, 1999,
we sold substantially all of the assets of our 18 FM and seven AM radio stations
in Eugene and Medford, Oregon; Tri-Cities, Washington; Billings, Montana; and
Johnstown and State College, Pennsylvania. On December 23, 1999, we acquired
four FM radio stations and one AM radio station in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
Brainiac Services, Inc., an internet service provider in Riverside, Rhode
Island, was acquired on March 1, 1999.
YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1999 COMPARED TO YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1998
Net Broadcasting Revenue. Net broadcasting revenue increased $45.2 million
or 33.9% to $178.5 million for the year ended December 31, 1999 from $133.3
million for the year ended December 31, 1998, primarily due to the inclusion of
revenue from the acquisition of radio stations acquired in 1999. Barter revenue,
which is included in net broadcasting revenue, increased $7.3 million to $18.3
million for the year ended December 31, 1999 from $11.0 million for the year
ended December 31, 1998. For stations owned and operated over the comparable
period in 1999 and 1998, net broadcasting revenue improved $18.0 million or
15.9% to $131.1 million in 1999 from $113.1 million in 1998, primarily due to
increased ratings and improved selling efforts.
Station Operating Expenses. Station operating expenses increased $23.5
million or 25.6% to $115.3 million for the year ended December 31, 1999 from
$91.8 million for the year ended December 31, 1998. Barter
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expenses, which are included in station operating expenses, increased $2.2
million to $11.7 million for the year ended December 31, 1999 from $9.5 million
for the year ended December 31, 1998. The increase in station operating expenses
was primarily attributable to the inclusion of station operating expenses of the
radio station acquisitions completed in 1999.
Broadcast Cash Flow. As a result of the factors described above, broadcast
cash flow increased $21.7 million or 52.3% to $63.2 million for the year ended
December 31, 1999 from $41.5 million for the year ended December 31, 1998. For
stations owned and operated over the comparable periods in 1999 and 1998,
broadcast cash flow increased $9.8 million or 25.9% to $47.6 million in 1999
from $37.8 million in 1998. As a percentage of net broadcasting revenue,
broadcast cash flow improved to 35.4% for the year ended December 31, 1999
compared to 31.1% for the year ended December 31, 1998.
Corporate General and Administrative Expenses (Includes Non-Cash Deferred
Compensation). Corporate general and administrative expenses increased $4.3
million or 97.7% to $8.7 million for the year ended December 31, 1999 from $4.4
million for the year ended December 31, 1998. The increase was due primarily to
a $1.7 million increase in non-cash deferred compensation related to stock
options as well as an increase in staffing levels and associated costs needed to
support our growth, increased professional fees and expenses due to public
company reporting requirements and costs incurred in unsuccessful acquisitions.
EBITDA. As a result of the factors described above, EBITDA increased $17.3
million or 46.6% to $54.4 million for the year ended December 31, 1999 from
$37.1 million for the year ended December 31, 1998.
Depreciation and Amortization. Depreciation and amortization expense
increased $9.8 million or 37.7% to $35.8 million for the year ended December 31,
1999 from $26.0 million for the year ended December 31, 1998, primarily due to
radio station acquisitions completed during 1999.
Interest Expense. Interest expense increased approximately $7.3 million or
40.3% to $25.4 million for the year ended December 31, 1999 from $18.1 million
for the year ended December 31, 1998, primarily due to interest expense
associated with our 9 1/4% Senior Subordinated Notes issued on November 19,
1998.
Loss (Gain) on Sale of Assets. The loss on sale of assets in 1999 of $1.2
million resulted primarily from the loss on the sale of 25 radio stations in six
markets in November 1999 and the loss on the sale of certain real estate of
approximately $.9 million and $.3 million, respectively. The gain on sale of
assets in 1998 resulted primarily from the gain on the sale of four radio
stations in Quincy, Illinois aggregating approximately $1.3 million, offset by
certain other dispositions of assets resulting in losses.
Income Tax Benefit. The income tax benefit in 1999 and 1998 represents the
reversal of deferred tax liabilities established at the date of acquisition due
to differences in the tax bases and the financial statement carrying amounts of
intangibles and fixed assets acquired in stock-based acquisitions, offset by
federal alternative minimum tax and state tax expense. The increase in the net
tax benefit of $.3 million when comparing the year ended December 31, 1999 to
1998 is due to the stock acquisitions completed in 1999 offset by increased
federal alternative minimum tax and state tax expense.
Income (Loss) From Discontinued Operations, Net of Tax. The increase in
losses from discontinued operations of $4.3 million when comparing the year
ended December 31, 1999 to 1998 is primarily due to increased local and long
distance telephone charges, losses from customer accounts, sales and technical
outsourcing costs and estimated operating losses of approximately $.6 million to
be incurred in the year 2000 until the subscribers and equipment are sold and
the operations are discontinued.
Net Loss. Net loss increased $5.0 million or 128.2% to $8.9 million for the
year ended December 31, 1999 from $3.9 million for the year ended December 31,
1998. This increase in loss is primarily due to the increase in loss from
discontinued operations of $4.3 million.
YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1998 COMPARED TO YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1997
Net Broadcasting Revenue. Net broadcasting revenue increased $44.1 million
or 49.4% to $133.3 million for the year ended December 31, 1998 from $89.2
million for the year ended December 31, 1997. The inclusion of revenue from the
acquisitions of radio stations and revenue generated from local marketing
agreements entered
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into during 1998 provided $6.3 million of the increase. Barter revenue, which is
included in net broadcasting revenue, increased $3.6 million to $11.0 million
for the year ended December 31, 1998 from $7.4 million for the year ended
December 31, 1997. For stations owned and operated over the comparable periods
in 1998 and 1997, net broadcasting revenue improved $39.3 million or 64.3% to
$100.4 million in 1998 from $61.1 million in 1997, primarily due to increased
ratings and improved selling efforts.
Station Operating Expenses. Station operating expenses increased $27.0
million or 41.7% to $91.8 million for the year ended December 31, 1998 from
$64.8 million for the year ended December 31, 1997. Barter expenses, which are
included in station operating expenses, increased $2.4 million to $9.5 million
for the year ended December 31, 1998 from $7.1 million for the year ended
December 31, 1997. The increase in station operating expenses was primarily
attributable to the inclusion of station operating expenses of the radio station
acquisitions and the local marketing agreements entered into during 1998.
Broadcast Cash Flow. As a result of the factors described above, broadcast
cash flow increased $17.0 million or 69.4% to $41.5 million for the year ended
December 31, 1998 from $24.5 million for the year ended December 31, 1997. As a
percentage of net broadcasting revenue, broadcast cash flow improved to 31.1%
for the year ended December 31, 1998 compared to 27.5% for the year ended
December 31, 1997.
Corporate General and Administrative Expenses (Includes Non-cash Deferred
Compensation). Corporate general and administrative expenses increased $0.9
million or 25.7% to $4.4 million for the year ended December 31, 1998 from $3.5
million for the year ended December 31, 1997. The increase was due primarily to
an increase in staffing levels needed to support our growth.
EBITDA. As a result of the factors described above, EBITDA increased $16.1
million or 76.7% to $37.1 million for the year ended December 31, 1998 from
$21.0 million for the year ended December 31, 1997.
Depreciation and Amortization. Depreciation and amortization expense
increased $11.5 million or 79.3% to $26.0 million for the year ended December
31, 1998 from $14.5 million for the year ended December 31, 1997, primarily due
to radio station acquisitions completed during 1998 and late 1997.
Interest Expense. Interest expense increased approximately $5.8 million or
47.2% to $18.1 million for the year ended December 31, 1998 from $12.3 million
for the year ended December 31, 1997, primarily due to interest expense
associated with additional borrowings completed in 1998 and 1997, offset by a
repayment of the borrowings in the third quarter of 1998 from the net proceeds
of Citadel Communications' initial public offering of its common stock in July
1998.
Loss (Gain) on Sale of Assets. The gain on sale of assets in 1998 resulted
primarily from the gain on the sale of four radio stations in Quincy, Illinois
aggregating approximately $1.3 million, offset by certain other dispositions of
assets resulting in losses.
Income Tax Benefit. The income tax benefit in 1998 and 1997 represents the
reversal of deferred tax liabilities established at the date of acquisition due
to differences in the tax bases and the financial statement carrying amounts of
intangibles and fixed assets acquired in stock-based acquisitions, offset by
federal alternative minimum tax and state tax expense in 1998. For the year
ended December 31, 1997, we generated a net loss for both financial reporting
and income tax purposes; therefore, no current tax provision was recorded.
Net Loss. As a result of the factors described above, net loss decreased
$1.4 million or 26.4% to $3.9 million for the year ended December 31, 1998 from
$5.3 million for the year ended December 31, 1997.
LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES
Overview. Recent liquidity needs have been driven by our acquisition
strategy. Our principal liquidity requirements are for acquisition financing,
debt service, working capital and general and corporate purposes, including
capital expenditures. Our acquisition strategy has required, and is expected to
continue in the foreseeable future to require, a significant portion of our
capital resources. We expect that our debt service within the next twelve
months, without regard to future acquisitions, will be approximately $30.8
million, including approximately $21.0 million for interest on our 10 1/4%
Senior Subordinated Notes due 2007 and 9 1/4% Senior Subordinated Notes due 2008
and approximately $9.8 million for interest on our credit facility. Our 13 1/4%
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Exchangeable Preferred Stock does not require cash dividends through July 1,
2002. We redeemed approximately 35% of the exchangeable preferred stock in
August of 1999.
Citadel Broadcasting and Citadel Communications have financed our past
acquisitions through bank borrowings, sales of equity and debt securities,
internally generated funds and proceeds from asset sales. We expect that
financing for future acquisitions will be provided from the same sources.
An important factor in management financing decisions is the maintenance of
leverage ratios consistent with our long-term growth strategy. We recognize that
we may require additional resources or may need to consider modifications to our
expansion plans. To the extent we are unable to obtain additional funding, as
needed, we have contingency plans, which include curtailing capital expenditure
activities, and reducing infrastructure costs associated with expansion and
development plans. No assurance can be given that we will be successful in
raising additional capital, as needed, achieving profitable results or entering
into new markets.
At December 31, 1999, we held approximately $17.9 million in cash and cash
equivalents and had approximately $247.6 million in unborrowed availability
under our credit facility. This unborrowed availability has been reduced for
outstanding letters of credit of approximately $20.4 million at December 31,
1999.
Net Cash Provided by Operating Activities. For the twelve months ended
December 31, 1999, net cash provided by operating activities increased $1.4
million to $15.4 million from $14.0 million in 1998. This increase is primarily
due to the operating activities of the stations acquired in 1999, offset by the
operating activities of the discontinued operations.
Net Cash Used in Investing Activities. For the twelve months ended December
31, 1999, net cash used in investing activities, primarily for station
acquisitions, increased $272.0 million to $318.4 million from $46.4 million in
1998. The increase is primarily due to the acquisition of 57 radio stations in
1999, whereas 11 radio stations were acquired in 1998.
Net Cash Provided by Financing Activities. For the twelve months ended
December 31, 1999, net cash provided by financing activities increased $91.0
million to $218.4 million compared to $127.4 million in 1998. This increase is
primarily the result of Citadel Communications' stock offering completed on June
25, 1999 and additional borrowings of $132.0 million under the credit facility
offset by the partial redemption of exchangeable preferred stock of
approximately $51.7 million. Citadel Communications sold 5,000,000 shares of its
common stock at $29.25 per share in its June 1999 offering. The proceeds to
Citadel Communications from the offering, net of underwriting discounts and
commissions, were approximately $140.4 million. On the same date as the stock
offering, the net proceeds Citadel Communications received were transferred to
the equity of Citadel Broadcasting and used by us to redeem a portion of our
exchangeable preferred stock and to fund radio station acquisitions completed in
the second and third quarter of 1999.
2000 Stock Offering. On February 11, 2000, Citadel Communications sold
4,750,000 shares of its common stock at $51.50 per share. The proceeds to
Citadel Communications from the offering, net of underwriting discounts and
commissions, were approximately $234.8 million. A portion of the proceeds was
used to repay a portion of the indebtedness under our credit facility and the
remainder will be used to fund our pending acquisitions. For further information
about our pending acquisitions, see the discussion below under the heading
"Pending Acquisitions and Recently Completed Transactions".
Credit Facility. On July 3, 1997, we and our then subsidiary, Citadel
License, Inc., entered into an amended and restated financing agreement, which
originally allowed for revolving loan borrowings up to a maximum of $150.0
million. Pursuant to the agreement, this amount began to reduce quarterly on
December 31, 1997. On December 17, 1999, all amounts borrowed under this credit
facility were repaid. On December 28, 1999, Citadel License was merged into
Citadel Broadcasting.
On December 17, 1999, we entered into a new credit facility with Credit
Suisse First Boston, as the lead arranger, administrative agent and collateral
agent, and the lenders named therein, which provides for the making to us by the
lenders of term loans at any time during the period from December 17, 1999 to
December 15, 2000, in an aggregate principal amount not in excess of $250.0
million and revolving loans at any time and from time to time prior to March 31,
2007 (subject to extension to December 31, 2007), in the aggregate principal
amount at
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any one time outstanding not in excess of $150.0 million. Of the $150.0 million
which is available in the form of revolving loans under the revolving credit
facility, until March 31, 2000, up to $75.0 million of the revolving credit
facility may be made available in the form of letters of credit, and after March
31, 2000, up to $50.0 million of the revolving credit facility may be made
available in the form of letters of credit. On February 10, 2000, the credit
facility was amended to increase the amount of the facility from $400.0 million
to $500.0 million. The $100.0 million increase was allocated $75.0 million to
the revolving loans and $25.0 million to the term loans. In addition, we may
request up to $300.0 million in additional term loans, which term loans may be
made at the sole discretion of the lenders. Of such additional $300.0 million
amount, at our request, up to $100.0 million may be in the form of an increase
in the $225.0 million revolving credit commitment. The lenders are under no
obligation to make such additional $300.0 million available, whether in the form
of term loans, revolving loans or otherwise. Amounts borrowed under the credit
facility bear interest at a rate equal to an applicable margin (described below)
plus either (a) the greater of the prime rate of interest announced from time to
time by Credit Suisse First Boston, New York, New York, and the federal funds
effective rate in effect from time to time plus 0.5%, or (b) if we so elect, the
LIBO rate divided by one minus the eurocurrency reserve requirements prescribed
by the Federal Reserve Board or other governmental body in effect from time to
time. The applicable margin is expected to range between 0% and 1.5% for the
rate discussed in clause (a) above and between 0.75% and 2.5% for the rate
discussed in clause (b) above. The interest rate of borrowings in December 1999
and January 2000 has ranged from 7.4% to 9.1%. Citadel Broadcasting and Citadel
Communications are currently in compliance in all material respects with the
terms of the credit facility.
Draws may be made under the term loan facility solely to finance a portion
of the acquisitions we currently plan, to finance a portion of future permitted
acquisitions and to pay related fees and expenses. The amount of any term loans
outstanding on December 17, 2002 must be repaid in varying quarterly
installments ranging from 3.75% of the amount on March 31, 2003 to 6.25% of the
amount on March 31, 2007. In addition, mandatory prepayments must be made under
the term loan facility upon the happening of certain events.
We used the proceeds of a $132.0 million revolving credit loan under the
credit facility to refinance our then existing $68.0 million of revolving credit
loans under our prior credit facility, to pay transaction expenses incurred in
connection with entry into the new credit facility and the refinancing of the
indebtedness under the prior credit facility and to fund radio stations acquired
in December 1999. Additional draws may be made under the revolving credit
facility, subject to the satisfaction of certain conditions, for general
corporate purposes, including for working capital, capital expenditures, and to
finance a portion of certain acquisitions contemplated by us and for future
permitted acquisitions by us. At December 31, 1999, we had approximately $247.6
million available for borrowing under the credit facility. The revolving credit
facility must be paid in full on or before March 31, 2007 (subject to extension
until December 31, 2007). In addition, mandatory prepayments must be made under
the revolving credit facility upon the happening of certain events.
The letter of credit facility, which is a sub facility of the revolving
credit facility, provides for the issuance of letters of credit to be used by us
as security for our obligations under agreements entered into in connection with
certain radio station acquisitions and for any other purpose related to our
business.
Subject to permitted liens, the credit facility is secured by: (a) a first
priority pledge on all of our capital stock other than our exchangeable
preferred stock, (b) a first priority security interest in all the existing and
after-acquired property of Citadel Communications and Citadel Broadcasting,
including, without limitation, accounts, machinery, equipment, inventory, real
estate, general intangibles and investment property and (c) all proceeds of the
foregoing. The credit facility is also guaranteed by Citadel Communications. The
credit facility contains customary events of default. Upon the occurrence of an
event of default, with certain limitations, our obligations under the credit
facility, which are at that time outstanding, may become accelerated.
The credit facility contains customary restrictive covenants, which, among
other things, and with exceptions, limit our ability to incur additional
indebtedness and liens, enter into transactions with affiliates, make
acquisitions other than acquisitions permitted under the credit facility, pay
dividends, redeem or repurchase capital stock, enter into certain sale and
leaseback transactions, consolidate, merge or effect asset sales, issue
additional equity, make capital expenditures, make investments, loans or
prepayments or change the nature of their business. We are also required to
satisfy financial covenants which will require us to maintain specified
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financial ratios and to comply with financial tests, including ratios with
respect to maximum leverage, minimum interest coverage and minimum fixed charge
coverage. At December 31, 1999, Citadel Communications and Citadel Broadcasting
were in compliance with all covenants under the credit facility.
Maximum Leverage Test. The maximum leverage test requires that Citadel
Broadcasting and Citadel Communications not permit the ratio of their total debt
as of the last day of the most recently ended quarter to their consolidated
EBITDA, as adjusted for permitted acquisitions and dispositions, for the rolling
four-quarter period ending as of the last day of such quarter, to be greater
than the applicable ratio on that date. The applicable ratio through March 31,
2000 is 7.25x, and it will decline .25x for each quarter thereafter until it has
decreased to 4.00x where it will remain.
Minimum Interest Coverage Test. The minimum interest coverage test requires
that Citadel Broadcasting and Citadel Communications not permit the ratio of
their consolidated EBITDA for any rolling four-quarter period to their
consolidated interest expense for such period, to be less than the applicable
ratio on that date. The applicable ratios range from 1.50x through December 31,
2000 to 2.50x beginning October 1, 2002.
Minimum Fixed Charges Coverage Test. The minimum fixed charges coverage
test requires that Citadel Broadcasting and Citadel Communications not permit
the ratio of their consolidated EBITDA for any rolling four-quarter period to
their fixed charges for such period to be less than 1.25 to 1.00.
Senior Subordinated Notes. On July 3, 1997, we completed the issuance of
$101.0 million of 10 1/4% Senior Subordinated Notes due 2007. Interest is
payable semi-annually. The 10 1/4% notes may be redeemed at our option, in whole
or in part, at any time on or after July 1, 2002 at the redemption prices set
forth in the indenture governing the 10 1/4% notes. In addition, at any time
prior to July 1, 2000, we may, at our option, redeem a portion of the 10 1/4%
notes with the net proceeds of one or more Public Equity Offerings (as defined
in the indenture governing the 10 1/4% notes), at a redemption price equal to
110.25% of the principal amount thereof, plus accrued and unpaid interest, if
any, to the date of redemption.
On November 19, 1998, we completed the issuance of $115.0 million of 9 1/4%
Senior Subordinated Notes due 2008. Interest is payable semi-annually. The
9 1/4% notes may be redeemed at our option, in whole or in part, at any time on
or after November 15, 2003 at the redemption prices set forth in the indenture
governing the 9 1/4% notes. In addition, at any time prior to November 15, 2001,
we may, at our option, redeem a portion of the 9 1/4% notes with the net
proceeds of one or more Public Equity Offerings (as defined in the indenture
governing the 9 1/4% notes), at a redemption price equal to 109.25% of the
principal amount thereof, together with accrued and unpaid interest, if any to
the date of redemption.
The indentures governing the 10 1/4% notes and the 9 1/4% notes contain
certain restrictive covenants, including limitations which restrict our ability
to incur additional debt, incur liens, pay cash dividends, or make certain other
restricted payments, consummate certain asset sales, enter into certain
transactions with affiliates, merge or consolidate with any other person or
sell, assign, transfer, lease, convey or otherwise dispose of all or
substantially all of its assets. At December 31, 1999 we were in compliance with
all covenants under the indentures.
Exchangeable Preferred Stock. On July 3, 1997, we sold an aggregate of
1,000,000 shares of our 13 1/4% Exchangeable Preferred Stock. Dividends on the
exchangeable preferred stock accrue at the rate of 13 1/4% per annum and are
payable semi-annually. On or prior to July 1, 2002, dividends are payable in
additional shares of exchangeable preferred stock having an aggregate
liquidation preference equal to the amount of such dividends, or, at our option,
in cash. Thereafter, all dividends will be payable only in cash. To date, we
have paid all dividends in additional shares of exchangeable preferred stock. We
will be required to redeem the exchangeable preferred stock on July 1, 2009,
subject to the legal availability of funds therefore, at a redemption price
equal to the liquidation preference thereof, plus accumulated and unpaid
dividends, if any, to the date of redemption.
We may redeem the exchangeable preferred stock, in whole or in part, at our
option, at any time on or after July 1, 2002, at declining redemption prices
ranging from 107.729% to 101.104%, plus accumulated and unpaid dividends, if
any, to the date of redemption.
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On August 2, 1999, we redeemed approximately 35% of our issued and
outstanding exchangeable preferred stock. Total shares redeemed were
approximately 452,000 at a redemption price of $113.25 per share for a total of
approximately $51.2 million. In addition, we paid approximately $0.5 million of
accrued dividends on the redeemed shares. Proceeds from Citadel Communications'
additional equity investment in Citadel Broadcasting were utilized to complete
the redemption.
The Certificate of Designation governing the exchangeable preferred stock
also contains covenants that restrict us from taking various actions, including,
subject to specified exceptions, the incurrence of additional indebtedness, the
granting of additional liens, the making of investments, the payment of
dividends and other restricted payments, mergers, acquisitions and other
fundamental corporate changes and capital expenditures. At December 31, 1999, we
were in compliance with all covenants under the Certificate of Designation.
Pending Acquisitions and Recently Completed Transactions. There are
numerous transactions currently pending which, if completed, would result in our
purchasing 48 FM and 28 AM radio stations, acquiring the right to operate one
additional FM radio station, acquiring the right to sell advertising in the
United States for one Canadian FM radio station and selling two AM radio
stations. The total cash required to fund our pending acquisitions is expected
to be approximately $510.2 million, which amount does not include 200,000 shares
of Citadel Communications' common stock valued at $10.1 million that may be
delivered in connection with one acquisition. Under certain conditions, we may
be required to pay the $10.1 million in cash in lieu of such shares of common
stock. In addition, we purchased one FM radio station on February 10, 2000, and
we sold 18 FM and seven AM radio stations on November 9, 1999. We received
approximately $26.0 million in cash from the completed disposition; however, the
cash received from this sale plus interest must be utilized as part of the
purchase price for one of our pending acquisitions as we have elected to enter
into a like-kind-exchange for federal income tax purposes. The consummation of
each of the pending transactions is subject to certain conditions, including the
approval of the FCC. Although we believe these closing conditions will be
satisfied in each case, there can be no assurance that this will be the case.
The pending acquisitions are expected to be funded from funds borrowed under our
credit facility, the funds received from the completed disposition and the
proceeds received from the recently completed offering of Citadel
Communications' common stock.
Capital Expenditures. We had capital expenditures of approximately $16.6
million for the year ended December 31, 1999 compared to $4.5 million in 1998.
This increase is due primarily to the acquisition of a corporate jet, furniture
and fixtures related to the relocation of our corporate offices, the purchase of
new digital automation systems for certain markets and the construction of a new
building in Little Rock, Arkansas. Our other equipment purchases consist
primarily of broadcasting equipment and transmission tower upgrades.
In addition to acquisitions and debt service, our principal liquidity
requirements will be for working capital and general corporate purposes,
including capital expenditures, which are not expected to be material in amount.
We believe that cash from operating activities, loans under our credit facility,
proceeds from the November 9, 1999 disposition and the proceeds from our
recently completed offering of our common stock should be sufficient to permit
us to meet our financial obligations and to fund our operations, including
completion of our pending acquisitions, for at least the next 12 months,
although additional capital resources may be required in connection with any
further implementation of our acquisition strategy.
Year 2000 Matters. The year 2000 computer issue primarily results from the
fact that information technology hardware and software systems and other
non-information technology products containing embedded microchip processors
were originally programmed using a two digit format, as opposed to four digits,
to indicate the year. Such programming could cause a system or product failure
or other computer errors and a disruption in the operation of such systems and
products. The year 2000 issue may persist for some time after January 2000.
Our internal systems have not experienced any material year 2000 issues. We
presently believe that year 2000 issues will not pose significant operational
problems for our business going forward. We continue to monitor our operations
for year 2000 issues, and we believe that any year 2000 problems, which may
arise in our internal systems, will not have a material adverse effect on our
business, financial condition or results of operations. However, we cannot
assure you that this will be the case.
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We are not aware of any material year 2000 problems encountered by our
suppliers and major advertisers to date, but have not obtained or sought
confirmations from our suppliers and major advertisers that they did not
experience year 2000 problems. Further, we cannot determine the state of their
year 2000 readiness on a going-forward basis. We cannot assure you that our
suppliers and major advertisers will be successful in ensuring that their
systems have been and will continue to be year 2000 compliant or that their
failure to do so will not have a material adverse effect on our business,
financial condition or results of operations.
ITEM 7A. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK
Market Risk. During the normal course of business we are routinely
subjected to a variety of market risks, examples of which include, but are not
limited to, interest rate movements and collectibility of accounts receivable.
We constantly assess these risks and have established policies and practices to
protect against the adverse effects of these and other potential exposures.
Although we do not anticipate any material losses in these risk areas, no
assurance can be made that material losses will not be incurred in these areas
in the future.
Interest Rate Risk. We may be exposed to interest rate changes under our
credit facility, which we maintain to provide liquidity and to fund capital
expenditures and acquisitions. We constantly monitor interest rate changes to
determine the impact any change will have on our business, financial condition
or results of operations. We do not consider our cash and cash equivalents to be
subject to interest rate risk due to their short term maturities.
Notwithstanding our efforts to manage interest rate risks, there can be no
assurance that we will be adequately protected against the risks associated with
interest rate fluctuations. Our credit facility bears interest equal to an
applicable margin plus a variable rate. For further discussion of our interest
rate under the credit facility, see Item 7, Management's Discussion and Analysis
of Financial Condition and Results of Operations under the heading "Credit
Facility." Our credit facility consists of revolving loans and term loans. The
revolving loans mature on March 31, 2007 (subject to extension until December
31, 2007). The term loans are subject to quarterly principle repayments starting
in March 2003 and ending December 2007. The quarterly repayments are based on a
percentage of the term loan borrowings and the percentage ranges from 3.75% in
2003 to 6.25% in 2007. At December 31, 1999, there was $132.0 million
outstanding under the revolving term loan facility at an interest rate of
8.125%. Assuming a hypothetical increase in the interest rate of 10%, the impact
on our future earnings for the next year would be approximately $1.1 million of
increased interest expense based on $132.0 million of outstanding variable debt.
In addition, the credit facility requires that no less than 50% of our
long-term indebtedness be subject to fixed interest rates. If our total variable
debt under the credit facility exceeds this 50% threshold, we will be required
to enter into a hedging contract that will convert a portion of the variable
rate into a fixed rate. As of December 31, 1999, our fixed rate debt is greater
than 50% of our outstanding indebtedness and therefore we have not entered into
any interest rate hedging contracts.
ITEM 8. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTAL DATA
Citadel Broadcasting Company's Consolidated Financial Statements, including
the notes thereto, and supplementary financial information filed under this Item
8 are listed in Part IV, Item 14, of this report and are included after the
signature page beginning at page F-2.
ITEM 9. CHANGE IN AND DISAGREEMENTS WITH ACCOUNTANTS ON ACCOUNTING AND
FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE.
None
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PART III
ITEM 10. DIRECTORS AND EXECUTIVE OFFICERS OF THE REGISTRANT.
The following table sets forth the names, ages and positions of the
directors and executive officers of Citadel Broadcasting:
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Lawrence R. Wilson 54 Chief Executive Officer and Chairman
Donna L. Heffner 40 Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Secretary
D. Robert Proffitt 47 President and Chief Operating Officer
Stuart R. Stanek 44 Vice President
Peter J. Benedetti 36 Vice President
Robert F. Fuller 59 Director
Ike Kalangis 62 Director
Ted L. Snider, Sr. 71 Director
John E. von Schlegell 45 Director
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Lawrence R. Wilson co-founded and was a general partner of Citadel
Communications' predecessor, Citadel Associates Limited Partnership and Citadel
Associates Montana Limited Partnership, from 1984 to July 1992 and has been the
Chief Executive Officer, President and Chairman of Citadel Communications since
it was incorporated in 1993 and Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the
Board of Citadel Broadcasting since it was incorporated in 1991. Mr. Wilson also
served as President of Citadel Broadcasting from 1991 to October 1998. From 1974
to 1979, Mr. Wilson was Executive Vice President and General Counsel of Combined
Communications Corporation, a national media company, where he handled all
acquisitions and mergers and oversaw the broadcast, newspaper and outdoor
billboard divisions as a part of a five person management committee. From 1979
to 1986, he was engaged in the private practice of law.
Donna L. Heffner joined Citadel Associates Limited Partnership and Citadel
Associates Montana Limited Partnership in 1988 as Controller. Ms. Heffner has
served as Secretary of Citadel Communications since it was incorporated in 1993
and of Citadel Broadcasting since it was incorporated in 1991. She has served as
Chief Financial Officer of Citadel Communications and Citadel Broadcasting since
1993 and 1992, respectively. In January 1997, Ms. Heffner became Vice President
of Citadel Communications and Citadel Broadcasting. Ms. Heffner also served as
Treasurer of Citadel Communications from 1993 to 1999 and as a director of
Citadel Communications for several months in 1993. She served as Treasurer of
Citadel Broadcasting from 1991 to 1999 and as a director of Citadel Broadcasting
from 1992 to 1993. From 1982 to 1985 and in 1987, she was employed by Price
Waterhouse, and in 1986, she was employed by Lowrimore, Warwick & Company as an
accountant.
D. Robert Proffitt joined Citadel Associates Limited Partnership and
Citadel Associates Montana Limited Partnership in 1988 as Vice President --
General Manager of KKFM-FM in Colorado Springs. In 1991, he was appointed Vice
President of Citadel Broadcasting, and in 1993, he was appointed Vice President
of Citadel Communications. Mr. Proffitt took over as General Manager of Citadel
Communications' Albuquerque operations in 1994. Mr. Proffitt served as President
of Central Region for Citadel Broadcasting from June 1997 to October 1998, and
he became President and Chief Operating Officer of Citadel Broadcasting in
October 1998.
Stuart R. Stanek joined Citadel Associates Limited Partnership and Citadel
Associates Montana Limited Partnership in 1986 as a General Manager of KKFM-FM
in Colorado Springs. In 1988, he became General Manager of KBEE-AM/KUBL-FM in
Salt Lake City. In 1991, he was appointed Vice President of Citadel
Broadcasting, in 1992, he was elected to the Board of Directors of Citadel
Broadcasting and in 1993, he was appointed Vice President and elected to the
Board of Directors of Citadel Communications. He served as a Director of Citadel
Communications and Citadel Broadcasting until August 1996. Mr. Stanek became
President of East Region for Citadel Broadcasting in June 1997.
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Peter J. Benedetti joined Citadel Communications in April 1995 as Sales
Manager for KMGA-FM in Albuquerque and also became Sales Manager for KHFM-FM in
Albuquerque upon Citadel Communications' acquisition of that station in June
1996. From January 1997 to July 1997, Mr. Benedetti was Director of Sales of
Citadel Communications' Salt Lake City radio station group, and from July 1997
to October 1998, he served as Vice President and General Manager of that radio
station group. In October 1998, Mr. Benedetti became Vice President of Citadel
Communications and Vice President and President of the Central Region for
Citadel Broadcasting, and in July 1999, he became President of the West Region
for Citadel Broadcasting when operations were consolidated into East and West
Regions. Prior to joining Citadel Communications, he served as an account
executive for Jacor Communications in Denver, Colorado.
Robert F. Fuller became a director of Citadel Communications and Citadel
Broadcasting in November 1999. From 1975 to 1999, he was the President and
majority owner of Fuller-Jeffrey Broadcasting Companies, Inc., a ten station
radio group purchased by Citadel Broadcasting in August 1999. Mr. Fuller brings
over 43 years of radio broadcast experience to Citadel Communications, ranging
from on-air and management positions to ownership of over 30 radio stations.
Ike Kalangis became a director of Citadel Communications and Citadel
Broadcasting in May 1999. Mr. Kalangis has over 30 years' experience in the
banking industry, most recently, from 1989 until his retirement in 1997, as
Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Boatman's Sunwest, Inc., a
bank holding company with community banks in New Mexico and Texas, which is now
a part of Bank of America.
Ted L. Snider, Sr. became a director of Citadel Communications and Citadel
Broadcasting in November 1997 following Citadel Communications' October 1997
acquisition of Snider Corporation. Mr. Snider had been Chairman of Snider
Corporation since its incorporation in 1971. Snider Corporation owned two FM and
two AM radio stations, the right to construct an additional FM radio station and
the Arkansas Radio Network.
John E. von Schlegell has served as a member of the Board of Directors of
Citadel Communications and Citadel Broadcasting since January 1997. He
co-founded and, since 1991, has managed, The Endeavour Capital Fund Limited
Partnership, a firm that invests equity capital in privately held businesses
throughout the northwest. Prior to 1991, Mr. von Schlegell was a general partner
at Golder, Thoma & Cressey, a private equity firm based in Chicago.
BOARD COMPOSITION
Three of the five persons presently constituting the Board of Directors of
Citadel Broadcasting were elected under the terms of a Fourth Amended and
Restated Voting Agreement dated as of October 15, 1997, by and among Citadel
Communications, the voting trustee under the Amended and Restated Voting Trust
Agreement dated October 15, 1997 and certain other stockholders of Citadel
Communications. In connection with Citadel Communications' initial public
offering in 1998, the Fourth Amended and Restated Voting Agreement and a related
stockholders agreement among Citadel Communications and certain of its
stockholders were terminated. The Amended and Restated Voting Trust Agreement
will continue in effect until terminated in accordance with its terms.
Each director of Citadel Broadcasting holds office until the next annual
meeting of stockholders and until his or her successor has been elected and
qualified. Officers are elected by the Board of Directors and serve at its
discretion.
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ITEM 11. EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION
The following table sets forth information with respect to the compensation
paid to our Chief Executive Officer and each of our other four most highly
compensated executive officers during 1999. Information with respect to 1997
compensation is not given for Mr. Benedetti as he did not begin service as an
executive officer until 1998.
SUMMARY COMPENSATION TABLE
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
LONG-TERM
COMPENSATION
ANNUAL COMPENSATION ----------------------------
--------------------------------------- SECURITIES
NAME AND OTHER ANNUAL UNDERLYING ALL OTHER
PRINCIPAL POSITION YEAR SALARY BONUS COMPENSATION(1) OPTIONS COMPENSATION(2)
------------------ ---- ---------- -------- --------------- ---------- ---------------
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C>
Lawrence R. Wilson................ 1999 $ 438,319 -0- -0- 875,000 $3,413
Chairman and 1998 358,319 $214,370(3) -0- 60,000 3,046
Chief Executive Officer 1997 341,256 120,000(4) -0- -0- 3,278
Donna L. Heffner.................. 1999 $ 230,000 -0- -0- 250,000 $3,489
Vice President and 1998 175,000 80,000(3) -0- 12,000 4,537
Chief Financial Officer 1997 140,535 50,000(4) -0- -0- 3,086
D. Robert Proffitt................ 1999 $ 250,000 -0- -0- 250,000 $3,849
President and 1998 200,000 $ 40,000(3) -0- 12,000 3,161
Chief Operating Officer 1997 192,211 15,000(4) -0- -0- 2,541
Stuart R. Stanek.................. 1999 $ 230,000 -0- $26,216 250,000 $3,598
Vice President 1998 210,000 $ 50,000(3) -0- 12,000 2,635
1997 190,007 30,000(4) -0- -0- 2,529
Peter J. Benedetti................ 1999 $ 200,000 -0- $69,402 125,000 $2,202
Vice President 1998 160,000(5) $ 65,000(3) -0- 21,005 2,093
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(1) In accordance with applicable regulations, the amounts set forth in this
column do not include perquisites and other personal benefits received by
the executive officers unless the aggregate value of such perquisites and
other benefits exceeded the lesser of $50,000 or 10% of the total salary and
bonus reported for the executive officer. The amount shown for Mr. Stanek
represents $25,309 for mortgage payments made on behalf of Mr. Stanek and
$907 for personal motor vehicle use. The amount shown for Mr. Benedetti
represents $58,568 for closing cost payments made on behalf of Mr. Benedetti
and reimbursement of the loss on the sale of a home, $7,825 for temporary
living expenses and $3,009 for personal motor vehicle use.
(2) Included for 1999 are our contributions to Citadel Communications' 401(k)
Plan (Mr. Wilson - $3,200, Ms. Heffner - $3,408, Mr. Proffitt - $3,717, Mr.
Stanek - $2,517 and Mr. Benedetti - $2,142), which contributions vest over
five years, and our payment of premiums for term life insurance (Mr. Wilson
- $213, Ms. Heffner - $81, Mr. Proffitt - $132, Mr. Stanek - $81 and Mr.
Benedetti - $60).
(3) Bonuses were earned in 1998 and paid in 1998 and 1999. Does not reflect
bonuses earned in 1997 but paid in 1998.
(4) Bonuses were earned in 1997 and paid in 1997 and 1998. Does not reflect
bonuses earned in 1996 but paid in 1997.
(5) Includes payments of $10,000 made in 1999 following a salary increase made
retroactive to November 1998.
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The following table summarizes individual grants of options to purchase
shares of common stock of Citadel Communications to the executive officers
listed in the Summary Compensation Table during the year ended December 31,
1999:
OPTIONS GRANTED IN FISCAL 1999
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
PERCENT OF
NUMBER OF TOTAL EXERCISE MARKET POTENTIAL REALIZABLE VALUE AT ASSUMED
SECURITIES OPTIONS OR PRICE ON RATES OF STOCK PRICE APPRECIATION FOR
UNDERLYING GRANTED TO BASE DATE OF OPTION TERM(4)
OPTIONS EMPLOYEES PRICE GRANT EXPIRATION --------------------------------------
NAME GRANTED IN 1999 ($/SH)(1) ($/SH)(2) DATE(3) 0%($) 5%($) 10%($)
---- ---------- ---------- --------- --------- ---------- -------- ----------- -----------
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C>
Lawrence R. Wilson(5).... 875,000 42.6% $29.25 $ 30.25 6-25-09 $875,000 $17,517,500 $43,058,750
Donna L. Heffner(5)...... 250,000 12.2 29.25 30.25 6-25-09 250,000 5,005,000 12,302,500
D. Robert Proffitt(5).... 250,000 12.2 29.25 30.25 6-25-09 250,000 5,005,000 12,302,500
Stuart R. Stanek(5)...... 250,000 12.2 29.25 30.25 6-25-09 250,000 5,005,000 12,302,500
Peter J. Benedetti(5).... 125,000 6.1 29.25 30.25 6-25-09 125,000 2,502,500 6,151,250
</TABLE>
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(1) The exercise price equals the price to the public in Citadel Communications'
June 1999 common stock offering.
(2) The indicated market price on the date of grant was the closing market price
of the common stock.
(3) The options must be earned prior to June 25, 2004. Any portion not earned
will be forfeited. Earned options expire on the dates shown in the table.
See footnote (5).
(4) The potential realizable value is based on the term of the option at the
time of grant, which is ten years for each of the options set forth in the
table. An assumed stock price appreciation of 0%, 5% and 10% is used
pursuant to rules promulgated by the Securities and Exchange Commission. The
potential realizable value is calculated by assuming that the market price
on the date of grant appreciates at the indicated rate, compounded annually,
for the entire term of the option and that the option is exercised and sold
on the last day of its term at this appreciated stock price. The potential
realizable value is not intended to forecast the future appreciation of the
common stock.
(5) The options are earned in one-fifth increments for each increase in average
stock price (calculated over 20 consecutive trading days) equal to one-fifth
of the difference between the doubled exercise price and the exercise price.
When an increment of the option is earned, the earned portion vests 20% each
year thereafter. Vesting accelerates in the event of a change in control of
Citadel Communications, as provided for in Citadel Communications' 1999
Long-Term Incentive Plan.
The following table shows the number of shares of common stock acquired and
the value realized upon exercise in 1999 of options to purchase shares of common
stock of Citadel Communications by the executive officers listed in the Summary
Compensation Table, as well as the number and value of unexercised options to
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purchase shares of common stock of Citadel Communications (rounded to the
nearest whole share) held by such persons as of December 31, 1999.
AGGREGATED OPTION EXERCISES IN 1999 AND
FISCAL YEAR END OPTION VALUES
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
NUMBER OF SECURITIES VALUE OF UNEXERCISED
UNDERLYING UNEXERCISED IN-THE-MONEY
SHARES OPTIONS AT FISCAL YEAR END OPTIONS AT FISCAL YEAR END(1)
ACQUIRED ON VALUE # $
EXERCISE # REALIZED $ EXERCISABLE/UNEXERCISABLE EXERCISABLE/UNEXERCISABLE
----------- ---------- -------------------------- -----------------------------
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C>
Lawrence R.
Wilson(2)............ 178,071 11,105,728 407,410/1,091,467 $ 24,721,516/$43,483,540
Donna L. Heffner....... 124,392 7,733,806 58,662/286,000 3,666,588/10,937,142
D. Robert Proffitt..... 124,805 7,736,520 18,421/290,800 1,119,817/11,229,342
Stuart R. Stanek....... 39,600 2,342,538 146,034/288,400 9,211,823/11,083,242
Peter J. Benedetti..... -0- -0- 7,801/147,204 402,874/5,570,746
</TABLE>
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(1) These values have been calculated on the basis of the December 31, 1999
closing price per share of $64.875, less the applicable exercise price.
(2) Includes options held by Rio Bravo Enterprise Associates, L.P. Mr. Wilson
owns all of the capital stock of Rio Bravo, Inc., the sole general partner
of Rio Bravo Enterprise Associates, L.P.
EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT
In June 1996, we entered into an employment agreement with Lawrence R.
Wilson which has an initial term ending in June 2001. The agreement provides for
annual base salary compensation, annual increases to base salary and an annual
bonus calculated as a percentage of Mr. Wilson's base salary in effect at the
end of the year and based on our annual performance criteria. The annual
performance criteria were not achieved for the year ended December 31, 1999 and,
therefore, no bonus was earned for 1999. For 1999, the Compensation Committee of
the Citadel Communications Board of Directors approved a base salary for Mr.
Wilson in an amount greater than that provided for in the agreement, following
the Committee's review of compensation levels at comparable public companies.
Mr. Wilson's employment will terminate upon Mr. Wilson's becoming
permanently disabled or upon a liquidation or dissolution of Citadel
Communications, a sale, transfer or other disposition of all of the assets of
Citadel Broadcasting on a consolidated basis, or any transaction or series of
transactions whereby any person or entity other than ABRY Broadcast Partners II,
L.P. or its affiliates or affiliates of Citadel Communications, becomes the
direct or indirect beneficial owner of securities of Citadel Communications or
Citadel Broadcasting representing 50% or more of the combined voting power of
Citadel Communications' or Citadel Broadcasting's then outstanding securities.
In such event, Mr. Wilson or his beneficiary will be entitled to receive Mr.
Wilson's then base salary through the end of the month in which the termination
occurs. In addition, upon the affirmative vote or written consent of not less
than 66 2/3% of the members of the Citadel Communications Board of Directors,
Mr. Wilson's employment may be terminated with or without cause. If any such
termination is without cause, Mr. Wilson will be entitled to receive his then
current base salary through the end of the then current term of the employment
agreement.
1996 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN
Citadel Communications adopted the 1996 Equity Incentive Plan under which
employees, officers, directors (excluding non-employee directors), consultants,
independent contractors and advisors of Citadel Communications are eligible to
receive awards in the form of incentive stock options and options that are not
incentive stock options to purchase common stock of Citadel Communications.
Awards may also be in the form of stock appreciation rights, restricted
securities and other stock-based awards as determined by the Board of Directors
of Citadel Communications, none of which have been granted to date. The Equity
Incentive Plan is administered by the Compensation Committee of the Citadel
Communications Board of Directors and in certain cases the Citadel
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Communications Board. The Compensation Committee or the Board has authority
under the Equity Incentive Plan to designate participants, determine the terms
and conditions of awards to be granted to each participant and decide all
matters relating to any award. At December 31, 1999, the total number of shares
of common stock of Citadel Communications that remained reserved and available
for issuance under the Equity Incentive Plan, or which may be used to provide a
basis of measurement for an award, was 2,175,807 shares, including shares
underlying outstanding grants.
Shares subject to any expired, terminated or lapsed awards are available
for subsequent grants under the Equity Incentive Plan. The exercise price of
incentive stock options granted under the plan may not be less than the fair
market value of the common stock as of the date of grant, and 110% of the fair
market value of the common stock in the case of an incentive stock option
granted to an individual who at the time of the grant owns more than 10% of the
combined voting power of Citadel Communications' capital stock. The Board may
provide that an optionee may pay for shares upon exercise of an option in cash
or by check or through cashless exercise procedures or by such other medium or
by any combination of media as authorized by the Board. The grant of an option
may be accompanied by a reload option, which gives an optionee who pays the
exercise price of an option with shares of common stock an additional option to
acquire the same number of shares that was used to pay for the original option
at an exercise price of not less than the fair market value of common stock as
of the reload option grant date. In the event a participant's employment with
Citadel Communications is terminated due to disability, retirement or any other
reason, a participant may exercise an option only to the extent it was
exercisable on the termination date of the participant's employment. An
incentive stock option must be exercised prior to the earlier of the expiration
of three months (six months in the case of disability after the termination
date) or the expiration date of the options set forth in the award agreement. A
non-incentive stock option must be exercised within the applicable time period
for exercise set forth in the award agreement. In the event of the death of the
participant before an option lapses, an option may be exercised only to the
extent it was exercisable on the date of death. However, such exercise must be
made prior to the earlier of the first anniversary of the participant's death or
the expiration date of the option.
1999 LONG-TERM INCENTIVE PLAN
Citadel Communications adopted the 1999 Long-Term Incentive Plan, which is
intended to be the primary long-term incentive plan for senior management. The
Long-Term Incentive Plan provides opportunities for participants to earn the
right to purchase shares of Citadel Communications' common stock if performance
goals, measured solely by the increase in the price of the common stock, and
continued employment requirements are met. Participants under the Long-Term
Incentive Plan receive an option grant based on the Citadel Communications
Compensation Committee's evaluation of the participant's ability to contribute
to Citadel Communications' overall performance. If the option is not fully
earned during the specific five-year performance period, any portion not earned
is forfeited, and the shares become available for issuance upon exercise of
other options granted under the plan. For the full option to be earned, the
average stock price (calculated over 20 consecutive trading days) over the
exercise price must double during the performance period. If any shares become
available for additional grants under this plan, the exercise price will be the
average of the bid and asked prices of the common stock on the date of the
grant. The option is earned in one-fifth increments for each increase in average
stock price (calculated over 20 consecutive trading days) equal to one-fifth of
the difference between the doubled exercise price and the exercise price. When
an increment of the option is earned, the earned portion generally vests over a
five-year period. A total of 1,750,000 shares of common stock are reserved and
available for issuance under the Long-Term Incentive Plan.
At the time that the Citadel Communications Board of Directors adopted the
Long-Term Incentive Plan, the following option grants were made to be effective
as of the closing of Citadel Communications' common stock offering in June 1999,
subject to stockholder approval of the Long-Term Incentive Plan, which was
obtained in July 1999: Lawrence R. Wilson -- 875,000 shares; Donna L.
Heffner -- 250,000 shares; D. Robert Proffitt -- 250,000 shares; Stuart R.
Stanek -- 250,000 shares; and Peter J. Benedetti -- 125,000 shares. The exercise
price for the options granted is $29.25 per share, the price to the public in
Citadel Communications' June 1999 common stock offering. As of March 15, 2000,
four-fifths of each of these options had been earned. No portion has yet vested.
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401(K) PLAN
Effective in 1993, Citadel Communications adopted a 401(k) Retirement
Savings Plan for the purpose of providing, at the option of the employee,
retirement benefits to its employees who have been employed for a period of one
year or longer and who meet certain other requirements of the 401(k) plan.
Contributions to the 401(k) plan are made by the employee and, on a voluntary
basis, by us. We currently match 100% of that part of the employee's elective
deferrals up to 2% of the employee's salary.
A contribution to the 401(k) plan of approximately $532,000 was made by us
during the year ended December 31, 1999.
DIRECTOR COMPENSATION
Currently, all non-employee directors are entitled to receive an annual fee
of $20,000 for their services as directors of Citadel Communications and Citadel
Broadcasting. Directors who are also our employees do not receive additional
consideration for serving as directors, except that all directors are entitled
to reimbursement for travel and out-of-pocket expenses in connection with their
attendance at Board and committee meetings.
AUDIT AND COMPENSATION COMMITTEE
The Board of Directors of Citadel Communications has established two
committees, the Audit Committee and the Compensation Committee. These committees
also serve the needs of Citadel Broadcasting.
The Audit Committee provides oversight of the financial reporting process
and management's responsibility for the integrity, accuracy and objectivity of
financial reports and accounting and financial reporting and practices. The
Audit Committee has the power to recommend the retention of the independent
public accountants for Citadel Broadcasting and to consult with such independent
accountants concerning the plan of audit, their report of audit and the adequacy
of internal controls. The Audit Committee is currently composed of four
independent, non-employee directors, Ted L. Snider, Sr. (Chairman), John E. von
Schlegell, Ike Kalangis and Robert F. Fuller.
The Compensation Committee reviews and makes recommendations to the Board
of Directors concerning the compensation and benefit policies and practices of
Citadel Broadcasting. The Compensation Committee is currently composed of four
non-employee directors, John E. von Schlegell (Chairman), Ike Kalangis, Robert
F. Fuller and Ted L. Snider, Sr.
COMPENSATION COMMITTEE INTERLOCKS AND INSIDER PARTICIPATION
During 1999, John E. von Schlegell, Ted L. Snider, Sr., Ike Kalangis,
Robert F. Fuller and former directors, Scott E. Smith and Patricia Diaz Dennis,
were members of the Compensation Committee of the Citadel Communications Board
of Directors, which determines compensation matters for Citadel Communications
and Citadel Broadcasting.
Registration Rights Agreement. Citadel Communications is a party to a
Registration Rights Agreement, dated June 28, 1996, as amended, with Lawrence R.
Wilson, Rio Bravo Enterprise Associates, L.P., ABRY Broadcast Partners II, L.P.,
Baker, Fentress & Company, Edward T. Hardy, The Endeavour Capital Fund Limited
Partnership, Ted L. Snider, Sr. and others, which requires Citadel
Communications to register their shares of its common stock under the Securities
Act of 1933, as amended, for offer and sale to the public (including by way of
an underwritten public offering), upon a demand by such stockholders, and which
entitles such parties to join in any registration of equity securities of
Citadel Communications. Various stockholders have exercised their rights under
this agreement and have participated in Citadel Communications' common stock
offerings, including ABRY Broadcast Partners II, L.P. and its general partner;
Baker, Fentress & Company; The Endeavour Capital Fund Limited Partnership and
its general partner; Edward T. Hardy and Ted L. Snider, Sr. ABRY Broadcast
Partners II, L.P., is a significant stockholder of Citadel Communications. For a
portion of 1999, Baker, Fentress & Company owned more than five percent of the
outstanding common stock and Mr. Smith was an Executive Vice President of Baker,
Fentress & Company. Mr. von Schlegell is President and a shareholder of the
general partner of The Endeavour Capital Fund Limited Partnership, and Edward T.
Hardy was an executive officer of
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Citadel Communications and Citadel Broadcasting. Mr. Wilson owns all of the
capital stock of Rio Bravo, Inc., the sole general partner of Rio Bravo
Enterprise Associates, L.P. In addition to those parties having registration
rights under the Registration Rights Agreement, each of Rio Bravo Enterprise
Associates, L.P., Donna L. Heffner, D. Robert Proffitt, Stuart R. Stanek and
Peter J. Benedetti participated as selling stockholders in Citadel
Communications' common stock offerings in 1999 and/or 2000.
Transactions with Connect Communications. On October 1, 1999, Citadel
Broadcasting acquired certain assets and subscriber agreements of Connect
Communications Corporation, an internet service provider in Arkansas, in
exchange for extinguishment of approximately $0.1 million in accounts receivable
and certain equipment owned by Citadel Broadcasting. Ted Snider, Jr., the son of
Ted L. Snider, Sr., a director of Citadel Communications and Citadel
Broadcasting, is a director and shareholder of Connect Communications
Corporation.
Connect Communications Corporation also provided telephone service to
Citadel Broadcasting during 1999. The value of the service provided in 1999 was
approximately $124,000. As of December 31, 1999, Connect Communications
Corporation owed Citadel Broadcasting approximately $69,000 for third party
telephone charges, which were to be reimbursed by Connect Communications
Corporation. We believe that the terms of our transactions with Connect
Communications Corporation are at least as favorable to us as those that could
be obtained generally from unaffiliated parties.
Consulting Agreement. On August 31, 1999, Citadel Broadcasting entered into
a seven-year Consulting Agreement with Robert F. Fuller which provides for
compensation to Mr. Fuller of $250,000 each year. In 1999, Citadel Broadcasting
paid Mr. Fuller $83,333 under this Consulting Agreement. Citadel Broadcasting
originally entered into this Consulting Agreement in connection with its
acquisition of all of the issued and outstanding shares of capital stock of
Fuller-Jeffrey Broadcasting Companies, Inc. from Mr. Fuller and Joseph N.
Jeffrey, Jr., the two former stockholders of Fuller-Jeffrey Broadcasting. Mr.
Fuller became a director of each of Citadel Communications and Citadel
Broadcasting in November 1999. We believe that the terms of the Consulting
Agreement with Mr. Fuller are at least as favorable to us as those that could be
obtained generally from unaffiliated parties.
ITEM 12. SECURITY OWNERSHIP OF CERTAIN BENEFICIAL OWNERS AND MANAGEMENT
Citadel Communications owns all of the currently issued and outstanding
common stock of Citadel Broadcasting and has pledged such common stock to secure
its guaranty under Citadel Broadcasting's credit facility. The only other
outstanding capital stock of Citadel Broadcasting is the 13 1/4% Exchangeable
Preferred Stock.
The only outstanding capital stock of Citadel Communications is its common
stock. The following table sets forth information with respect to the beneficial
ownership of Citadel Communications' common stock as of March 12, 2000 by (1)
each person, entity or group known to us to beneficially own more than five
percent of the common stock, (2) each of our directors, (3) each of our
executive officers listed in the Summary Compensation Table in Item 11,
Executive Compensation, and (4) all of our directors and executive officers as a
group.
Except as indicated below, the persons named have sole voting and
investment power with respect to the shares shown as beneficially owned by them.
The percentages are rounded to the nearest tenth of a percent. Holders of common
stock are entitled to one vote per share on all matters submitted to a vote of
stockholders generally.
The number of shares and percentages are calculated in accordance with Rule
13d-3 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, on a stockholder by
stockholder basis, assuming that each stockholder converted all securities owned
by such stockholder that are convertible into common stock at the option of the
holder within 60 days of March 12, 2000, and that no other stockholder so
converts. The numbers and percentages of shares owned assume that these
outstanding options have been exercised by such respective stockholders as
follows:
- Lawrence R. Wilson -- 407,410 shares (including options to purchase
395,410 shares held by Rio Bravo Enterprise Associates, L.P.),
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- Donna L. Heffner -- 58,662 shares,
- D. Robert Proffitt -- 20,821 shares,
- Stuart R. Stanek -- 127,234 shares,
- Peter J. Benedetti -- 7,801 shares, and
- all directors and executive officers as a group -- 621,928 shares.
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
SHARES OF COMMON STOCK
BENEFICIALLY OWNED
-----------------------
PERCENT OF
COMMON
BENEFICIAL OWNER NUMBER STOCK
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<S> <C> <C>
Lawrence R. Wilson(1)....................................... 2,167,956 5.8%
City Center West
Suite 400
7201 West Lake Mead Boulevard
Las Vegas, NV 89128
Donna L. Heffner(2)......................................... 177,213 *
D. Robert Proffitt(3)....................................... 173,555 *
Stuart R. Stanek(4)......................................... 209,907 *
Peter J. Benedetti(5)....................................... 11,628 *
Robert F. Fuller............................................ 10,000 *
Ike Kalangis................................................ 1,000 *
Ted L. Snider, Sr.(6)....................................... 214,817 *
John E. von Schlegell(7).................................... 84,377 *
All directors and executive officers as a group (9 3,050,453 8.1%
persons)(8)...............................................
ABRY Broadcast Partners II, L.P.(9)......................... 3,339,144 9.1%
18 Newbury Street
Boston, MA 02116
Putnam Investments, Inc.(10)................................ 4,071,267 11.1%
One Post Office Square
Boston, MA 02109
Janus Capital Corporation (11).............................. 3,263,430 8.9%
100 Filmore Street
Suite 300
Denver, CO 80206
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* Less than 1%
(1) The numbers of shares include 1,702,883 shares held by Rio Bravo
Enterprise Associates, L.P. The numbers of shares also include 395,410
shares of common stock which may be acquired upon exercise of options held
by Rio Bravo Enterprise Associates, L.P. Rio Bravo Enterprise Associates,
L.P. therefore beneficially owns 2,098,293 shares or 5.6% of the common
stock. Mr. Wilson, a director and executive officer, owns all of the
capital stock of Rio Bravo, Inc., the sole general partner of Rio Bravo
Enterprise Associates, L.P. The remaining shares are jointly owned by Mr.
Wilson and his spouse, Claire Wilson, or may be acquired upon exercise of
options held by Mr. Wilson.
(2) Ms. Heffner's shares are jointly owned by Ms. Heffner and her spouse, Tim
Heffner.
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(3) Mr. Proffitt's shares are jointly owned by Mr. Proffitt and his spouse,
Lynette Proffitt.
(4) Mr. Stanek's shares are jointly owned by Mr. Stanek and his spouse, Kim
Stanek. The number of shares shown does not include 1,781 shares owned by
Kim Stanek.
(5) Mr. Benedetti's shares are jointly owned by Mr. Benedetti and his spouse,
Krista Benedetti.
(6) The number of shares shown does not include 121,713 shares owned by Mr.
Snider's spouse.
(7) Represents 2,554 shares held by The Endeavour Capital Fund Limited
Partnership and 81,823 shares held by DVS Management, Inc. Mr. von
Schlegell is the Managing Partner of The Endeavour Capital Fund and the
President and a shareholder of DVS Management, the general partner of The
Endeavour Capital Fund.
(8) Includes shares discussed in footnotes (1) and (7).
(9) All of the shares beneficially owned by ABRY Broadcast Partners II, L.P.
are held under an Amended and Restated Voting Trust Agreement dated
October 15, 1997. By its terms, the Amended and Restated Voting Trust
Agreement shall continue in effect until terminated upon the written
agreement of Citadel Communications and the holders of voting trust
certificates which represent a majority of the shares held in the voting
trust as determined in accordance with the Amended and Restated Voting
Trust Agreement. The voting trust also terminates with respect to any
shares upon transfer of such shares to a person who is not an affiliate of
ABRY Broadcast Partners II, L.P. or upon a distribution of shares by ABRY
Broadcast Partners II, L.P. to its partners. During the term of the
Amended and Restated Voting Trust Agreement, the voting trustee has the
right to vote the shares of stock subject to that agreement and to take
part in any stockholders' meetings, including the right to vote the shares
for the election of directors of Citadel Communications. The voting
trustee may assign his rights and delegate his obligations to a successor
voting trustee, who shall be a back-up trustee or other person appointed
in the manner provided under the terms of the Amended and Restated Voting
Trust Agreement. The voting trustee is Harlan A. Levy, whose address is
1585 Broadway, 19th Floor, New York, N.Y. 10036. Dispositive power with
respect to these shares is held by Royce Yudkoff, the sole trustee of ABRY
Holdings, Co., the sole member of ABRY Holdings, LLC, the general partner
of ABRY Capital, L.P., the general partner of ABRY Broadcast Partners II,
L.P.
(10) As reported on Schedule 13G filed with the Securities and Exchange
Commission on February 17, 2000 (dated February 7, 2000) by Putnam
Investments, Inc. on behalf of itself and Marsh & McLennan Companies,
Inc., Putnam Investment Management, Inc. and The Putnam Advisory Company,
Inc., 301,000 of the shares indicated are under shared voting power among
Putnam Investments, Inc. and The Putnam Advisory Company, Inc. Of the
shares indicated, 3,598,967 shares are under shared dispositive power
between Putnam Investments, Inc. and Putnam Investment Management, Inc.,
and 472,300 shares are under shared dispositive power between Putnam
Investments, Inc. and The Putnam Advisory Company, Inc. Putnam Investment
Management, Inc. and The Putnam Advisory Company, Inc. are subsidiaries of
Putnam Investments, Inc. and Putnam Investments, Inc. is a subsidiary of
Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. The number of shares shown assumes that
there has been no change in the number of shares beneficially owned from
the number of shares reported as being beneficially owned in the Schedule
13G. Pursuant to Rule 13d-4 under the Securities Exchange Act, March &
McLennan Companies, Inc. and Putnam Investments, Inc. declared that their
filing of the Schedule 13G shall not be deemed to be an admission of
beneficial ownership of the shares reported.
(11) As reported on a Schedule 13G filed with the Securities and Exchange
Commission on January 11, 2000 (dated January 10, 2000) by Janus Capital
Corporation on behalf of itself and Thomas H. Bailey, all of the shares
indicated are under shared voting and dispositive power among Janus
Capital Corporation and Mr. Bailey. Mr. Bailey owns approximately 12.2% of
Janus Capital. The number of shares shown assumes that there has been no
change in the number of shares beneficially owned from the number of
shares reported as being beneficially owned in the Schedule 13G. In the
Schedule 13G, Mr. Bailey disclaimed beneficial ownership in these shares.
Janus Capital and Mr. Bailey declared that they do not have the right to
receive any dividends from, or the proceeds from the sale of, these shares
and disclaimed any ownership associated with such rights.
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ITEM 13. CERTAIN RELATIONSHIPS AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS
SALE AND LEASEBACK OF AIRPLANE
In December 1995, Citadel Broadcasting sold to Wilson Aviation, L.L.C., a
company then owned by Lawrence R. Wilson and his spouse and currently owned by
Rio Bravo Enterprise Associates, L.P., an airplane formerly owned by Citadel
Broadcasting, for a cash purchase price of approximately $1.3 million.
Contemporaneously with the sale of the airplane, Citadel Broadcasting entered
into an agreement to lease the airplane from Wilson Aviation, L.L.C. Under the
terms of the lease, Citadel Broadcasting paid rent in the amount of $252,000 in
1999 and bore the costs of the maintenance, repair and operation of the
airplane. The lease was terminated effective as of January 1, 2000. The sale and
leaseback were not independently established in an arm's length transaction;
however, the original transaction was reviewed and approved by Citadel
Broadcasting's senior lender and we believe, based upon such review, that the
terms of the transaction were reasonable and at least as favorable to us as
could have been obtained generally from unaffiliated parties. Mr. Wilson is a
director and an executive officer of each of Citadel Communications and Citadel
Broadcasting. Mr. Wilson owns all of the capital stock of Rio Bravo, Inc., the
sole general partner of Rio Bravo Enterprise Associates, L.P.
See Item 11, Executive Compensation, under the heading "Compensation
Committee Interlocks and Insider Participation" for a description of various
other transactions involving our directors and executive officers and
significant stockholders of Citadel Communications.
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PART IV
ITEM 14. EXHIBITS, FINANCIAL STATEMENT SCHEDULES AND REPORTS ON FORM 8-K.
(a)(1) Financial Statements -- The following Consolidated Financial
Statements of Citadel Broadcasting Company and Subsidiary are filed
as part of Item 8 of this report and are included after the
signature page:
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Independent Auditors' Report F-2
Audited Consolidated Financial Statements:
Consolidated Balance Sheets as of December 31, 1998 and
1999 F-3
Consolidated Statements of Operations for the years ended
December 31, 1997, 1998 and 1999 F-4
Consolidated Statements of Shareholders' Equity for the
years ended December 31, 1997, 1998 and 1999 F-5
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the years ended
December 31, 1997, 1998 and 1999 F-6
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements F-7
</TABLE>
(a)(2) Financial Statement Schedules--
Schedule II: Valuation and Qualifying Accounts. Information required
by Schedule II is included in the Notes to Citadel Broadcasting
Company's Consolidated Financial Statements as Note (15).
(a)(3) Exhibits -- The Exhibits listed in the accompanying Exhibit Index
are filed as part of this report.
(b) Reports on Form 8-K -- During the quarter ended December 31, 1999,
Citadel Broadcasting Company filed the following reports on Form 8-K:
(i) Form 8-K/A filed on December 3, 1999 amending previously filed pro
forma financial information of Citadel Broadcasting Company and
Subsidiary as follows:
Unaudited Pro Forma Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet as of June
30, 1999
Unaudited Pro Forma Condensed Consolidated Statement of Operations
for the six months ended June 30, 1999
Unaudited Pro Forma Condensed Consolidated Statement of Operations
for the twelve months ended December 31, 1998
(ii) Form 8-K filed on December 10, 1999 reporting (i) Citadel
Broadcasting Company's agreements to acquire radio stations in
Michigan, Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, Texas, Louisiana,
Connecticut, Maine, Oklahoma, Utah and New Mexico and (ii)
appointment of Robert F. Fuller as a director of Citadel
Communications Corporation and Citadel Broadcasting Company. The
following financial information was filed with this report on Form
8-K:
BROADCASTING PARTNERS HOLDINGS RADIO GROUP
Independent Auditors' Report
Combined Balance Sheets as of December 31, 1997 and 1998 and for
September 30, 1999 (unaudited)
Combined Statements of Operations for the years ended December 31, 1997
and 1998 and for the nine months ended September 30, 1998 and 1999
(unaudited)
Combined Statements of Partners' Capital for the nine months ended
September 30, 1999 (unaudited)
Combined Statements of Cash Flows for the years ended December 31, 1997
and 1998 and for the nine months ended September 30, 1998 and 1999
(unaudited)
Notes to Combined Financial Statements
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LIGGETT BROADCAST, INC.
Report of Independent Auditors
Combined Balance Sheet as of December 31, 1998
Combined Statement of Shareholder's Equity for the year ended December
31, 1998
Combined Statement of Operations for the year ended December 31, 1998
Combined Statement of Cash Flows for the year ended December 31, 1998
Notes to Combined Financial Statements
Combined Balance Sheet as of September 30, 1999 (unaudited)
Combined Statement of Shareholder's Equity for the nine months ended
September 30, 1999 (unaudited)
Combined Statements of Operations for the nine months ended September
30, 1999 (unaudited)
Combined Statements of Cash Flows for the nine months ended September
30, 1999 (unaudited)
Notes to Combined Financial Statements (unaudited)
WICKS RADIO GROUP (A DIVISION OF WICKS BROADCAST GROUP LIMITED PARTNERSHIP)
Independent Auditors' Report
Balance sheets as of December 31, 1998 and June 30, 1999 (unaudited)
Statements of Operations and Changes in Division Equity for the year
ended December 31, 1998 and for the six months ended June 30, 1998 and
June 30, 1999 (unaudited)
Statements of Cash Flows for the year ended December 31, 1998 and for
the six months ended June 30, 1998 and June 30, 1999 (unaudited)
Notes to financial statements
CITYWIDE COMMUNICATIONS, INC.
Independent Auditors' Report
Consolidated Balance Sheet as of December 31, 1998
Consolidated Statement of Operations and Accumulated Deficit for the
year ended December 31, 1998
Consolidated Statement of Stockholders' Deficit for the year ended
December 31, 1998
Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows for the year ended December 31,
1998
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
CARIBOU COMMUNICATIONS CO.
Independent Auditors' Report
Balance Sheets as of December 31, 1997 and 1998
Statements of Operations as of December 31, 1997 and 1998
Statements of Changes in Partners' Equity for the years ended December
31, 1997 and 1998
Statements of Cash Flows for the years ended December 31, 1997 and 1998
Notes to Financial Statements
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TELE-MEDIA BROADCASTING COMPANY AND ITS PARTNERSHIP INTERESTS
Independent Auditors' Report
Consolidated Balance Sheet as of December 31, 1995 and 1996
Consolidated Statement of Operations for the years ended December 31,
1994, 1995 and 1996
Consolidated Statement of Deficiency in Net Assets for the years ended
December 31, 1994, 1995 and 1996
Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows for the years ended December 31,
1994, 1995 and 1996
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet as of June 30, 1997 (unaudited)
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations and Changes in Deficit
for the six months ended June 30, 1996 and 1997 (unaudited)
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the six months ended
June 30, 1996 and 1997 (unaudited)
Notes to Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements
The following pro forma financial information of Citadel Broadcasting
Company and Subsidiary was filed with this report on Form 8-K:
Unaudited Pro Forma Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet as of September
30, 1999
Unaudited Pro Forma Condensed Consolidated Statement of Operations for
the nine months ended September 30, 1999
Unaudited Pro Forma Condensed Consolidated Statement of Operations for
the twelve months ended December 31, 1998
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities
Exchange Act of 1934, Citadel Broadcasting Company has duly caused this report
to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
CITADEL BROADCASTING COMPANY
Date: March 30, 2000 By: /s/ LAWRENCE R. WILSON
------------------------------------
Lawrence R. Wilson
Chairman of the Board and Chief
Executive Officer
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, this
report has been signed below by the following persons on behalf of Citadel
Broadcasting Company and in the capacities and on the dates indicated.
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SIGNATURES TITLE DATE
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<C> <S> <C>
/s/ LAWRENCE R. WILSON Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive March 30, 2000
- --------------------------------------- Officer
Lawrence R. Wilson (Principal Executive Officer)
/s/ DONNA L. HEFFNER Vice President and Chief Financial March 30, 2000
- --------------------------------------- Officer (Principal Financial and
Donna L. Heffner Accounting Officer)
/s/ ROBERT F. FULLER Director March 30, 2000
- ---------------------------------------
Robert F. Fuller
/s/ IKE KALANGIS Director March 30, 2000
- ---------------------------------------
Ike Kalangis
/s/ JOHN E. VON SCHLEGELL Director March 30, 2000
- ---------------------------------------
John E. von Schlegell
/s/ TED L. SNIDER, SR. Director March 30, 2000
- ---------------------------------------
Ted L. Snider, Sr.
</TABLE>
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SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION TO BE FURNISHED WITH REPORTS FILED PURSUANT TO SECTION
15(d) OF THE ACT BY REGISTRANTS WHICH HAVE NOT REGISTERED SECURITIES PURSUANT TO
SECTION 12 OF THE ACT.
No annual report to security holders covering Citadel Broadcasting
Company's last fiscal year other than this Form 10-K and no proxy statement,
form of proxy or other proxy soliciting material relating to an annual or other
meeting of security holders has been sent or is expected to be sent to Citadel
Broadcasting Company's security holders.
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CITADEL BROADCASTING COMPANY
AND SUBSIDIARY
INDEX TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
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<S> <C>
Independent Auditors' Report................................ F-2
Consolidated Balance Sheets as of December 31, 1998 and F-3
1999......................................................
Consolidated Statements of Operations for the years ended F-4
December 31, 1997, 1998 and 1999..........................
Consolidated Statements of Shareholder's Equity for the F-5
years ended December 31, 1997, 1998 and 1999..............
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the years ended F-6
December 31, 1997, 1998 and 1999..........................
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.................. F-7
</TABLE>
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INDEPENDENT AUDITORS' REPORT
The Board of Directors and Shareholder
Citadel Broadcasting Company:
We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of Citadel
Broadcasting Company (a wholly-owned subsidiary of Citadel Communications
Corporation) and subsidiary as of December 31, 1998 and 1999 and the related
consolidated statements of operations, shareholder's equity and cash flows for
each of the years in the three-year period ended December 31, 1999. These
consolidated financial statements are the responsibility of the Company's
management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these consolidated
financial statements based on our audits.
We conducted our audits in accordance with generally accepted auditing
standards. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain
reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material
misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting
the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. An audit also includes
assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by
management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement presentation.
We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.
In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements referred to above present
fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of Citadel Broadcasting
Company and subsidiary as of December 31, 1998 and 1999 and the results of their
operations and their cash flows for each of the years in the three-year period
ended December 31, 1999, in conformity with generally accepted accounting
principles.
/s/ KPMG LLP
Phoenix, Arizona
February 29, 2000
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CITADEL BROADCASTING COMPANY
AND SUBSIDIARY
Consolidated Balance Sheets
December 31, 1998 and 1999
(In thousands, except for share amounts)
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<CAPTION>
1998 1999
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ASSETS
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents................................. $102,655 $ 17,981
Accounts receivable, less allowance for doubtful accounts
of $1,187 in 1998 and $2,443 in 1999................... 33,673 52,728
Due from related parties.................................. 215 236
Income taxes receivable................................... -- 226
Prepaid expenses.......................................... 1,956 2,708
Net assets of discontinued operations..................... 3,618 2,275
Assets held for sale...................................... 25,938 --
-------- --------
Total current assets................................. 168,055 76,154
Property and equipment, net................................. 33,029 68,035
Intangible assets, net...................................... 266,446 538,664
Restricted cash............................................. -- 26,192
Other assets................................................ 4,238 7,568
-------- --------
$471,768 $716,613
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LIABILITIES, EXCHANGEABLE PREFERRED STOCK AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable.......................................... $ 4,018 $ 1,696
Accrued liabilities....................................... 10,869 13,344
Current maturities of notes payable....................... -- 5,495
Current maturities of other long-term obligations......... 168 842
-------- --------
Total current liabilities............................ 15,055 21,377
Note payable................................................ -- 132,000
Senior subordinated notes payable, net of unamortized
discount.................................................. 210,091 210,509
Other long-term obligations, less current maturities........ 1,040 2,516
Deferred tax liability...................................... 24,844 45,640
-------- --------
Total liabilities...................................... 251,030 412,042
-------- --------
Exchangeable preferred stock................................ 116,775 85,362
Commitments and contingencies (Note 20)
Shareholders' equity:
Common stock, $.001 par value; authorized 136,300 shares,
issued and outstanding 40,000 and 45,000 shares in 1998
and 1999, respectively................................. -- --
Additional paid-in capital................................ 135,338 285,156
Deferred compensation..................................... (1,044) (26,924)
Accumulated deficit....................................... (30,095) (39,023)
Accumulated other comprehensive loss...................... (236) --
-------- --------
Total shareholders' equity........................... 103,963 219,209
-------- --------
$471,768 $716,613
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</TABLE>
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.
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CITADEL BROADCASTING COMPANY
AND SUBSIDIARY
Consolidated Statements of Operations
Years ended December 31, 1997, 1998 and 1999
(In thousands, except share and per share amounts)
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<CAPTION>
1997 1998 1999
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Gross broadcasting revenue................................. $ 98,915 $147,191 $196,204
Less agency commissions.................................. 9,666 13,879 17,709
-------- -------- --------
Net broadcasting revenue.............................. 89,249 133,312 178,495
-------- -------- --------
Operating expenses:
Station operating expenses............................... 64,764 91,845 115,312
Depreciation and amortization............................ 14,460 25,970 35,749
Corporate general and administrative..................... 3,530 4,295 7,010
Non-cash deferred compensation........................... -- 74 1,727
-------- -------- --------
Operating expenses.................................... 82,754 122,184 159,798
-------- -------- --------
Operating income...................................... 6,495 11,128 18,697
-------- -------- --------
Non-operating expenses (income):
Interest expense......................................... 12,304 18,126 25,385
Interest income.......................................... (439) (822) (1,877)
Loss (gain) on sale of assets............................ -- (1,045) 1,208
Other, net............................................... (11) 216 281
-------- -------- --------
Non-operating expenses, net........................... 11,854 16,475 24,997
-------- -------- --------
Loss from continuing operations before income taxes... (5,359) (5,347) (6,300)
Income tax (benefit)....................................... (770) (1,395) (1,647)
-------- -------- --------
Loss from continuing operations....................... (4,589) (3,952) (4,653)
Income (loss) from discontinued operations, net of tax..... (102) 21 (4,275)
-------- -------- --------
Net loss.............................................. (4,691) (3,931) (8,928)
Dividend requirement for exchangeable preferred stock...... 6,633 14,586 14,103
-------- -------- --------
Net loss applicable to common shares.................. $(11,324) $(18,517) $(23,031)
======== ======== ========
Basic and diluted loss from continuing operations after
dividend requirement per common share.................... $(280.55) $(463.45) $(440.40)
Basic and diluted net loss per common share................ $(283.10) $(462.93) $(540.77)
Weighted average common shares outstanding................. 40,000 40,000 42,589
======== ======== ========
</TABLE>
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.
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CITADEL BROADCASTING COMPANY
AND SUBSIDIARY
Consolidated Statements of Shareholders' Equity
Years ended December 31, 1997, 1998 and 1999
(In thousands, except share amounts)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
ACCUMULATED
COMMON STOCK ADDITIONAL OTHER TOTAL
--------------- PAID-IN DEFERRED ACCUMULATED COMPENSATION SHAREHOLDERS'
SHARES AMOUNT CAPITAL COMPENSATION DEFICIT LOSS EQUITY
------ ------ ---------- ------------ ----------- ------------- -------------
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Balances at December 31, 1996...... 40,000 $-- $ 27,473 -- $(21,473) $ -- $ 6,000
Net loss........................... -- -- -- -- (4,691) -- (4,691)
Capital contribution from parent,
net.............................. -- -- 21,457 -- -- -- 21,457
Exchangeable preferred stock
dividend requirement............. -- -- (6,633) -- -- -- (6,633)
------ --- -------- -------- -------- ----- --------
Balances at December 31, 1997...... 40,000 -- 42,297 -- (26,164) -- 16,133
Comprehensive loss:
Net loss......................... -- -- -- -- (3,931) -- (3,931)
Unrealized loss on hedging
contract, net of tax........... -- -- -- -- -- (236) (236)
--------
Total comprehensive loss....... -- -- -- -- -- -- (4,167)
--------
Proceeds of initial public offering
of parent........................ -- -- 116,514 -- -- -- 116,514
Cash payments of initial public
offering costs................... -- -- (9,877) -- -- -- (9,877)
Capital contribution from parent,
net.............................. -- -- 52 -- -- -- 52
Deferred compensation.............. -- -- 1,118 (1,044) -- -- 74
Accretion of exchangeable preferred
stock costs...................... -- -- (180) -- -- -- (180)
Exchangeable preferred stock
dividend requirement............. -- -- (14,586) -- -- -- (14,586)
------ --- -------- -------- -------- ----- --------
Balances at December 31, 1998...... 40,000 -- 135,338 (1,044) (30,095) (236) 103,963
Comprehensive loss:
Net loss......................... -- -- -- -- (8,928) -- (8,928)
Unrealized gain on hedging
contract, net of tax........... -- -- -- -- -- 236 236
--------
Total comprehensive loss....... -- -- -- -- -- -- (8,692)
--------
Proceeds from stock issued to
parent........................... 5,000 -- 51,712 -- -- -- 51,712
Capital contribution from parent,
net of costs of $1,366........... -- -- 90,319 -- -- -- 90,319
Tax benefit of option exercises
from parent...................... -- -- 479 -- -- -- 479
Deferred compensation.............. -- -- 27,607 (25,880) -- -- 1,727
Accretion of exchangeable preferred
stock costs...................... -- -- (206) -- -- -- (206)
Exchangeable preferred stock
dividend requirement............. -- -- (14,103) -- -- -- (14,103)
Premium paid on partial retirement
of preferred stock............... -- -- (5,990) -- -- -- (5,990)
------ --- -------- -------- -------- ----- --------
Balances at December 31, 1999...... 45,000 $-- $285,156 $(26,924) $(39,023) $ -- $219,209
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</TABLE>
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.
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CITADEL BROADCASTING COMPANY
AND SUBSIDIARY
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
Years ended December 31, 1997, 1998 and 1999
(In thousands)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1997 1998 1999
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<S> <C> <C> <C>
Cash flows from operating activities:
Net loss.................................................. $ (4,691) $ (3,931) $ (8,928)
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash provided by
(used in) operating activities:
Amortization of deferred revenue..................... -- -- (100)
Depreciation and amortization........................ 14,636 26,414 35,749
Deferred income taxes................................ (770) (1,806) (2,593)
Deferred compensation expense........................ -- 74 1,727
Amortization of debt issuance costs and debt
discounts.......................................... 441 717 1,849
Bad debt expense..................................... 1,016 1,201 5,787
Loss/(gain) on sale of assets........................ -- (1,045) 1,208
Changes in assets and liabilities, net of
acquisitions:
Increase in accounts receivable and notes
receivable from related parties.................. (10,214) (9,586) (18,483)
Increase in prepaid expenses....................... (230) (424) (528)
Increase (decrease) in accounts payable............ 708 359 (4,238)
Increase in accrued liabilities.................... 5,324 1,565 1,508
(Increase) decrease in net assets of discontinued
operations....................................... -- 413 2,388
--------- --------- --------
Net cash provided by operating activities.......... 6,220 13,951 15,346
--------- --------- --------
Cash flows from investing activities:
Capital expenditures...................................... (2,070) (4,511) (16,609)
Capitalized acquisition costs............................. (2,929) (1,242) (5,579)
Cash paid to acquire stations............................. (205,523) (39,128) (293,334)
Other assets, net......................................... (677) (390) (32)
Deposits for pending acquisitions......................... (650) -- (1,600)
Proceeds from sales of assets............................. -- 2,440 25,965
Cash held in escrow for future acquisitions and
prepayments............................................. -- -- (26,192)
Capital expenditures for discontinued operations.......... (450) (3,581) (1,046)
--------- --------- --------
Net cash used in investing activities................... (212,299) (46,412) (318,427)
--------- --------- --------
Cash flows from financing activities:
Principal payments on notes payable....................... (39,000) (125,084) --
Proceeds from notes payable............................... 52,500 35,000 132,000
Proceeds from senior subordinated notes payable........... 97,250 111,550 --
Proceeds from issuance of exchangeable preferred stock.... 95,377 -- --
Proceeds from stock issued to parent...................... -- -- 51,712
Cash payments of public offering costs.................... -- (9,877) (1,366)
Payment of debt issuance costs............................ (1,855) (689) (3,779)
Principal payments on other long-term obligations......... (735) (442) (133)
Proceeds from other obligations........................... -- 407 --
Proceeds from issuance of common stock.................... -- -- --
Payment of dividends on exchangeable preferred stock...... -- -- (515)
Redemption of exchangeable preferred stock including
premium................................................. -- -- (51,197)
Payments to parent company................................ (12,817) -- --
Capital contributions from parent company................. 21,456 116,566 91,685
--------- --------- --------
Net cash provided by financing activities............... 212,176 127,431 218,407
--------- --------- --------
Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents.... 6,097 94,970 (84,674)
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of year................ 1,588 7,685 102,655
--------- --------- --------
Cash and cash equivalents, end of year...................... $ 7,685 $ 102,655 $ 17,981
========= ========= ========
</TABLE>
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.
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CITADEL BROADCASTING COMPANY
AND SUBSIDIARY
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(1) SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Description of Business
Citadel Broadcasting Company was formed August 21, 1991 as a Nevada
corporation. Citadel Communications Corporation ("Citadel Communications" or the
"Parent") owns all of the outstanding common stock of Citadel Broadcasting
Company. Citadel License, Inc. was a wholly-owned subsidiary of Citadel
Broadcasting Company. On December 28, 1999, Citadel License, Inc. was merged
into Citadel Broadcasting Company. Citadel Broadcasting Company owns and
operates radio stations and holds Federal Communications Commission ("FCC")
licenses in Arkansas, California, Colorado, Idaho, Indiana, Louisiana, Maine,
Massachusetts, Michigan, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, New York, Oklahoma,
Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Utah and Washington.
In addition, Citadel Broadcasting Company owns and operates an internet
service provider, offering its subscribers a variety of services, including
electronic mail and access to the internet. In December 1999, Citadel
Broadcasting Company decided to discontinue its internet operations (see further
discussion at Note (3)).
Principles of Consolidation and Presentation
The accompanying consolidated financial statements include Citadel
Broadcasting Company and, until its merger on December 28, 1999, its
wholly-owned subsidiary, Citadel License, Inc. (collectively referred to as the
"Company"). All significant intercompany balances and transactions have been
eliminated in consolidation.
Use of Estimates
Management of the Company has made a number of estimates and assumptions
relating to the reporting of assets and liabilities, revenue and expenses and
the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities to prepare these financial
statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles. Actual
results could differ from those estimates.
Cash and Cash Equivalents
The Company considers all highly liquid investments with a maturity of
three months or less at the time of purchase to be cash equivalents.
Restricted Cash
On November 9, 1999, the Company sold 18 FM and 7 AM radio stations to
Marathon Media, L.P. for approximately $26.0 million. The cash received from
this sale plus accrued interest is classified as restricted cash on the
Company's balance sheet as of December 31, 1999. These funds must be utilized as
part of the purchase price of the Broadcasting Partners Holdings, L.P.
acquisition (see acquisitions and dispositions, Note (2) for further details).
Derivative Financial Instruments
During 1998 and 1999, the Company utilized an interest rate swap agreement
to hedge the effects of fluctuations in interest rates. Amounts receivable or
payable due to settlement of the interest rate swap agreement were recognized as
interest expense or income on a monthly basis. A mark-to-market adjustment was
recorded as a component of shareholders' equity to reflect the fair value of the
interest rate swap agreement. The interest rate swap agreement expired in
December of 1999.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
Property and Equipment
Assets acquired in business combinations are accounted for using the
purchase method of accounting and are recorded at their estimated fair value
upon acquisition as determined by management or by independent appraisal.
Property and equipment additions are recorded at cost. Depreciation of property
and equipment is determined using the straight-line method over the estimated
useful lives of the related assets. Leasehold improvements are capitalized and
depreciated straight-line over the shorter of the lease terms or the estimated
useful lives of the assets. Maintenance and repairs are expensed as incurred.
Intangible Assets
Intangible assets with determinable lives have been allocated among various
categories of customer-based or market-based intangibles at their estimated fair
value upon acquisition as determined by management or by independent appraisal.
Goodwill represents the excess of cost over the fair value of tangible assets
and intangible assets with determinable lives.
Amortization is provided on the straight-line method over the estimated
useful lives of the related assets. Other intangible assets are comprised of
acquisition costs, agreements not to compete, broadcast licenses, subscriber
lists, premium lease space and subcarrier antenna income. Pending acquisition
costs are deferred and capitalized as part of completed acquisitions or expensed
in the period in which the pending acquisition is terminated. The Company's
policy is to write off intangible assets once they have become fully amortized.
Debt Issuance Costs
The costs related to the issuance of debt are capitalized and amortized to
interest expense using the effective interest method over the lives of the
related debt.
Income Taxes
The Company utilizes the asset and liability method of accounting for
income taxes. Under the asset and liability method, deferred tax assets and
liabilities are recognized for the future tax consequences attributable to
differences between the financial statement carrying amounts of existing assets
and liabilities and their respective tax bases. Deferred tax assets and
liabilities are measured using enacted tax rates expected to apply to taxable
income in the years in which those temporary differences are expected to be
recovered or settled. The effect on deferred tax assets and liabilities of a
change in tax rates is recognized in income in the period that includes the
enactment date.
Earnings Per Share
Basic earnings (loss) per share is computed by dividing income (loss)
available to common shares by the weighted-average number of common shares
outstanding for the period. Diluted earnings (loss) per share reflects the
potential dilution that could occur if securities or contracts to issue common
stock were exercised or converted into common stock or resulted in the issuance
of common stock that then shared in the earnings of the Company. For the years
ended December 31, 1997, 1998 and 1999, the Company had no securities or
contracts to issue common stock.
Revenue Recognition
Broadcasting operations derive revenue from the sale of program time and
commercial announcements to local, regional and national advertisers. Revenue is
recognized when the programs and commercial announcements are broadcast. On-line
service revenue derived from the internet service provider is recognized over
the period in which the services are provided.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
Barter Transactions
Barter contracts are agreements entered into under which the Company
provides commercial air time in exchange for goods and services used principally
for promotional, sales and other business activities. An asset and liability are
recorded at the fair market value of the advertising surrendered based on the
Company's historical practice of receiving cash for such advertising. Revenue is
recorded and the liability is relieved when commercials are broadcast and
expense is recorded and the asset is relieved when goods or services are used.
Comprehensive Loss
As of January 1, 1998, the Company adopted SFAS No. 130 "Reporting
Comprehensive Income." SFAS No. 130 establishes standards for the reporting of
comprehensive loss and its components; however, the adoption of SFAS No. 130 had
no impact on the Company's net loss or shareholders' equity. SFAS No. 130
requires the reporting of a mark-to-market adjustment pertaining to a hedging
contract which is recorded in shareholders' equity as a component of
comprehensive loss.
Local Marketing Agreements
Fees earned or incurred pursuant to various local marketing agreements
("LMA") are recognized as gross broadcasting revenue or station operating
expenses, respectively, in the period that the services performed or received
occur. The Company's consolidated financial statements include broadcasting
revenue and station operating expenses of stations marketed under LMAs.
Joint Sales Agreements
Fees earned or incurred pursuant to various joint sales agreements ("JSA")
are recognized pursuant to the terms in the various agreements under one of two
methods: (a) the JSA fee is recognized as a reduction to sales expense (included
in station operating expenses in the Company's consolidated statements of
operations), or (b) the Company is allocated a percentage of the JSA stations'
net revenue and operating expenses and these amounts are recognized as
broadcasting revenue and station operating expenses, respectively, in the period
earned or incurred.
Business and Credit Concentrations
In the opinion of management, credit risk with respect to receivables is
limited due to the large number of customers and the geographic diversification
of the Company's customer base. The Company performs credit evaluations of its
customers and believes that adequate allowances for any uncollectable
receivables are maintained. At December 31, 1998 and 1999, no receivable from
any customer exceeded five percent of gross accounts receivable nor did any
customer's account exceed more than ten percent of net broadcasting revenue for
any of the periods presented.
Impairment Recognition
Management evaluates the carrying value of all long-lived assets under the
provisions of SFAS No. 121, "Accounting for the Impairment of Long-Lived Assets
and for Long-Lived Assets to Be Disposed Of." This statement requires that
long-lived assets and certain identifiable intangibles be reviewed for
impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the
carrying amount of an asset may not be recoverable. Recoverability of assets to
be held and used is measured by a comparison of the carrying amount of an asset
to future undiscounted net cash flows expected to be generated by the asset. If
such assets are considered to be impaired, the impairment to be recognized is
measured by the amount by which the carrying amount of the assets exceeds fair
value of the assets. Assets to be disposed of are reported at the lower of the
carrying amount or fair
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
value less costs to sell. Based on its most recent analysis, management believes
that no material impairment in the value of long-lived assets existed at
December 31, 1999.
Reclassifications
Certain 1997 and 1998 balances have been reclassified to conform to the
1999 presentation.
(2) ACQUISITIONS AND DISPOSITIONS
1999 ACQUISITIONS AND DISPOSITIONS
1999 Acquisitions
During 1999, the Company acquired the assets of 42 FM and 15 AM radio
stations and one internet service provider from various parties as follows:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
PURCHASE
ACQUISITION DATE SELLER STATIONS MARKET SERVED PRICE
- ------------------------ ------------------------ ------------- ------------------------- --------------
(IN THOUSANDS)
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C>
RADIO STATIONS:
January 4, 1999......... Fairview Communications, 1 FM Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, PA $ 1,276
Inc.
February 9, 1999........ 62nd Street Broadcasting 5 FM and 1 AM Saginaw, MI 35,000
of Saginaw, L.L.C.
February 17, 1999....... Zeve Broadcasting 1 FM and 1 AM Harrisburg/Carlisle, PA 4,500
Company
March 17, 1999.......... Citywide Communications, 3 FM and 2 AM Baton Rouge, LA 31,500
Inc 3 FM and 1 AM Lafayette, LA
April 30, 1999.......... Capstar Broadcasting 1 FM and 2 AM Colorado Springs, CO 10,000
Company 1 FM and 1 AM Spokane, WA
May 3, 1999............. AGM-Nevada, LLC 1 FM Spokane, WA 4,150
May 3, 1999............. Monroe and Delaware 1 FM Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, PA 995
Holdings, Inc.
June 30, 1999........... Wicks Broadcast Group 3 FM and 2 AM Binghamton, NY 77,000
Limited Partnership and 5 FM and 3 AM Charleston, SC
Affiliates 1 FM Kokomo, IN
1 FM and 1 AM Muncie, IN
August 31, 1999......... Fuller-Jeffery 6 FM Portland, ME 63,500
Broadcasting Companies, 4 FM Portsmouth, NH
Inc.
November 1, 1999........ KTBT Radio Broadcasting 1 FM Baton Rouge, LA 9,500
Co
December 23, 1999....... Caribou Communications 4 FM and 1 AM Oklahoma City, OK 60,000
Company
INTERNET SERVICE PROVIDERS:
March 1, 1999........... Brainiac Services, Inc N/A Rhode Island 288
</TABLE>
The acquisitions were accounted for by the purchase method of accounting
and, accordingly, each purchase price was allocated to current assets as well as
noncurrent tangible and intangible assets based on their fair values as
determined by management. The acquisitions were funded with borrowings under the
credit facility and
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AND SUBSIDIARY
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
proceeds from capital contributions received from Citadel Communications. The
aggregate purchase price, including acquisition costs of $6,968,000, was
allocated as follows (numbers shown in thousands):
<TABLE>
<S> <C>
Property and equipment..................................... 25,852
Intangible assets.......................................... 275,275
Other assets............................................... 3,550
--------
$304,677
========
</TABLE>
1999 Dispositions
On April 30, 1999, the Company disposed of the assets of one FM station in
Colorado Springs, Colorado in exchange for one other FM station in Colorado
Springs owned by Capstar Broadcasting Company.
On November 9, 1999, the Company sold the assets of two FM and one AM
station in Eugene, OR, four FM and two AM stations in Medford, OR, four FM and
one AM station in Tri-Cities, WA, four FM and one AM station in Billings, MT,
two FM stations in Johnstown, PA and two FM and two AM stations in State
College, PA to Marathon Media for the sale price of approximately $26.0 million.
A loss of approximately $.9 million was recognized on the sale.
1998 ACQUISITIONS AND DISPOSITIONS
1998 Acquisitions
During 1998, the Company acquired the assets of seven FM and four AM radio
stations and five internet service providers from various parties as follows:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
PURCHASE
ACQUISITION DATE SELLER STATIONS MARKET SERVED PRICE
- ------------------------ ------------------------ ------------- ------------------------- --------------
(IN THOUSANDS)
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C>
RADIO STATIONS:
January 2, 1998......... Endless Mountain 1 FM and 1 AM Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, PA $ 815
Broadcasting, Inc.
February 12, 1998....... Pacific Northwest 2 FM and 1 AM Boise, ID 14,400
Broadcasting Corporation
March 26, 1998.......... S&P Broadcasting Limited 2 FM and 1 AM Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, PA 6,000
Partnerships
April 21, 1998.......... Wilson Group, LLC 2 FM Boise, ID 14,506
November 17, 1998....... Beasley Broadcasting of 1 AM Little Rock, AR 5,108
Arkansas, Inc.
INTERNET SERVICE PROVIDERS:
September 18, 1998...... Digital Planet, L.C. N/A Salt Lake City, UT 225
September 29, 1998...... Internet Tech. Systems, N/A Salt Lake City, UT 1,535
Inc
October 15, 1998........ In Quo N/A Salt Lake City, UT 335
October 26, 1998........ The Johnson Connection, N/A Salt Lake City, UT 320
LLC
December 8, 1998........ The Friendly Net, LLC N/A Salt Lake City, UT 93
</TABLE>
The acquisitions were accounted for by the purchase method of accounting
and, accordingly, the purchase price was allocated to current assets as well as
noncurrent tangible and intangible assets based on their fair values
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AND SUBSIDIARY
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
as determined by management. The acquisitions were funded with proceeds from
debt. The aggregate purchase price, including acquisition costs of $1,242,000,
was allocated as follows (numbers shown in thousands):
<TABLE>
<S> <C>
Property and equipment..................................... $ 3,477
Intangible assets.......................................... 41,031
Other assets............................................... 71
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$44,579
=======
</TABLE>
1998 Dispositions
In October 1998, the Company sold the assets of WQCY-FM, WTAD-AM, WBJR-FM
and WMOS-FM in Quincy, Illinois for approximately $2.3 million. A gain of
approximately $1.3 million was recognized on the sale.
In November 1998, the Company sold the assets of KRNN-AM in Little Rock,
Arkansas for approximately $190,000. A loss of approximately $5,000 was
recognized on the sale.
In October 1997, the Company entered into an agreement pursuant to which
the Company acquired WLEV-FM in exchange for approximately $23.0 million in cash
and the FCC license and studio equipment of WEST-AM. Pending FCC approval, the
disposition of WEST-AM was not recorded until the third quarter of 1998. The
disposition of WEST-AM was recorded as a purchase price adjustment aggregating
approximately $463,000.
Pro Forma
The following summary, prepared on a pro forma basis, presents the results
of operations as if all the above radio station acquisitions and dispositions
had been completed as of January 1, 1998.
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
UNAUDITED
----------------------------
YEAR ENDED YEAR ENDED
DECEMBER 31, DECEMBER 31,
1998 1999
------------ ------------
(IN THOUSANDS)
<S> <C> <C>
Net broadcasting revenue.......................... $174,449 $199,089
Operating income.................................. 5,950 16,482
Net loss from continuing operations............... (11,539) (12,543)
</TABLE>
The pro forma results are not necessarily indicative of what actually would
have occurred if the radio stations had been owned for the entire periods
presented. In addition, they are not intended to be a projection of future
results and do not reflect any synergies that might be achieved from combined
operations.
Pending Acquisitions
On October 5, 1999, the Company entered into a purchase and sale agreement
with Kenneth A. Rushton, as Trustee of the Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Estate of
Venture Broadcasting, Inc., to acquire one AM radio station serving Salt Lake
City, Utah. The purchase price for the station and a related tower site is
approximately $0.6 million in cash, which the Company has placed in an escrow
account.
On October 8, 1999, the Company entered into an exchange agreement with
Titus Broadcasting Systems, Inc. to acquire one AM radio station in Binghamton,
New York in exchange for one AM station in Binghamton owned by the Company and
approximately $.6 million in cash.
On October 27, 1999, the Company entered into a definitive agreement to
acquire from Broadcasting Partners Holdings, L.P. and its affiliates the assets
of 36 radio stations in 11 markets for approximately $190.0 million in cash.
Upon consummation of the agreement, including the completion of pending
acquisitions
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AND SUBSIDIARY
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
by the selling entities, Citadel Broadcasting will acquire five stations in
Buffalo, New York; four stations in Syracuse, New York; three stations in
Atlantic City, New Jersey; five stations in Tyler-Longview, Texas; three
stations in New London, Connecticut; two stations in New Bedford, Massachusetts;
four stations in Monroe, Louisiana; four stations in Augusta-Waterville, Maine;
two stations in Ithaca, New York; three stations in Presque Isle-Caribou, Maine;
one station in Dennysville-Calais, Maine as well as the right to operate an
additional FM radio station in Atlantic City/Cape May under a program service
and time brokerage agreement and the right to sell advertising in the United
States for one FM radio station in Niagra Falls, Ontario under a joint sales
agreement.
On November 16, 1999, the Company entered into a definitive agreement with
KSMB/KACY Radio Broadcasting Company, KVOL Radio Broadcasting Company and Powell
Broadcasting Company, Inc. to acquire two FM and two AM radio stations in
Lafayette, Louisiana for the purchase price of approximately $8.5 million in
cash.
On November 16, 1999, the Company entered into an exchange agreement with
LifeTalk Broadcasting Association to acquire one AM radio station in
Albuquerque, New Mexico in exchange for one AM radio station in Albuquerque
owned by the Company and approximately $5.4 million in cash, of which, the
Company has prepaid $1.0 million.
On December 3, 1999, the Company entered into an asset purchase agreement
with Liggett Broadcast, Inc. and certain of its affiliates to acquire four FM
and two AM radio stations serving the Lansing, Michigan market, two FM radio
stations serving the Saginaw, Michigan market and one FM radio station serving
the Flint, Michigan market for the aggregate purchase price of approximately
$120.5 million, consisting of 200,000 shares of common stock of Citadel
Communications valued at $50.375 per share, based on the closing share price of
the common stock on December 2, 1999, and approximately $110.4 million in cash.
However, if the value of the common stock at the time of closing, based on the
20-day average closing sale price per share prior to closing, is less than 90%
of the value on December 2, 1999, then no common stock will be issued and the
purchase price will be paid entirely in cash.
On December 3, 1999, the Company entered into two asset purchase agreements
to acquire a total of two FM radio stations serving the Worcester, Massachusetts
market for an aggregate purchase price of approximately $24.5 million in cash.
On December 21, 1999 the Company entered into an asset purchase agreement
to acquire one FM radio station serving the Worcester, Massachusetts market for
the purchase price of approximately $14.3 million in cash.
The pending acquisitions are all subject to various conditions to closing,
including Federal Communications Commission approval.
(3) DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS
In December of 1999, the Company's management decided to discontinue the
operations of its internet service provider, eFortress. As a result of this
decision, the Company has adopted a plan for the disposition by sale of
eFortress. This plan includes the sale of subscribers and all related internet
service equipment. The
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AND SUBSIDIARY
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
Company is currently in negotiations with other internet service providers and
anticipates finalizing the sale by the end of the second quarter of 2000.
eFortress has been accounted for as a discontinued operation and,
accordingly, its results of operations and financial position are segregated for
all periods presented in the accompanying consolidated financial statements.
Revenue, related losses and income taxes associated with the discontinued
operations are as follows:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1997 1998 1999
----- ------ -------
<S> <C> <C> <C>
Revenue.................................................. $ 555 $2,114 $ 4,488
----- ------ -------
Income (loss) from discontinued operations before
taxes.................................................. (102) 30 (4,437)
Income tax expense (benefit)............................. -- 9 (162)
----- ------ -------
Income (loss) from discontinued operations, net of
taxes.................................................. $(102) $ 21 $(4,275)
===== ====== =======
</TABLE>
The net assets of the discontinued operations at December 31, 1998 and 1999
have been reclassified in the accompanying consolidated balance sheet as
follows:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1998 1999
------ ------
(IN THOUSANDS)
<S> <C> <C>
Accounts receivable, net............................... $ 524 $ 42
Other current assets................................... 187 3
Property and equipment, net............................ 1,056 1,522
Intangibles, net....................................... 2,344 2,085
Current liabilities.................................... (493) (1,377)
------ ------
Net assets of discontinued operations.................. $3,618 $2,275
====== ======
</TABLE>
(4) ASSETS HELD FOR SALE
On January 13, 1999, the Company entered into an agreement to sell
substantially all of the assets of the Company's 18 FM and 7 AM radio stations
serving the markets of Eugene, Oregon; Medford, Oregon; Tri-Cities, Washington;
Billings, Montana; Johnstown, Pennsylvania and State College, Pennsylvania for
an aggregate purchase price of approximately $26.0 million. On November 9, 1999,
the Company completed the sale and recognized a loss of approximately $.9
million.
As of December 31, 1998, the net assets of the radio stations are presented
in the accompanying consolidated balance sheet as "Assets held for sale".
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AND SUBSIDIARY
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
(5) PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT
Property and equipment at December 31, 1998 and 1999 consists of the
following:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
ESTIMATED
1998 1999 USEFUL LIFE
-------- -------- -----------
(IN THOUSANDS)
<S> <C> <C> <C>
Land.............................................. $ 3,891 $ 5,257 --
Buildings and improvements........................ 6,843 16,894 5-30 years
Transmitters, towers and equipment................ 27,929 45,805 5-15 years
Office furniture and equipment.................... 5,827 8,247 3-5 years
Airplane.......................................... -- 9,131 5 years
Construction in progress.......................... 1,078 1,316 --
-------- --------
45,568 86,650
Less accumulated depreciation and amortization.... (12,539) (18,615)
-------- --------
$ 33,029 $ 68,035
======== ========
</TABLE>
(6) INTANGIBLE ASSETS
Intangible assets at December 31, 1998 and 1999 consist of the following:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
ESTIMATED
1998 1999 USEFUL LIFE
-------- -------- -----------
(IN THOUSANDS)
<S> <C> <C> <C>
Goodwill and broadcasting licenses................ $297,641 $594,801 15 years
Noncompetition agreements......................... 2,064 5,929 3-7 years
Premium lease space............................... 50 50 1-13 years
Subcarrier antenna income......................... 104 104 1-4 years
-------- --------
299,859 600,884
Less accumulated amortization..................... (33,413) (62,220)
-------- --------
$266,446 $538,664
======== ========
</TABLE>
(7) ACCRUED LIABILITIES
Accrued liabilities at December 31, 1998 and 1999 consist of the following:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1998 1999
------- -------
(IN THOUSANDS)
<S> <C> <C>
Interest.................................................... $ 6,417 $ 6,815
Music license fees.......................................... 170 262
Compensation and commissions................................ 3,104 2,170
Other....................................................... 1,178 4,097
------- -------
$10,869 $13,344
======= =======
</TABLE>
(8) NOTE PAYABLE
On July 3, 1997, the Company entered into an amended and restated financing
agreement which originally allowed for revolving loan borrowings up to a maximum
of $150.0 million. Pursuant to the agreement, this amount began to reduce
quarterly on December 31, 1997.
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AND SUBSIDIARY
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
On December 17, 1999, the Company terminated the July 3, 1997 financing
agreement, repaid all amounts borrowed under the agreement and entered into a
new credit facility ("Senior Credit Facility"), which provides for the making of
term loans at any time during the period from December 17, 1999 to December 15,
2000, in an aggregate principal amount not in excess of $250.0 million and
revolving loans at any time and from time to time prior to March 31, 2007
(subject to extension to December 31, 2007), in an aggregate principal amount at
any one time outstanding not in excess of $150.0 million. Of the $150.0 million
which is available in the form of revolving loans under the revolving credit
facility, until March 31, 2000, up to $75.0 million of the revolving credit
facility may be made available in the form of letters of credit. In addition,
the Company may request up to $300.0 million in additional term loans, which
term loans may be made at the sole discretion of the lenders. Of such additional
$300.0 million amount, at the request of the Company, up to $100.0 million may
be in the form of an increase in the $150.0 million revolving credit commitment.
The lenders are under no obligation to make such additional $300.0 million
available, whether in the form of term loans, revolving loans or otherwise.
Amounts borrowed under the Senior Credit Facility bear interest at a rate
equal to an applicable margin (described below) plus either (a) the greater of
the prime rate of interest announced from time to time by Credit Suisse First
Boston, New York, New York, and the federal funds effective rate in effect from
time to time plus 0.5%, or (b) if the Company so elects, the LIBO rate divided
by one minus the eurocurrency reserve requirements prescribed by the Federal
Reserve Board or other governmental body in effect from time to time. The
applicable margin is expected to range between 0% and 1.5% for the rate
discussed in clause (a) above and between 0.75% and 2.5% for the rate discussed
in clause (b) above. Interest is payable quarterly for prime rate loans and for
LIBO loans, interest payment dates can be monthly, quarterly or semi-annually.
Draws may be made under the term loans facility solely to finance a portion
of the acquisitions currently planned by the Company, to finance a portion of
future permitted acquisitions and to pay related fees and expenses. The amount
of any term loans outstanding on December 17, 2002 must be repaid in varying
quarterly installments ranging from 3.75% of the amount on March 31, 2003 to
6.25% of the amount on March 31, 2007.
The letter of credit facility, which is a sub facility of the revolving
credit facility, provides for the issuance of letters of credit to be used by
the Company as security for the obligations of the Company under agreements
entered into in connection with certain radio station acquisitions and for any
other purpose related to the business of the Company. On December 31, 1999,
letters of credit in the aggregate amount of approximately $20.4 million were
issued and outstanding.
At December 31, 1999, the Company's outstanding balance under the Senior
Credit Facility was $132.0 million. Interest is payable at 8.125% as of December
31, 1999. As of December 31, 1998, the Company did not have an outstanding
balance under the July 3, 1997 financing agreement.
The Senior Credit Facility is secured by a pledge of property and equipment
and the common stock of Citadel Broadcasting. Various debt covenants place
restrictions on, among other things, indebtedness, acquisitions, dividends,
capital expenditures and the sale or transfer of assets. The debt covenant
provisions also include certain financial ratio covenants, such as maximum
leverage test, minimum interest coverage test and minimum fixed charges coverage
test. At December 31, 1999, the Company was in compliance with all debt covenant
provisions.
(9) SENIOR SUBORDINATED NOTES PAYABLE
On July 3, 1997, the Company completed the issuance of $101.0 million of
its 10 1/4% Senior Subordinated Notes ("1997 Notes") due 2007. Interest is
payable semi-annually. The 1997 Notes will be redeemable at the
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AND SUBSIDIARY
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
option of the Company, in whole or in part, at any time on or after July 1, 2002
at a redemption price as stated in the following percentages:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
REDEMPTION
PRICE
----------
<S> <C>
2002....................................................... 105.125%
2003....................................................... 104.100%
2004....................................................... 103.075%
2005....................................................... 102.050%
2006....................................................... 101.025%
</TABLE>
In addition, at any time prior to July 1, 2000, subject to certain
conditions, the Company may, at its option, redeem a portion of the 1997 Notes
with the net proceeds of one or more Public Equity Offerings (as defined in the
indenture governing the 1997 Notes), at a redemption price equal to 110.25% of
the principal amount thereof, plus accrued and unpaid interest, if any, to the
date of redemption. The 1997 Notes are shown net of unamortized discount of $2.3
million at December 31, 1999.
The indenture governing the 1997 Notes contains certain restrictive
covenants, including limitations which restrict the ability of the Company to
incur additional debt, incur liens, pay dividends or make certain other
restricted payments, consummate certain asset sales, enter into certain
transactions with affiliates, merge or consolidate with any other person or
sell, assign, transfer, lease, convey or otherwise dispose of all or
substantially all of its assets. At December 31, 1999, the Company was in
compliance with all debt covenants.
On November 19, 1998, the Company completed the issuance of $115.0 million
of its 9 1/4% Senior Subordinated Notes ("1998 Notes") due in 2008. The 1998
Notes may be redeemed at the option of the Company, in whole or in part, at any
time on or after November 15, 2003 at a redemption price as stated in the
following percentages:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
REDEMPTION
PRICE
----------
<S> <C>
2003....................................................... 104.625%
2004....................................................... 103.083%
2005....................................................... 101.541%
2006....................................................... 100.000%
</TABLE>
In addition, at any time prior to November 15, 2001, the Company may, at
its option, redeem a portion of the 1998 Notes with the net proceeds of one or
more Public Equity Offerings (as defined in the indenture governing the 1998
Notes), at a redemption price equal to 109.25% of the principal amount thereof,
together with accrued and unpaid interest, if any, to the redemption date. The
1998 Notes are shown net of unamortized discount of $3.2 million at December 31,
1999.
The indenture governing the 1998 Notes contains certain restrictive
covenants, including limitations which restrict the ability of the Company to
incur additional debt, incur liens, pay cash dividends, purchase the Company's
common stock or make certain other restricted payments, consummate certain asset
sales, enter into certain transactions with affiliates, merge or consolidate
with any other person or sell, assign, transfer, lease,
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
convey or otherwise dispose of all or substantially all of its assets. At
December 31, 1999, the Company was in compliance with all covenants.
The aggregate Senior Subordinated Notes payable at December 31, 1999 are as
follows:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1998 1999
-------- --------
(IN THOUSANDS)
<S> <C> <C>
1997 Notes................................................. $101,000 101,000
1998 Notes................................................. 115,000 115,000
-------- --------
216,000 216,000
Less unamortized discount.................................. (5,909) (5,491)
-------- --------
$210,091 210,509
======== ========
</TABLE>
(10) OTHER LONG-TERM OBLIGATIONS
Other long-term obligations at December 31, 1998 and 1999 consist of the
following:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1998 1999
------ ------
(IN THOUSANDS)
<S> <C> <C>
Various noncompetition and consulting agreements with the
sellers of radio stations acquired, due at various dates
through August 2006, face amount of $579,000 and
$3,478,000 at December 31, 1998 and 1999, respectively,
non-interest bearing with interest imputed at 8.0% to
9.0%, net of discount of $77,000 and $660,000 in 1998 and
1999 respectively......................................... $ 503 $2,818
Prepayment premium on extinguishment of debt................ 683 --
Capital leases.............................................. 22 40
Other....................................................... -- 500
------ ------
1,208 3,358
Less current maturities..................................... (168) (842)
------ ------
Long-term portion........................................... $1,040 $2,516
====== ======
</TABLE>
The required aggregate principal payments as of December 31, 1999,
excluding the amortization of debt discount, are as follows:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
(IN THOUSANDS)
<S> <C>
2000....................................................... $ 842
2001....................................................... 762
2002....................................................... 477
2003....................................................... 439
2004....................................................... 449
Thereafter................................................. 389
------
$3,358
======
</TABLE>
(11) SHAREHOLDER'S EQUITY
On July 7, 1998, the Company's parent, Citadel Communications, consummated
an initial public offering (the "IPO") of 6,880,796 shares of its common stock
at an initial public offering price of $16.00 per share. Of such shares,
6,250,000 shares were sold by Citadel Communications and 630,796 shares were
sold by certain stockholders of Citadel Communications. On July 14, 1998,
Citadel Communications sold an additional
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1,032,119 shares of its common stock at the initial public offering price
pursuant to the exercise of the underwriters' over-allotment option. Total
proceeds of the IPO, including proceeds for the shares issued upon the exercise
of the over-allotment option, were approximately $126.6 million, of which total
proceeds to Citadel Communications were approximately $106.6 million, total
proceeds to the selling stockholders were approximately $9.4 million and total
underwriting discounts, commissions and costs were approximately $10.6 million.
On June 25, 1999, Citadel Communications completed a stock offering of
11,500,000 shares of its common stock at $29.95 per share. Of such shares,
5,000,000 shares were sold by Citadel Communications and 6,500,000 shares were
sold by certain stockholders of Citadel Communications. Total proceeds of the
offering, net of underwriting discounts and commissions, were approximately
$322.9 million of which proceeds to Citadel Communications were approximately
$140.4 million and proceeds to the selling stockholders were approximately
$182.5 million. Total underwriting discounts and commissions were approximately
$13.5 million.
On the same date as the stock offering, Citadel Communications purchased
5,000 shares of common stock of the Company for an aggregate purchase price of
approximately $51.7 million and contributed approximately $88.7 million of
additional paid in capital to the Company. The purchase of stock and additional
capital contributions were funded by the net proceeds from Citadel
Communications' stock offering. The Company utilized a portion of the proceeds
to redeem approximately 35% of its 13 1/4% exchangeable preferred stock (see
Note (12)).
Net capital contributions to the Company from Citadel Communications are
shown in the accompanying consolidated statements of shareholder's equity, and
represent the net contributions received by the Company for (i) the issuance of
preferred stock and the exercise of common stock options in 1997, (ii) the
exercise of common stock options in 1998, and (iii) issuance of common stock and
the exercise of common stock options in 1999.
Deferred Compensation
In September 1998, Citadel Communications entered into stock option award
agreements with several key employees. The terms of the agreements provide for
114,000 options to purchase new common stock at an exercise price of $16.00 per
share which vest over a five-year period. The fair market value on the date of
grant was $25.813 per share. Accordingly, the Company is amortizing to
compensation expense $1.1 million ratably over the five-year vesting period,
which represents the difference between the exercise price and fair market
value. The Company recognized compensation expense under the agreements of
approximately $74,000 and $224,000 for the years ended December 31, 1998 and
1999, respectively.
In July of 1999, the shareholders of Citadel Communications approved
Citadel Communications' 1999 Long-Term Incentive Plan, (the "1999 Incentive
Plan"), which is intended to be the primary long-term incentive vehicle for
senior management. Under the 1999 Incentive Plan, each participant receives an
option to acquire a certain number of shares of common stock based on meeting
certain stock price performance criteria and once the criteria has been met, the
options vest over five years. The exercise price of options granted is $29.25
per share. During the performance period, the shares subject to the option are
earned in one-fifth increments for each increase in average stock price (with
the average calculated over 20 consecutive trading days) equal to one-fifth of
the difference between the option's doubled exercise price and the option
exercise price.
A total of 1,750,000 options to purchase common stock at an exercise price
of $29.25 were authorized under the 1999 Incentive Plan. As of December 31,
1999, 1,400,000 or four-fifths of the options had met the performance criteria.
The difference between the exercise price of the options and the fair market
value of Citadel Communications' common stock, which ranged between $36.50 and
$60.00 per share, at the date the options met the performance criteria has been
recorded as deferred compensation of approximately $27.6 million. The
compensation expense is amortized over the five year vesting period. The Company
recognized compensation expense of approximately $1,503,000 for the year ended
December 31, 1999.
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(12) EXCHANGEABLE PREFERRED STOCK
On July 3, 1997, the Company completed the sale of 1,000,000 shares of
13 1/4% Exchangeable Preferred Stock ("Exchangeable Preferred Stock") for $100.0
million. The Exchangeable Preferred Stock has a liquidation preference of $100
per share, plus accumulated and unpaid dividends. Dividends on the Exchangeable
Preferred Stock accrue at the rate of 13 1/4% per annum and are payable
semi-annually on January 1 and July 1 of each year, commencing January 1, 1998.
On or prior to July 1, 2002, dividends are payable in additional shares of
Exchangeable Preferred Stock having an aggregate liquidation preference equal to
the amount of such dividends, or, at the option of the Company, in cash.
Thereafter, all dividends will be payable only in cash. The Company will be
required to redeem the Exchangeable Preferred Stock on July 1, 2009 (subject to
the legal availability of funds therefore) at a redemption price equal to the
liquidation preference thereof, plus accumulated and unpaid dividends, if any,
to the date of redemption.
On August 2, 1999, the Company redeemed approximately 35% of its issued and
outstanding 13 1/4% exchangeable preferred stock. Total shares redeemed were
approximately 452,000 at a redemption price of $113.25 per share for a total of
approximately $51.2 million. In addition, the Company paid approximately $0.5
million of accrued dividends on the redeemed shares.
The Exchangeable Preferred Stock is presented net of unamortized issuance
costs of approximately $4.4 million and $4.2 million at December 31, 1998 and
1999, respectively. The Exchangeable Preferred Stock includes accrued dividends
at December 31, 1999 of approximately $5.6 million which were paid in 55,621
additional shares of Exchangeable Preferred Stock on January 1, 2000. During
1999, dividends were paid in 75,267 additional shares on January 1, 1999 and
80,253 additional shares on July 1, 1999. At December 31, 1998 and 1999,
1,136,104 and 839,556 shares were issued and outstanding.
The Certificate of Designation for the Exchangeable Preferred Stock
contains certain covenants, which, among other things, restrict the ability of
the Company with respect to: (i) the incurrence of additional debt; (ii)
restricted payments; (iii) issuances and sales of stock of certain subsidiaries;
and (iv) consolidations, mergers or sales of assets. The Company was in
compliance with these covenants at December 31, 1999.
(13) INCOME TAXES
The Company is included in the consolidated tax returns of Citadel
Communications and calculates its tax provision or benefit as though it filed a
separate return. For the year ended December 31, 1997, the Company generated a
net loss for both financial reporting and income tax purposes; therefore, no
current tax provision has been recorded. The income tax benefit in 1997, 1998
and 1999 represents the reversal of deferred tax liabilities established at the
date of acquisition due to differences in the tax bases and the financial
statement carrying amounts of intangibles and fixed assets acquired in
stock-based acquisitions offset by federal alternative minimum tax and state tax
expense. At December 31, 1999, Citadel Communications has net operating loss
carry forwards for federal income tax purposes of approximately $42.2 million,
which begin to expire in 2011.
On June 28, 1996, Citadel Communications underwent an ownership change in
accordance with Section 382 of the Internal Revenue Code. Due to this change,
the net operating losses of Citadel Communications generated prior to the date
of the ownership change is subject to limitation in future years. The
approximate amount of the net operating losses, which are limited at December
31, 1999, is $2.1 million, which may be used in the year 2000.
On June 25, 1999, Citadel Communications underwent an additional ownership
change in accordance with Section 382 of the Internal Revenue Code. However, the
net operating loss limitation exceeded Citadel Communications' net operating
losses and therefore no additional limitation will be imposed on Citadel
Communications' net operating losses.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
The components of the Company's income tax benefit for the year ended
December 31, 1997, 1998 and 1999 are as follows:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1997 1998 1999
----- ------- -------
(IN THOUSANDS)
<S> <C> <C> <C>
Current tax expense:
Federal............................................... $ -- $ 87 $ 143
State................................................. -- 324 803
----- ------- -------
-- 411 946
----- ------- -------
Deferred tax benefit:
Federal............................................... (654) (1,535) (2,204)
State................................................. (116) (271) (389)
----- ------- -------
(770) (1,806) (2,593)
----- ------- -------
Total income tax benefit................................ $(770) $(1,395) $(1,647)
===== ======= =======
</TABLE>
A reconciliation of the Company's income tax benefit as compared to the tax
benefit calculated by applying the federal statutory rate (34%) to the loss from
continuing operations before income taxes for the years ended December 31, 1997,
1998 and 1999 are as follows:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1997 1998 1999
------- ------- -------
(IN THOUSANDS)
<S> <C> <C> <C>
Federal statutory rate applied to the loss from
continuing operations before income taxes............ $(1,856) $(1,818) $(2,142)
State tax, net of federal benefit...................... -- 214 530
Amortization of goodwill............................... 425 778 1,045
Nondeductible meals and entertainment.................. 51 88 78
Effect of the ability to utilize net operating loss
carry forwards....................................... 680 (667) (1,158)
Other.................................................. (70) 10 --
------- ------- -------
$ (770) $(1,395) $(1,647)
======= ======= =======
</TABLE>
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
The tax effects of temporary differences that give rise to significant
portions of the deferred tax assets, liabilities and the valuation allowance are
as follows:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1998 1999
-------- --------
(IN THOUSANDS)
<S> <C> <C>
Deferred tax assets:
Receivables, principally due to allowance for doubtful
accounts.................................................. $ 475 $ 977
Net operating loss carry forwards........................... 9,667 16,871
Accrued liabilities not currently deductible................ 124 354
Unrealized loss on hedging contract......................... 157 --
Intangible assets; differences in book and tax
amortization.............................................. -- 3,043
Compensation related to stock options....................... -- 720
Other....................................................... -- 200
-------- --------
Total deferred tax assets.............................. 10,423 22,165
Valuation allowance......................................... (6,273) (17,798)
-------- --------
Net deferred tax assets................................ 4,150 4,367
-------- --------
Deferred tax liabilities:
Property and equipment, principally due to accelerated
depreciation.............................................. (3,423) (4,367)
Intangible assets; differences in book and tax
amortization.............................................. (727) --
Differences between the tax basis and fair value of
intangibles and fixed assets acquired in stock-based
acquisitions.............................................. (24,844) (45,640)
-------- --------
Total deferred tax liabilities......................... (28,994) (50,007)
-------- --------
Net deferred tax liability.................................. $(24,844) $(45,640)
======== ========
</TABLE>
The valuation allowance has increased (decreased) by approximately $.8
million, $(1.2) million and $11.5 million for the years ended December 31, 1997,
1998 and 1999, respectively. Management has considered certain tax planning
strategies as permitted under SFAS No. 109, "Accounting for Income Taxes."
Management has determined that the tax benefits associated with the recorded
deferred tax assets, net of valuation allowance, are more likely than not
realizable through future taxable income and future reversals of existing
taxable temporary differences.
At December 31, 1999, Citadel Communications has an alternative minimum tax
credit (AMT) carry forward of approximately $126,000. AMT credits are available
to be carried forward indefinitely and may be utilized against regular federal
tax to the extent they do not exceed computed AMT calculations.
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(14) QUARTERLY RESULTS (UNAUDITED)
The following table presents the Company's selected unaudited quarterly
results for eight quarters ended December 31, 1999. The Company believes that
all necessary adjustments have been made to present fairly the related quarterly
results (in thousands except for per share amounts).
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
FIRST SECOND THIRD FOURTH
QUARTER QUARTER QUARTER QUARTER TOTAL
-------- -------- -------- -------- ---------
FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1998
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C>
Net broadcasting revenue(1)......... $ 27,836 $ 34,399 $ 35,437 $ 35,640 $ 133,312
Operating income/(loss)(1).......... (907) 2,982 3,805 5,248 11,128
Net income (loss)................... (5,115) (1,713) 547 2,350 (3,931)
Net loss applicable to common
shares............................ (8,687) (5,200) (3,216) (1,414) (18,517)
Basic and diluted net loss per
common share...................... $(217.18) $(130.00) $ (80.41) $ (35.35) $ (462.93)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1999
Net broadcasting revenue(1)......... $ 31,192 $ 41,286 $ 50,494 $ 55,523 $ 178,495
Operating income/(loss)(1).......... (338) 6,178 6,888 5,969 18,697
Net income (loss)................... (5,181) 673 455 (4,875)(2) (8,928)
Net loss applicable to common
shares............................ (9,194) (3,340) (2,841) (7,656) (23,031)
Basic and diluted net loss per
common share...................... $(229.85) $ (82.93) $ (63.13) $(170.13) $ (540.77)
</TABLE>
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(1) Net broadcasting revenue and operating income/(loss) amounts have been
adjusted for discontinued operations for all quarters presented above.
(2) Represents $1.7 million amortization of deferred compensation, additional
bad debt reserves, accrual of year 2000 estimated losses for discontinued
operations and increased depreciation, amortization and interest expense due
to acquisitions.
(15) SUPPLEMENTAL FINANCIAL INFORMATION
The Company paid cash of approximately $6.7 million, $16.1 million and
$23.1 million for interest and approximately $2,000, $287,000 and $675,000 for
taxes for the years ended December 31, 1997, 1998 and 1999, respectively.
Barter revenue included in gross broadcasting revenue and barter expenses
included in station operating expenses amounted to approximately $7.4 million,
$11.0 million and $18.3 million and $7.1 million, $9.5 million and $11.7 million
for the years ended December 31, 1997, 1998 and 1999, respectively.
A summary of additions and deductions related to the allowance for doubtful
accounts for the years ended December 31, 1997, 1998 and 1999 follows:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
BALANCE AT BALANCE AT
BEGINNING OF END OF
PERIOD ADDITIONS DEDUCTIONS PERIOD
------------ --------- ---------- -------------
(IN THOUSANDS)
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C>
Year ended December 31, 1997................ $ 621 $1,016 $ (828) $ 809
Year ended December 31, 1998................ 809 1,201 (823) 1,187
Year ended December 31, 1999................ 1,187 6,702 (5,446) 2,443
</TABLE>
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
'The following supplemental information is related to the consolidated
statements of cash flows. The Company recorded the following significant
non-cash items for the years ended December 31, 1997, 1998 and 1999:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1997 1998 1999
------- ------- -------
(IN THOUSANDS)
<S> <C> <C> <C>
Difference between tax basis and fair value of intangible
assets and fixed assets acquired in stock-based
acquisitions.............................................. $22,400 $ 3,445 $23,857
======= ======= =======
Dividends for exchangeable preferred stock.................. $ 6,551 $14,586 $14,103
======= ======= =======
Note payable issued for property and equipment.............. $ -- $ 120 $ --
======= ======= =======
Transfer of fixed assets and intangible assets, to assets
held for sale for pending disposition..................... $ -- $25,938 $ --
======= ======= =======
Unrealized loss on hedging contract, net of tax............. $ -- $ 236 $ --
======= ======= =======
Accretion of exchangeable preferred stock issuance costs.... $ 82 $ 180 $ 206
======= ======= =======
</TABLE>
(16) CITADEL COMMUNICATIONS FINANCIAL DATA
The following is summary consolidated financial data for Citadel
Communications and its subsidiary, the Company.
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
DECEMBER 31,
--------------------
1998 1999
-------- --------
(IN THOUSANDS)
<S> <C> <C>
Consolidated Balance Sheets:
Current assets..................................... $168,055 $ 76,154
Property and equipment, net........................ 33,029 68,035
Intangible assets, net............................. 266,446 538,664
Other assets....................................... 4,238 33,760
-------- --------
Total assets............................... $471,768 $716,613
======== ========
Current liabilities.................................. $ 15,055 $ 21,377
Notes payable, less current maturities............... -- 132,000
Senior subordinated notes payable.................... 210,091 210,509
Other liabilities.................................... 25,884 48,156
-------- --------
Total liabilities.......................... 251,030 412,042
Exchangeable preferred stock......................... 116,775 85,362
Shareholders' equity................................. 103,963 219,209
-------- --------
Total liabilities and shareholders'
equity................................... $471,768 $716,613
======== ========
</TABLE>
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
DECEMBER 31,
--------------------
1998 1999
-------- --------
(IN THOUSANDS)
<S> <C> <C>
Consolidated Statements of Operations:
Net broadcasting revenue........................... $133,312 $178,495
Operating income................................... 11,128 18,697
Interest expense................................... 18,126 25,385
Other income, net.................................. (1,651) (388)
-------- --------
Income (loss) before income taxes and discontinued
operations...................................... (5,347) (6,300)
Deferred income tax (benefit)...................... (1,395) (1,647)
-------- --------
Loss from continuing operations.................... (3,952) (4,653)
Income (loss) from discontinued operations, net of
tax............................................. 21 (4,275)
-------- --------
Net loss................................... $ (3,931) $ (8,928)
======== ========
Dividend requirement for exchangeable preferred
stock.............................................. $ 14,586 $ 14,103
======== ========
</TABLE>
(17) CITADEL LICENSE FINANCIAL DATA
The operations of Citadel License, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the
Company, until its merger into the Company on December 28, 1999, included
holding FCC licenses for all stations owned by the Company and the amortization
of these licenses. Citadel License had guaranteed the 1997 Notes and 1998 Notes
(See Note 9). The guarantee was full, unconditional and joint and several. The
separate financial statements of Citadel License have not been presented because
management of the Company has determined they would not be material to
investors. There are no costs or expense of Citadel License that are borne by
the Company. Citadel License was the only subsidiary of the Company. The
financial data for Citadel License has only been presented for 1998 due to its
merger into the Company during 1999.
The following is summary financial data for Citadel License:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
DECEMBER 31, 1998
-----------------
(IN THOUSANDS)
<S> <C>
Balance Sheet:
Assets held for sale................................ $ 9,482
Intangible assets, net (broadcast licenses)......... 150,451
--------
Total assets................................ $159,933
========
Shareholders' equity........................ $159,933
========
Statement of Operations:
Amortization expense................................ 12,036
--------
Net loss.................................... $(12,036)
========
</TABLE>
(18) FAIR VALUE OF FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS
The following summary presents a description of the methodologies and
assumptions used to determine the estimated fair values for the Company's
financial instruments as required by SFAS No. 107, "Disclosures about Fair Value
of Financial Instruments."
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Limitations
Fair value estimates are made at a specific point in time and are based on
relevant market information and information about the financial instrument; they
are subjective in nature and involve uncertainties and matters of judgment and,
therefore, cannot be determined with precision. These estimates do not reflect
any premium or discount that could result from offering for sale at one time the
Company's entire holdings of a particular instrument. Changes in assumptions
could significantly affect these estimates.
Since the fair value is estimated as of December 31, 1999, the amounts that
will actually be realized or paid at settlement or maturity of the instruments
could be significantly different.
Cash Equivalents, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Due From Related
Parties and Accrued Liabilities
The carrying amount is assumed to be the fair value because of the
liquidity or short-term maturity of these instruments.
Senior Subordinated Notes, Note Payable, Exchangeable Preferred Stock and Other
Long-Term Obligations
The fair value of the Company's Senior Subordinated Notes, Exchangeable
Preferred Stock and other long-term obligations approximate the terms in the
marketplace at which they could be replaced. Therefore, the fair value
approximates the carrying value of these financial instruments.
In 1996, the Company entered into an interest rate swap agreement with a
financial institution. The fair value of the interest rate swap as of December
31, 1998 was approximately $(393,000) as determined by the financial
institution, and represents an unrealized loss. The fair value of the interest
rate swap is the estimated amount that the financial institution would receive
or pay to terminate the swap agreement at the reporting date, taking into
account current interest rates and the current creditworthiness of the swap
counterparties. The interest rate swap agreement was terminated on December 10,
1999.
(19) TRANSACTIONS WITH RELATED PARTIES
Leaseback
On December 29, 1995, the Company entered into a sale-leaseback transaction
with an entity controlled by a principal shareholder, officer and director of
Citadel Communications and an officer and director of the Company. The Company
made payments of approximately $207,000, $207,000 and $252,000 in 1997, 1998 and
1999, respectively. This operating lease was terminated effective January 1,
2000.
Noncompetition Agreement
In connection with an acquisition, the Company entered into a
noncompetition agreement with an entity whose president is also a director of
Citadel Communications and the Company. In consideration for such noncompetition
agreement, the Company paid the entity $100,000 in 1997 and 1998. The agreement
expired during 1998.
In connection with an acquisition, the Company entered into a seven-year
noncompetition agreement with a previous owner who subsequently became a
director of Citadel Communications and the Company, which provides for
compensation of $250,000 per year. In consideration for such noncompetition
agreement, the Company paid the individual approximately $83,000 in 1999.
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Transactions with Connect Communications
On October 1, 1999, the Company acquired certain assets and subscriber
agreements of Connect Communications Corporation, an internet service provider
in Arkansas, in exchange for extinguishment of approximately $100,000 in
accounts receivable and certain equipment owned by the Company. The son of a
director of Citadel Communications and the Company, is a director and
shareholder of Connect Communications Corporation.
Connect Communications Corporation also provided telephone service for the
Little Rock, Arkansas market and on a limited basis for eFortress during 1999.
The value of the telephone service provided in 1999 was approximately $124,000.
As of December 31, 1999 Connect Communications Corporation owes the Company
approximately $69,000 for third party telephone charges, which were to be
reimbursed by Connect Communications Corporation.
Corporate Events
During 1998, the Company paid an aggregate of approximately $76,000 in
respect of accommodations and activity costs in connection with corporate events
held at a facility owned by a separate entity, which is controlled by a
principal shareholder, officer and director of Citadel Communications and an
officer and director of the Company.
(20) COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
Liabilities for loss contingencies arising from claims, assessments,
litigation, fines and penalties, or other sources are recorded when it is
probable that a liability has been incurred and the amount of the liability can
be reasonably estimated.
Litigation
The Company is involved in certain legal actions and claims arising in the
ordinary course of business. Management believes that such litigation and claims
will be resolved without a material effect on the Company's financial position.
The Company has received two civil investigative demands ("CIDs") from the
Antitrust Division of the U.S. Department of Justice. One CID addresses the
Company's acquisition of station KRST in Albuquerque, New Mexico and the second
CID addresses the joint sales agreement for stations in Spokane, Washington and
Colorado Springs, Colorado. The Company has provided the requested information
in response to each CID, and at present has been given no indication from the
Department of Justice regarding its intended future actions, for the CID
involving KRST in Albuquerque. On April 28, 1999, the Department of Justice
filed a lawsuit in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia
against the Company and Triathlon Broadcasting Company alleging that they, as a
result of a joint sales agreement, eliminated price competition between their
radio stations in Spokane and Colorado Springs. A proposed Final Judgement, the
terms of which were stipulated by the parties, was also filed with the court on
April 28, 1999. The Final Judgement was filed with the Court on August 26, 1999,
and the investigation was dropped by the Department of Justice. The JSA
involving these stations was terminated on April 30, 1999.
Local Marketing Agreements
At December 31, 1999, the Company has local marketing agreements with
KATG-FM in Reno, Nevada and KWUN-AM in Salt Lake City, UT. The agreements
principally provide for the Company to supply specified programming to the
brokered stations and enable the sales staff of the Company to sell advertising
time on the stations for fixed fees to be paid by the Company, pending its
acquisition by the Company. The Company's
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
consolidated financial statements include the broadcasting revenue and station
operating expenses of the brokered stations. The fees paid under local marketing
agreements amounted to approximately $1.9 million, $.8 million and $.3 million
for the years ended December 31, 1997, 1998 and 1999, respectively.
Joint Sales Agreements (JSA)
On January 15, 1996, the Company entered into a joint sales agreement to
sell advertising for radio stations KEYF-AM/FM, KUDY-AM and KKZX-FM, in Spokane,
Washington and radio stations KVOR-AM, KSPZ-FM, KTWK-AM and KVUU-FM in Colorado
Springs, Colorado. As stated in the JSA, the JSA revenue is calculated as 60% of
the broadcast cash flows of these radio stations and all Company owned radio
stations in these markets, with the exception of KKLI-FM in Colorado Springs
which is not included in the JSA calculation. The JSA was terminated on April
30, 1999.
On July 3, 1997, the Company acquired all of the issued and outstanding
capital stock of Tele-Media Broadcasting Company ("Tele-Media"). As a result of
this acquisition, the Company assumed a Tele-Media JSA for radio station WKQV-AM
in Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, Pennsylvania. As stated in the JSA, JSA revenue is
calculated as the sum of (i) a base monthly payment of $5,000, and (ii) an
additional monthly fee ranging from 5% to 8% of revenues (as defined in the JSA)
based on monthly revenues of WKQV-AM and of its simulcast station, WARM-AM. The
JSA was terminated on December 31, 1999.
LEASE COMMITMENTS
The Company leases certain tower sites, transmitters and equipment,
automobiles, office equipment and an airplane. The following is a schedule by
year of future minimum rental payments required under operating leases that have
an initial or remaining noncancelable lease term in excess of one year as of
December 31, 1999:
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2000....................................................... $ 3,753
2001....................................................... 3,508
2002....................................................... 3,244
2003....................................................... 2,993
2004....................................................... 2,575
Thereafter................................................. 4,005
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$ 20,078
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Total rental expense was approximately $2.0 million, $2.7 million and $3.5
million for the years ended December 31, 1997, 1998 and 1999, respectively.
Defined Contribution Plan
The Company has a defined contribution 401(k) plan for all employees who
are at least 21 years of age and have worked at least 1,000 hours in the year.
Under the 401(k) plan, employees can contribute up to 20% of their compensation,
subject to the maximum contribution allowed by the Internal Revenue Code.
Participants vest immediately in their contributions. The Company may make
discretionary contributions as approved by the Board of Directors. Participants'
rights to amounts contributed by the Company vest on a graded schedule over a
five-year period. During 1997, 1998 and 1999 the Company contributed $299,000,
$448,000 and $532,000, respectively, which represented a two percent matching of
employee contributions to the 401(k) plan.
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CITADEL BROADCASTING COMPANY
AND SUBSIDIARY
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
(21) SUBSEQUENT EVENTS
On January 23, 2000, the Company entered into a stock purchase agreement
with Bloomington Broadcasting Holdings, Inc. and its stockholders to purchase
all of the issued and outstanding capital stock of Bloomington Broadcasting
Holdings for the aggregate purchase price of approximately $176.0 million in
cash. This amount includes repayment of indebtedness of Bloomington Broadcasting
Holdings that may be outstanding at the time of closing and a deferred
obligation relating to a recent radio station purchase by Bloomington
Broadcasting Holdings. Through its subsidiaries, Bloomington Broadcasting
Holdings is expected to own and operate at closing thirteen FM and seven AM
radio stations serving the Grand Rapids, Michigan; Columbia, South Carolina;
Chattanooga, Tennessee; Johnson City/Kingsport/Bristol, Tennessee; and
Bloomington, Illinois markets.
On January 31, 2000, the Company entered into an asset purchase agreement
to acquire one FM radio station and one AM radio station serving the Worcester,
Massachusetts market for the purchase price of approximately $0.9 million.
On February 10, 2000, the Company acquired radio station WXLO-FM in
Worcester, MA and entered into a local marketing agreement, pending acquisition,
with radio station WORC-FM, also in Worcester. The purchase price for WXLO-FM
was $21.0 million and the Company deposited into escrow the purchase price of
$3.5 million for WORC-FM. The acquisitions will be accounted for using the
purchase method of accounting.
On February 10, 2000, the Company's credit facility was amended and
restated, increasing the total commitment from $400.0 million to $500.0 million.
The $100.0 million increase was allocated $75.0 million to the revolving loans
and $25.0 million to the term loans.
On February 11, 2000, Citadel Communications completed an offering of
4,750,000 shares of its common stock at a price of $51.50 per share. The
proceeds to Citadel Communications from the offering, net of underwriting
discounts and commissions, were approximately $234.8 million. The proceeds were
contributed by Citadel Communications to the Company, a portion thereof was used
to repay a portion of the indebtedness under the Company's credit facility and
the remainder will be used to fund pending acquisitions.
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EXHIBIT INDEX
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NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF EXHIBIT(1)
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2.1 Asset Purchase Agreement dated October 27, 1999 by and
between Citadel Broadcasting Company and Broadcasting
Partners Holdings, L.P. (incorporated by reference to
Exhibit 2.1 to Citadel Communications Corporation's
Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended
September 30, 1999).
2.2 Stock Purchase Agreement dated April 30, 1999 by and between
Robert F Fuller and Citadel Broadcasting Company
(incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2.1 to Citadel
Broadcasting Company's Current Report on Form 8-K filed on
September 14, 1999).
2.3 Stock Purchase Agreement dated April 30, 1999 by and between
Joseph N Jeffrey, Jr. and Citadel Broadcasting Company
(incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2.2 to Citadel
Broadcasting Company's Current Report on Form 8-K filed on
September 14, 1999).
2.4 Asset Purchase Agreement dated December 3, 1999 by and among
Liggett Broadcast, Inc., Rainbow Radio, LLC, New Tower,
Inc., LLJ Realty, LLC, Robert G. Liggett, Jr., Citadel
Communications Corporation, Citadel Broadcasting Company and
Citadel License, Inc. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit
2.4 to Citadel Communications Corporation's Current Report
on Form 8-K filed on December 10, 1999).
2.5 Purchase Agreement dated August 23, 1999 by and among Cat
Communications, Inc., Desert Communications III, Inc. and
Citadel Broadcasting Company (incorporated by reference to
Exhibit 2.1 to Citadel Communications Corporation's Current
Report on Form 8-K filed January 6, 2000).
2.6 Amendment to Purchase Agreement dated December 22, 1999 by
and among Cat Communications, Inc., Desert Communications
III, Inc. and Citadel Broadcasting Company (incorporated by
reference to Exhibit 2.2 to Citadel Communications
Corporation's Current Report on Form 8-K filed January 6,
2000).
2.7 Stock Purchase Agreement dated January 23, 2000 by and among
Bloomington Broadcasting Holdings, Inc., the stockholders of
Bloomington Broadcasting Holdings, Inc. and Citadel
Broadcasting Company.
3(i)(a) Restated Articles of Incorporation of Citadel Broadcasting
Company (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3(i)(a) to
Citadel Broadcasting Company's Registration Statement No.
333-36771 on Form S-4).
3(i)(b) Amendment to Certificate of the Designations, Voting Powers,
Preferences and Relative, Participating, Optional and Other
Special Rights and Qualifications, Limitations or
Restrictions of the 13% Series A Exchangeable Preferred
Stock and the 13% Series B Exchangeable Preferred Stock of
Citadel Broadcasting Company (incorporated by reference to
Exhibit 3(i)(b) to Citadel Broadcasting Company's
Registration Statement No. 333-36771 on Form S-4).
3(ii) Bylaws of Citadel Broadcasting Company, as amended
(incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3(ii)(a) to Citadel
Broadcasting Company's Registration Statement No. 333-36771
on Form S-4).
4.1 Indenture dated as of July 1, 1997 among Citadel
Broadcasting Company, Citadel License, Inc. and The of New
York, as Trustee, with the forms of 10 1/4% Senior
Subordinated Notes due 2007 and 10 1/4% Series B Senior
Subordinated Notes due 2007 included therein (incorporated
by reference to Exhibit 4.1 to Citadel Broadcasting
Company's Registration Statement No 333-36771 on Form S-4).
4.2 Indenture dated as of July 1, 1997 among Citadel
Broadcasting Company, Citadel License, Inc. and The Bank of
New York, as Trustee, with the forms of 13 1/4% Exchange
Debentures due 2009 and 13 1/4% Series B Exchange Debentures
due 2009 included therein (incorporated by reference to
Exhibit 4.2 to Citadel Broadcasting Company's Registration
Statement No. 333-36771 on Form S-4).
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4.3 Amendment to Certificate of the Designations, Voting Powers
Preferences and Relative, Participating, Optional and Other
Special Rights and Qualifications, Limitations or
Restrictions of the 13 1/4% Series A Exchangeable Preferred
Stock and the 13 1/4% Series B Exchangeable Preferred Stock
of Citadel Broadcasting Company (incorporated by reference
to Exhibit 3(i)(b) to Citadel Broadcasting Company's
Registration Statement No. 333-36771 on Form S-4).
4.4 Indenture dated as of November 19, 1998 among Citadel
Broadcasting Company, Citadel License, Inc. and The Bank of
New York, as Trustee, with the form of 9 1/4% Senior
Subordinated Notes due 2008 included therein (incorporated
by reference to Exhibit 4.1 to Citadel Communications
Corporation's Current Report on Form 8-K filed November 30,
1998).
4.5 Global Assignment Agreement dated as of February 10, 2000
among Citadel Broadcasting Company, Citadel Communications
Corporation, Credit Suisse First Boston, as Administrative
Agent, Collateral Agent and Issuing Bank, and the lenders
named therein (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.5 to
Citadel Communications Corporation's Annual Report on Form
10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 1999).
4.6 Amended and Restated Credit Agreement dated as of February
10, 2000 among Citadel Broadcasting Company, Citadel
Communications Corporation, Credit Suisse First Boston, as
lead Arranger, Administrative Agent and Collateral Agent,
FINOVA Capital Corporation, as Syndication Agent, First
Union National Bank and Fleet National Bank, as
Co-Documentation Agents, and the lenders named therein
(incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.6 to Citadel
Communications Corporation's Annual Report on Form 10-K for
the fiscal year ended December 31, 1999).
9 Amended and Restated Voting Trust Agreement dated as of
October 15, 1997 among Citadel Communications Corporation,
ABRY Broadcast Partners II, L.P., ABRY/Citadel Investment
Partners, L.P., Harlan Levy as Trustee, and J. Walter
Corcoran and Christopher Hall (incorporated by reference to
Exhibit 9 to Citadel Broadcasting Company's Registration
Statement No. 333-36771 on Form S-4).
10.1 * Employment Agreement dated as of June 28, 1996 among
Lawrence R. Wilson, Citadel Broadcasting Company and Citadel
Communications Corporation (incorporated by reference to
Exhibit 10.1 to Citadel Broadcasting Company's Registration
Statement No. 333-36771 on Form S-4).
10.2 * Citadel Communications Corporation 1996 Equity Incentive
Plan, as amended (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.2
to Citadel Broadcasting Company's Registration Statement No.
333-36771 on Form S-4).
10.3 * Citadel Communications Corporation Nonqualified Stock Option
Agreement made and entered into as of June 28, 1996 between
Citadel Communications Corporation and Lawrence R. Wilson
(incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.3 to Citadel
Broadcasting Company's Registration Statement No. 333-36771
on Form S-4).
10.4 * Form of Citadel Communications Corporation Stock Option
Agreement for grants effective as of December 21, 1994
(incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.4 to Citadel
Broadcasting Company's Registration Statement No 333-36771
on Form S-4).
10.5 * Form of Citadel Communications Corporation Stock Option
Agreement for grants effective as of February 21, 1994
(incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.5 to Citadel
Broadcasting Company's Registration Statement No 333-36771
on Form S-4).
10.6 * Form of Citadel Communications Corporation Stock Option
Agreement for grants effective as of January 1, 1996
(incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.26 to Citadel
Broadcasting Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the
fiscal year ended December 31, 1997).
10.7 * Citadel Communications Corporation 1999 Long-Term Incentive
Plan (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.33 to
Amendment No. 2 to Citadel Communications Corporation's
Registration Statement No. 333-79277 on Form S-1).
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10.8 National Radio Sales Representation Agreement dated October
1, 1998 between McGavren Guild Radio, Inc. and Citadel
Broadcasting Company (incorporated by reference to Exhibit
10.35 to Amendment No. 2 to Citadel Communications
Corporation's Registration Statement No. 333-79277 on Form
S-1).
10.9 Consulting Agreement dated August 31, 1999 by and between
Robert F Fuller and Citadel Broadcasting Company
(incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.15 to Citadel
Communications Corporation's Annual Report on Form 10-K for
the fiscal year ended December 31, 1999).
10.10 Asset Purchase Agreement dated November 23, 1998 by and
among Wicks Broadcast Group Limited Partnership, WBG License
Co., L.L.C., Butternut Broadcasting Company, Inc., WBG
Binghamton License Co., Inc. and Citadel Broadcasting
Company (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2.1 to Citadel
Broadcasting Company's Amendment No. 1 to Current Report on
Form 8-K/A filed December 16, 1998).
23.1 Consent of KPMG LLP.
27 Financial Data Schedule.
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* Management contract or management compensatory plan or arrangement.
(1) In the case of incorporation by reference to documents filed by the
Registrant under the Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the Registrant's file
number under such Act is 333-36771.
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Exhibit 2.7
STOCK PURCHASE AGREEMENT
THIS STOCK PURCHASE AGREEMENT ("Agreement"), made as of the 23rd day of
January, 2000, by and among (i) BLOOMINGTON BROADCASTING HOLDINGS, INC., a
Delaware corporation ("BBH"); (ii) the Persons listed on Schedule 1 hereto
(collectively, the "Stockholders"); and (iii) CITADEL BROADCASTING COMPANY, a
Nevada corporation ("Citadel").
RECITALS:
A. The Company (as herein defined) is the licensee of and owns and
operates 19 radio stations serving the Grand Rapids, Michigan market (four
stations), the Columbia, South Carolina market (four stations), the Johnson
City-Kingsport-Bristol, Tennessee market (four stations), the Chattanooga,
Tennessee market (four stations), and the Bloomington, Illinois market (three
stations), as more particularly identified on Schedule 2 hereto (collectively,
the "Stations"), and has agreed to acquire one additional station in the Johnson
City-Kingsport-Bristol, Tennessee market.
B. The Stockholders own all of the issued and outstanding shares of
capital stock of BBH.
C. Citadel desires to purchase from the Stockholders, and the
Stockholders desire to sell to Citadel, all of the Stockholders' shares of
capital stock of BBH, on the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, for good and valuable consideration, the receipt and
sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, the parties agree as follows:
SECTION 1
DEFINITIONS
The following terms when used in this Agreement shall have the meanings
assigned to them below:
"Accounts Receivable" means the accounts receivable of the Company,
exclusive of Trade Receivables, existing as of the Closing.
"Act" means the Communications Act of 1934, as amended.
"Affiliate" of any Person means any other Person (a) that directly or
indirectly controls, is controlled by, or is under direct or indirect common
control with, the first Person, or (b) any
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interests of which are owned, in whole or in part, directly or indirectly, by
the first Person. For purposes of this definition, the term "control" (including
the correlative meanings of the terms "controls," "controlled by," and "under
direct or indirect control with"), as used with respect to any Person, shall
mean the possession, directly or indirectly, of the power to direct or cause the
direction of the management policies of the Person, whether through the
ownership of voting securities or by contract or otherwise.
"Assets" means all of the property of every kind or nature of the
Company, including without limitation the Real Property, the Real Property
Leases, the Intellectual Property, the Personal Property, the Trade Receivables,
the Accounts Receivable and the Cash, and all books, records and accounts of the
Company.
"BBC" means Bloomington Broadcasting Corporation, a Delaware
corporation.
"BBH Common Stock" means common stock, par value $0.01 per share, of
BBH.
"BBH Preferred Stock" means the Series A Convertible Participating
Preferred Stock, par value $0.01 per share, of BBH.
"Broker" means First Union Securities, Inc.
"Business" means the business in which the Company is engaged as of the
date hereof.
"Cash" means the cash and cash equivalents of the Company existing as
of the Closing.
"Chattanooga Sub" means Radio Chattanooga, Inc., a Tennessee
corporation.
"Citadel's Disclosure Schedule" means Schedule 3 to this Agreement.
"Closing" means the consummation of the transactions contemplated by
this Agreement in accordance with the provisions of Section 11.
"Closing Certificate" means the certificate of the Company dated the
Closing Date and delivered to Citadel, which sets forth a true and correct
calculation, including supporting documentation, of (i) the Net Working Capital,
(ii) the Indebtedness for Borrowed Money of the Company as of the Closing and
(iii) the WODJ Amount.
"Closing Date" has the meaning specified in Section 11.1.
"Code" means the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended.
"Columbia Sub" means Radio South Carolina, Inc., a South Carolina
corporation.
"Company" means, collectively, BBH, BBC and the Operating Subsidiaries,
taken as a whole.
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"Company's Disclosure Schedule" means Schedule 4 to this Agreement.
"Company's Disclosure Supplement" has the meaning specified in
Section 15.3.
"Confidential Information" has the meaning specified in Section 10.7.
"Contracts" means all (a) contracts, agreements, licenses, leases,
arrangements and other documents to which the Company is a party or by which the
Company or the assets of the Company are bound (including, in the case of loan
agreements, a description of the amounts of any outstanding borrowings
thereunder and the collateral, if any, for such borrowings) creating an
obligation of $15,000 or more on an individual basis; (b) uncompleted orders for
the purchase by the Company of materials, supplies, equipment and services
existing as of the date hereof and with respect to which the remaining
obligation of the Company is $15,000 or more on an individual basis; and (c)
contingent contractual obligations and liabilities of the Company known to the
Company existing as of the date hereof and constituting an obligation of $15,000
or more on an individual basis; provided, however, that for purposes of the
first and last sentences of Section 3.16, all references in this definition to
$15,000 shall be changed to $50,000.
"Credit Agreement" means that certain Credit Agreement dated as of June
30, 1998 by and among BBC, First Union National Bank, as Administrative Agent,
Fleet National Bank, as Documentation Agent, and the lenders party thereto, as
modified, amended or supplemented from time to time.
"Damages" has the meaning specified in Section 14.1.
"Draw Condition" has the meaning specified in Section 15.2(a).
"Environmental Claims" means and includes, without limitation: (a)
claims, demands, suits, and causes of action for personal injury or lost use of
property, to the extent any of the foregoing arise out of Environmental
Conditions; (b) claims for damages to natural resources; (c) claims for the
recovery of response costs, or administrative or judicial orders directing the
performance of investigations, response or remedial actions under CERCLA, RCRA
or other Environmental Laws; (d) a requirement to implement "corrective action"
pursuant to any order or permit issued pursuant to RCRA; (e) claims for
restitution, contribution or equitable indemnity from third parties or any
governmental agency pursuant to Environmental Laws; (f) fines, penalties or
Liens against property under any Environmental Laws; and (g) claims for
injunctive relief or other orders or notices of violation from Governmental
Authorities with respect to Environmental Conditions.
"Environmental Conditions" means conditions of the environment,
including natural resources (including flora and fauna), soil, surface water,
ground water, any present drinking water supply, subsurface strata or the
ambient air, relating to or arising out of the use, handling, storage,
treatment, recycling, generation, transportation, release, spilling, leaking,
pumping, pouring, emptying, discharging, injecting, escaping, leaching,
disposal, dumping, or threatened release of Hazardous Materials by the Company
or by a Person for whom the Company shall be liable pursuant to applicable laws.
With respect to claims by current or former employees of the
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Company, Environmental Conditions also includes the exposure of Persons to
Hazardous Materials within work places on any real estate owned or occupied by
the Company.
"Environmental Laws" has the meaning specified in the definition of
Hazardous Materials.
"Environmental Noncompliance" means, but is not limited to: (a) the
release or threatened release as a result of the activities of a Person of any
Hazardous Materials into the environment, any storm drain, sewer, septic system
or publicly owned treatment works, in violation of any effluent emission
limitations, standards or other criteria established by any Environmental Law;
(b) any facility or operations which do not conform to the requirements of
applicable Environmental Laws; and (c) any condition noted in any environmental
site assessments, studies, tests or reports performed for the Real Property or
Leaseholds which is concluded therein to create or cause to exist a recognized
environmental condition or to pose an environmental risk.
"ERISA" means the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, as
amended.
"Equity Percentage Letter" has the meaning specified in Section 2.2.
"FCC" means the Federal Communications Commission.
"FCC Applications" has the meaning specified in Section 10.1.
"FCC Approval" has the meaning specified in Section 10.1.
"FCC Licenses" means the main station license for each Station,
together with each of the other consents, rights, licenses, permits and other
authorizations issued by the FCC and held by the Company in connection with, or
pertaining to, the conduct of the business and operation of the Stations,
together with any renewals and extensions thereof and any applications therefor
pending on the Closing Date, and any and all applications made by the Company
for such consents, rights, licenses, permits and other authorizations.
"Final Order" means a written action or order issued by the FCC or its
staff setting forth the FCC Approval (or a denial thereof), (a) which action or
order has not been vacated, reversed, stayed, enjoined, set aside, annulled or
suspended, and (b) with respect to which action or order (i) no requests have
been filed and are pending for administrative or judicial review, rehearing,
reconsideration, appeal or stay, and the time period for filing any such
requests and for the FCC to set aside the action on its own motion under the
provisions of the Act or the rules, regulations and policies of the FCC has
expired, or (ii) in the event of review, reconsideration or appeal, the time for
further review, reconsideration or appeal has expired.
"GAAP" means generally accepted accounting principles in effect in the
United States of America from time to time applied on a consistent basis during
the periods involved.
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"Governmental Authority" means any government, whether federal, state
or local, or any other political subdivision thereof, or any agency, tribunal or
instrumentality of any such governmental or political subdivision, or any other
Person exercising executive, legislative, judicial, regulatory or administrative
functions of or pertaining to government.
"Grand Rapids Sub" means Michigan Media, Inc., a Michigan corporation.
"Hazardous Materials" means hazardous wastes, hazardous substances,
hazardous constituent or toxic substances, whether solids, liquids or gases,
including but not limited to substances defined as "PCBs," "hazardous wastes,"
"hazardous substances," "toxic substances," "pollutants," "contaminants,"
"radioactive materials," "petroleum," or otherwise subject to regulation under,
the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act of
1980, as amended by the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986
("CERCLA"), 42 U.S.C. Section 9601 et seq.; the Toxic Substance Control Act
("TSCA"), 15 U.S.C. Section 2601 et seq.; the Resource Conservation and Recovery
Act ("RCRA"), 42 U.S.C. Section 9601; the Clean Water Act ("CWA"), 33 U.S.C.
Section 1251 et seq.; the Safe Drinking Water Act, 42 U.S.C. Section 300f et
seq.; the Clean Air Act ("CAA"), 42 U.S.C. Section 7401 et seq.; or any similar
state law; and in the rules, regulations or ordinances adopted pursuant to the
preceding laws or other similar laws, regulations, rules or ordinances now in
effect (collectively, the "Environmental Laws").
"HSR Act" means the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of
1976, as amended from time to time.
"HSR Filing" has the meaning specified in Section 10.6.
"Indebtedness for Borrowed Money" means, without duplication, (a) all
indebtedness of a Person in respect of money borrowed (including without
limitation indebtedness which represents the unpaid amount of the purchase price
of any property), (b) all indebtedness of a Person evidenced by a promissory
note, bond or similar written obligation to pay money, (c) all indebtedness
guaranteed by a Person or for which a Person is contingently liable, including,
without limitation, guaranties in the form of an agreement to repurchase or
reimburse, and any commitment by which any such Person assures a creditor
against loss, including contingent reimbursement obligations with respect to
letters of credit, and (d) all monetary obligations of a Person under any lease
or similar arrangement, which obligations would be classified and accounted for
as capital obligations on a balance sheet of such Person under GAAP.
"Indemnitee" has the meaning specified in Section 14.3.
"Indemnitor" has the meaning specified in Section 14.3.
"Intellectual Property" means the call letters of each Station and all
of the copyrights, service marks, trademarks, trade names, patents and other
similar rights, including applications and registrations therefor, in which the
Company has any right, title or interest.
"Interim Balance Sheet" has the meaning specified in Section 3.10.
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"Knowledge of the Company", or words of similar meaning, means the
actual knowledge of Kenneth H. Maness, Richard D. Johnson and the Stations'
general managers.
"Leaseholds" has the meaning specified in Section 3.15(e).
"Letter of Credit" has the meaning specified in Section 2.3.
"Lien" means any mortgage, pledge, hypothecation, assignment,
encumbrance, claim, easement, transfer restriction, lien (statutory or
otherwise) or security interest of any kind or nature whatsoever.
"Mandatory Consents" has the meaning specified in Section 6.12.
"Markets" means, collectively, the Grand Rapids, Michigan market, the
Columbia, South Carolina market, the Johnson City-Kingsport-Bristol, Tennessee
market, the Chattanooga, Tennessee market and the Bloomington, Illinois market.
"Material Adverse Effect" means any material adverse effect on the
business, assets, properties, liabilities, results of operations or financial
condition of the Company.
"Net Working Capital" means the current assets of the Company
(including without limitation Accounts Receivable, prepaid expenses and other
current assets, but excluding Cash and Trade Receivables) as of the Closing Date
minus the current liabilities of the Company (including without limitation
accounts payable and accrued liabilities, but excluding Trade Liabilities and
the current portion of, and accrued interest on, Indebtedness for Borrowed
Money) as of the Closing Date, determined in accordance with GAAP.
"Net Working Capital Shortfall" means the amount, if any, by which
$3,000,000 exceeds Net Working Capital.
"Obligations" means, without duplication, all (a) Indebtedness for
Borrowed Money, (b) accrued Taxes, accounts payable, accrued liabilities and all
other liabilities and obligations of the type normally required by GAAP to be
reflected on a balance sheet, (c) commitments by which a Person assures a
creditor against loss, including the face amount of all letters of credit and,
without duplication, all drafts drawn thereunder, (d) obligations guaranteed in
any manner by a Person, (e) obligations under capitalized leases in respect of
which obligations a Person is liable, contingently or otherwise, as obligor,
guarantor or otherwise, or in respect of which obligations such Person assures a
creditor against loss, (f) obligations under acceptance facilities, (g)
obligations secured by a Lien on property of a Person, (h) obligations under
interest rate or currency exchange or swap agreements, (i) unsatisfied
obligations for "withdrawal liability" to a "multiemployer plan" as such terms
are defined under ERISA, (j) indebtedness issued or obligation incurred in
substitution or exchange for any Obligations, (k) costs or expenses incurred by
a Person of any nature, whether or not currently payable, and (l) other
liabilities or obligations of a Person, in each of the foregoing instances
whether absolute or contingent, known or unknown, and whether or not normally
required by GAAP to be reflected on a balance sheet.
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"Operating Subsidiaries" means, collectively, the Chattanooga Sub, the
Columbia Sub, the Grand Rapids Sub, the Tri-Cities Sub and the Twin Cities Sub.
"Pending Acquisition" has the meaning specified in Section 10.10.
"Permits" means all FCC Licenses applicable to the Stations, and all
other permits, licenses, approvals, franchises, notices and authorizations
applicable to the Stations issued by any Governmental Authorities.
"Permitted Encumbrances" means (a) Liens in favor of the Senior Lenders
which secure the Senior Debt; (b) Liens for Taxes, assessments or governmental
charges, or landlords' mechanics', workmen's, materialmen's or similar Liens, in
each case that are not delinquent or which are being contested in good faith;
and (c) with respect to the Real Property, those certain title exceptions which
do not or could not, individually or in the aggregate, interfere with the
current use of the Real Property in any material respect.
"Person" means an individual, corporation, partnership, joint venture,
joint stock company, association, trust, business trust, unincorporated
organization, Governmental Authority, or any other entity of whatever nature.
"Personal Property" means all of the tangible personal property,
improvements and fixtures of every kind of the Company.
"Pre-Closing Damages" has the meaning specified in Section 15.3.
"Purchase Price" has the meaning specified in Section 2.2.
"Real Property" means all of the right, title and interest of the
Company in and to real property owned by the Company.
"Real Property Leases" means all of the leasehold interests of the
Company pursuant to real property leases.
"Recipient" has the meaning specified in Section 10.7.
"Senior Debt" means the Company's Indebtedness for Borrowed Money under
the Credit Agreement.
"Senior Lenders" means the lenders under the Credit Agreement.
"Shares" has the meaning specified in Section 2.1.
"Stations" has the meaning set forth in the recitals to this Agreement.
"Stockholder Documents" means, collectively, (a) that certain
Shareholders Agreement dated June 30, 1998 among BBH and the Stockholders, (b)
that certain Bloomington
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Broadcasting Holdings, Inc. 1998 Stock Option and Grant Plan and (c) those six
certain Restricted Stock Purchase Agreements dated June 30, 1998 between BBH and
each of Kenneth H. Maness, Richard D. Johnson, William L. McElveen, Dan Brown,
Donald Raines and Barclay A. Brandmiller.
"Stockholder Rep" means Media/Communications Partners III Limited
Partnership, as representative of the Stockholders.
"Subordinated Debt" means the Company's Indebtedness for Borrowed Money
to the Stockholders.
"Supplemental Financial Statements" has the meaning specified in
Section 6.9.
"Taxes" means all taxes, charges, fees, levies, or other assessments,
including income, gross receipts, excise, property, sales, transfer, license,
payroll and franchise taxes, and any taxes required by law to be withheld, which
taxes are imposed by any Governmental Authority; and such term shall include any
interest, penalties, or additions to tax attributable to such assessments.
"Threshold" has the meaning specified in Section 14.5(a).
"Trade Agreements" means and includes those agreements entered into by
the Company for the sale of advertising time on the Stations for consideration
other than cash, which agreements are in effect as of the Closing.
"Trade Liabilities" means the fair market value of the Company's
liability as of the Closing for unperformed time under the Trade Agreements.
"Trade Receivables" means the fair market value of goods and services
to be received by the Company after the Closing under the Trade Agreements.
"Tri-Cities Sub" means Tri-Cities Radio Corp., a Tennessee corporation.
"Twin Cities Sub" means Twin Cities Broadcasting Corp., an Illinois
corporation.
"WGOC" has the meaning specified in Section 10.10.
"WGOC Agreement" has the meaning specified in Section 10.10.
"WGOC Owner" has the meaning specified in Section 10.10.
"WGOC TBA" has the meaning specified in Section 10.10.
"WODJ Amount" means, to the extent not paid prior to the Closing by the
Company, all liabilities and obligations of the Company pursuant to that certain
Option Agreement between
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BBC and Clear Channel Communications, Inc. relating to the Company's acquisition
of substantially all of the assets of WODJ-FM licensed to Greenville, Michigan.
SECTION 2
PURCHASE AND SALE OF SHARES; PURCHASE PRICE
2.1 Purchase and Sale of Shares. Subject to the terms and
conditions of this Agreement, and on the basis of the representations,
warranties, covenants and agreements contained in this Agreement, at the
Closing, each Stockholder agrees to sell, assign and convey to Citadel, and
Citadel agrees to purchase, acquire and accept from each Stockholder, the number
of shares of BBH Common Stock and BBH Preferred Stock owned by such Stockholder
as set forth on Schedule 1 hereto (collectively, the "Shares").
2.2 Purchase Price. The aggregate purchase price to be paid to the
Stockholders for the purchase of the Shares shall be $175,000,000, plus, if the
Pending Acquisition is consummated prior to the Closing Date, the lesser of (x)
$850,000 or (y) the purchase price actually paid by the Company to consummate
the Pending Acquisition, minus (i) the aggregate amount of Indebtedness for
Borrowed Money of the Company as of the Closing Date (including without
limitation Senior Debt, Subordinated Debt and any prepayment penalty or premium
payable with respect thereto), (ii) the Net Working Capital Shortfall and (iii)
the WODJ Amount (such net amount, the "Purchase Price"). The Purchase Price
shall be paid at the Closing as follows: (a) $2,000,000 of the Purchase Price
shall be delivered to the Stockholder Rep (for the purpose of the payment of
professional fees and other costs and expenses incurred by the Stockholders in
connection with the transactions contemplated hereby), on behalf of the
Stockholders, in cash or by wire transfer of immediately available funds to an
account designated by the Stockholder Rep in writing to Citadel at least three
days prior to the Closing Date, and (b) the remainder of the Purchase Price
shall be paid to the Stockholders, in accordance with their percentage ownership
of BBH as of the Closing Date as set forth in the Equity Percentage Letter, in
cash or by wire transfer of immediately available funds to the respective
accounts designated by the Stockholders in writing to Citadel at least three
days prior to the Closing Date. Not later than the date which is three days
prior to the Closing Date, the Stockholder Rep shall deliver to Citadel a letter
(the "Equity Purchase Letter") setting forth each Stockholder's ownership
percentage of BBH. In the event that the Stockholder Rep fails to deliver such
letter, Citadel shall pay the Purchase Price to an account designated by the
Stockholder Rep, and the Stockholder Rep shall be solely responsible for the
delivery of the Purchase Price to the Stockholders. The Stockholders hereby (x)
irrevocably appoint the Stockholder Rep as their representative for purposes of
receiving the payment described in clause (a) of third preceding sentence and
(y) acknowledge and agree that, upon payment of the Purchase Price as described
herein, Citadel shall have no further obligation to the Stockholders in respect
of the payment of the Purchase Price.
2.3 Letter of Credit. Simultaneously with the execution of this
Agreement, Citadel shall deliver to BBH an irrevocable letter of credit in favor
of BBH, issued by Credit Suisse First Boston, in the amount of $15,000,000 which
shall be in the form attached as Exhibit A hereto (the "Letter of Credit"). The
Letter of Credit shall provide that the issuing bank shall make
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payment on the Letter of Credit upon such bank's receipt of a joint certificate
from the Chief Executive Officer of Citadel and from the President of BBH
certifying that a Draw Condition has occurred. At the Closing, BBH shall return
the original Letter of Credit to Citadel for cancellation.
SECTION 3
REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES OF BBH
In connection with the purchase and sale of the Shares and in order to
induce Citadel to enter into and consummate the transactions contemplated by
this Agreement, BBH makes the representations and warranties set forth in this
Section 3 to Citadel, as of the date of this Agreement and as of the Closing
Date (except for representations and warranties expressly and specifically
relating to a time or times other than the date hereof or thereof, which shall
be made as of the specified time or times). For purposes of this Agreement, to
the extent that any disclosure made by the Company would be required to be made
in more than one section of Company's Disclosure Schedule, such disclosure may
be made by a cross-reference to information set forth in any other sections of
Company's Disclosure Schedule.
3.1 BBH.
(a) Organization and Qualification; Authority. BBH is a
corporation duly organized, validly existing and in good standing under the laws
of the State of Delaware and has full power and authority to own its assets and
properties and to conduct the Business. BBH is qualified to do business as a
foreign corporation in, and is in good standing under the laws of, the State of
Illinois and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and is not required to be
qualified to do business as a foreign corporation in any other state. BBH has
full power, authority and legal right and all necessary approvals, permits,
licenses and authorizations to own its properties and to conduct the Business as
currently conducted.
(b) Capitalization. The authorized capital stock of BBH
consists solely of (i) 300,000 shares of BBH Common Stock, of which 11,477.40
shares are issued and outstanding and all of which are owned, beneficially and
of record, by the Stockholders as set forth on Schedule 1 hereto, (ii) 300,000
shares of BBH Preferred Stock, of which 109,890 shares are issued and
outstanding and all of which are owned, beneficially and of record, by the
Stockholders as set forth on Schedule 1 hereto, (iii) 400,000 shares of Series B
Redeemable Preferred Stock, par value $0.01 per share, of which no shares are
issued and outstanding, and (iv) 1,000,000 shares of undesignated preferred
stock, par value $0.01 per share, of which no shares are issued and outstanding.
The issued and outstanding shares of BBH Common Stock and BBH Preferred Stock
have been duly authorized and validly issued, and are fully paid and
nonassessable. Other than the BBH Preferred Stock, BBH does not have outstanding
any options, warrants, stock or other securities convertible or exchangeable for
any stock or other securities of BBH.
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(c) Repurchase and Other Obligations. Except as set forth in
Section 3.1 of Company's Disclosure Schedule, BBH is not subject to any
obligation (contingent or otherwise) to repurchase or otherwise acquire or
retire any of its stock or other securities. Except as set forth in Section 3.1
of Company's Disclosure Schedule, no Person is entitled to any preemptive right,
right of first refusal or similar right with respect to any stock or other
securities of BBH. Except as set forth in Section 3.1 of Company's Disclosure
Schedule, there are no agreements, arrangements or trusts between or for the
benefit of BBH or the Stockholders with respect to the voting or transfer of
stock or other securities, or with respect to any other aspect of BBH's affairs.
BBH has not violated any applicable federal or state securities laws in
connection with the offer, sale or issuance of any of its stock or other
securities.
(d) Subsidiaries. BBH does not own, of record or beneficially,
any capital stock or equity interest or investment in any Person other than BBC,
which is a wholly owned subsidiary of BBH. Except as set forth in Section 3.1 of
Company's Disclosure Schedule, BBH owns, beneficially and of record, all of the
issued and outstanding shares of capital stock of BBC, free and clear of all
Liens.
3.2 BBC.
(a) Organization and Qualification; Authority. BBC is a
corporation duly organized, validly existing and in good standing under the laws
of the State of Delaware and has full power and authority to own its assets and
properties and to conduct the Business. BBC is qualified to do business as a
foreign corporation in, and is in good standing under the laws of, the State of
Illinois, and is not required to be qualified to do business as a foreign
corporation in any other state. BBC has full power, authority and legal right
and all necessary approvals, permits, licenses and authorizations to own its
properties and to conduct the Business as currently conducted.
(b) Capitalization. The authorized capital stock of BBC
consists solely of 1,000 shares of common stock, par value $0.01 per share, of
which 100 shares are issued and outstanding and all of which are owned,
beneficially and of record, by BBH. The issued and outstanding shares of common
stock of BBC have been duly authorized and validly issued, and are fully paid
and nonassessable. BBC does not have outstanding any options, warrants, stock or
other securities convertible or exchangeable for any stock or other securities
of BBC.
(c) Repurchase and Other Obligations. BBC is not subject to
any obligation (contingent or otherwise) to repurchase or otherwise acquire or
retire any of its stock or other securities. No Person is entitled to any
preemptive right, right of first refusal or similar right with respect to any
stock or other securities of BBC. There are no agreements, arrangements or
trusts between or for the benefit of BBC or BBH with respect to the voting or
transfer of stock or other securities, or with respect to any other aspect of
BBC's affairs. BBC has not violated any applicable federal or state securities
laws in connection with the offer, sale or issuance of any of its stock or other
securities.
(d) Subsidiaries. BBC does not own, of record or beneficially,
any capital stock or equity interest or investment in any Person other than the
Operating Subsidiaries, which
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are wholly owned subsidiaries of BBC. Except as set forth in Section 3.2 of
Company's Disclosure Schedule, BBC owns, beneficially and of record, all of the
issued and outstanding shares of capital stock of each Operating Subsidiary,
free and clear of all Liens.
3.3 Chattanooga Sub.
(a) Organization and Qualification; Authority. The Chattanooga
Sub is a corporation duly organized, validly existing and in good standing under
the laws of the State of Tennessee and has full power and authority to own its
assets and properties and to conduct the Business. The Chattanooga Sub is not
required to be qualified to do business as a foreign corporation in any state.
The Chattanooga Sub has full power, authority and legal right and all necessary
approvals, permits, licenses and authorizations to own its properties and to
conduct the Business as currently conducted.
(b) Capitalization. The authorized capital stock of the
Chattanooga Sub consists solely of 1,000 shares of common stock, no par value
per share, of which 200 shares are issued and outstanding and all of which are
owned, beneficially and of record, by BBC. The issued and outstanding shares of
common stock of the Chattanooga Sub have been duly authorized and validly
issued, and are fully paid and nonassessable. The Chattanooga Sub does not have
outstanding any options, warrants, stock or other securities convertible or
exchangeable for any stock or other securities of the Chattanooga Sub.
(c) Repurchase and Other Obligations. The Chattanooga Sub is
not subject to any obligation (contingent or otherwise) to repurchase or
otherwise acquire or retire any of its stock or other securities. No Person is
entitled to any preemptive right, right of first refusal or similar right with
respect to any stock or other securities of the Chattanooga Sub. There are no
agreements, arrangements or trusts between or for the benefit of the Chattanooga
Sub, BBH or BBC with respect to the voting or transfer of stock or other
securities, or with respect to any other aspect of the Chattanooga Sub's
affairs. The Chattanooga Sub has not violated any applicable federal or state
securities laws in connection with the offer, sale or issuance of any of its
stock or other securities.
(d) Subsidiaries. The Chattanooga Sub does not own, of record
or beneficially, any capital stock or equity interest or investment in any
Person.
3.4 Columbia Sub.
(a) Organization and Qualification; Authority. The Columbia
Sub is a corporation duly organized, validly existing and in good standing under
the laws of the State of South Carolina and has full power and authority to own
its assets and properties and to conduct the Business. The Columbia Sub is not
required to be qualified to do business as a foreign corporation in any state.
The Columbia Sub has full power, authority and legal right and all necessary
approvals, permits, licenses and authorizations to own its properties and to
conduct the Business as currently conducted.
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(b) Capitalization. The authorized capital stock of the
Columbia Sub consists solely of 1,000 shares of common stock, no par value per
share, of which 200 shares are issued and outstanding and all of which are
owned, beneficially and of record, by BBC. The issued and outstanding shares of
common stock of the Columbia Sub have been duly authorized and validly issued,
and are fully paid and nonassessable. The Columbia Sub does not have outstanding
any options, warrants, stock or other securities convertible or exchangeable for
any stock or other securities of the Columbia Sub.
(c) Repurchase and Other Obligations. The Columbia Sub is not
subject to any obligation (contingent or otherwise) to repurchase or otherwise
acquire or retire any of its stock or other securities. No Person is entitled to
any preemptive right, right of first refusal or similar right with respect to
any stock or other securities of the Columbia Sub. There are no agreements,
arrangements or trusts between or for the benefit of the Columbia Sub, BBH or
BBC with respect to the voting or transfer of stock or other securities, or with
respect to any other aspect of the Columbia Sub's affairs. The Columbia Sub has
not violated any applicable federal or state securities laws in connection with
the offer, sale or issuance of any of its stock or other securities.
(d) Subsidiaries. The Columbia Sub does not own, of record or
beneficially, any capital stock or equity interest or investment in any Person.
3.5 Grand Rapids Sub.
(a) Organization and Qualification; Authority. The Grand
Rapids Sub is a corporation duly organized, validly existing and in good
standing under the laws of the State of Michigan and has full power and
authority to own its assets and properties and to conduct the Business. The
Grand Rapids Sub is not required to be qualified to do business as a foreign
corporation in any state. The Grand Rapids Sub has full power, authority and
legal right and all necessary approvals, permits, licenses and authorizations to
own its properties and to conduct the Business as currently conducted.
(b) Capitalization. The authorized capital stock of the Grand
Rapids Sub consists solely of 10,000 shares of common stock, no par value per
share, of which 10,000 shares are issued and outstanding and all of which are
owned, beneficially and of record, by BBC. The issued and outstanding shares of
common stock of the Grand Rapids Sub have been duly authorized and validly
issued, and are fully paid and nonassessable. The Grand Rapids Sub does not have
outstanding any options, warrants, stock or other securities convertible or
exchangeable for any stock or other securities of the Grand Rapids Sub.
(c) Repurchase and Other Obligations. The Grand Rapids Sub is
not subject to any obligation (contingent or otherwise) to repurchase or
otherwise acquire or retire any of its stock or other securities. No Person is
entitled to any preemptive right, right of first refusal or similar right with
respect to any stock or other securities of the Grand Rapids Sub. There are no
agreements, arrangements or trusts between or for the benefit of the Grand
Rapids Sub, BBH or BBC with respect to the voting or transfer of stock or other
securities, or with respect to any other aspect of the Grand Rapids Sub's
affairs. The Grand Rapids Sub has not violated any
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applicable federal or state securities laws in connection with the offer, sale
or issuance of any of its stock or other securities.
(d) Subsidiaries. The Grand Rapids Sub does not own, of record
or beneficially, any capital stock or equity interest or investment in any
Person.
3.6 Tri-Cities Sub.
(a) Organization and Qualification; Authority. The Tri-Cities
Sub is a corporation duly organized, validly existing and in good standing under
the laws of the State of Tennessee and has full power and authority to own its
assets and properties and to conduct the Business. The Tri-Cities Sub is not
required to be qualified to do business as a foreign corporation in any state.
The Tri-Cities Sub has full power, authority and legal right and all necessary
approvals, permits, licenses and authorizations to own its properties and to
conduct the Business as currently conducted.
(b) Capitalization. The authorized capital stock of the
Tri-Cities Sub consists solely of 1,000 shares of common stock, no par value per
share, of which 100 shares are issued and outstanding and all of which are
owned, beneficially and of record, by BBC. The issued and outstanding shares of
common stock of the Tri-Cities Sub have been duly authorized and validly issued,
and are fully paid and nonassessable. The Tri-Cities Sub does not have
outstanding any options, warrants, stock or other securities convertible or
exchangeable for any stock or other securities of the Tri-Cities Sub.
(c) Repurchase and Other Obligations. The Tri-Cities Sub is
not subject to any obligation (contingent or otherwise) to repurchase or
otherwise acquire or retire any of its stock or other securities. No Person is
entitled to any preemptive right, right of first refusal or similar right with
respect to any stock or other securities of the Tri-Cities Sub. There are no
agreements, arrangements or trusts between or for the benefit of the Tri-Cities
Sub, BBH or BBC with respect to the voting or transfer of stock or other
securities, or with respect to any other aspect of the Tri-Cities Sub's affairs.
The Tri-Cities Sub has not violated any applicable federal or state securities
laws in connection with the offer, sale or issuance of any of its stock or other
securities.
(d) Subsidiaries. The Tri-Cities Sub does not own, of record
or beneficially, any capital stock or equity interest or investment in any
Person.
3.7 Twin Cities Sub.
(a) Organization and Qualification; Authority. The Twin Cities
Sub is a corporation duly organized, validly existing and in good standing under
the laws of the State of Illinois and has full power and authority to own its
assets and properties and to conduct the Business. The Twin Cities Sub is not
required to be qualified to do business as a foreign corporation in any state.
The Twin Cities Sub has full power, authority and legal right and all necessary
approvals, permits, licenses and authorizations to own its properties and to
conduct the Business as currently conducted.
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(b) Capitalization. The authorized capital stock of the Twin
Cities Sub consists solely of 10,000 shares of common stock, no par value per
share, of which 1,000 shares are issued and outstanding and all of which are
owned, beneficially and of record, by BBC. The issued and outstanding shares of
common stock of the Twin Cities Sub have been duly authorized and validly
issued, and are fully paid and nonassessable. The Twin Cities Sub does not have
outstanding any options, warrants, stock or other securities convertible or
exchangeable for any stock or other securities of the Twin Cities Sub.
(c) Repurchase and Other Obligations. The Twin Cities Sub is
not subject to any obligation (contingent or otherwise) to repurchase or
otherwise acquire or retire any of its stock or other securities. No Person is
entitled to any preemptive right, right of first refusal or similar right with
respect to any stock or other securities of the Twin Cities Sub. There are no
agreements, arrangements or trusts between or for the benefit of the Twin Cities
Sub, BBH or BBC with respect to the voting or transfer of stock or other
securities, or with respect to any other aspect of the Twin Cities Sub's
affairs. The Twin Cities Sub has not violated any applicable federal or state
securities laws in connection with the offer, sale or issuance of any of its
stock or other securities.
(d) Subsidiaries. The Twin Cities Sub does not own, of record
or beneficially, any capital stock or equity interest or investment in any
Person.
3.8 Authority. The execution and delivery of this Agreement by
BBH, the performance by BBH of its covenants and agreements hereunder and the
consummation by BBH of the transactions contemplated hereby have been duly
authorized by all necessary action on the part of BBH. This Agreement has been
duly executed and delivered by BBH and constitutes the valid and legally binding
agreement of BBH, enforceable against it in accordance with its terms.
3.9 No Legal Bar; Conflicts. Neither the execution and delivery of
this Agreement by BBH, nor the consummation of the transactions contemplated
hereby by BBH, (a) violates or will violate any provision of any organizational
document of BBH; (b) violates or will violate any law, rule, regulation, writ,
judgment, injunction, decree, determination, award or other order of any
Governmental Authority; or (c) violates or will violate, or conflicts with, or
will conflict with, or will result in any breach of any of the terms of, or
constitutes or will constitute a default under or results in or will result in
the termination of or the creation or imposition of any Lien pursuant to the
terms of, any contract, commitment, agreement, understanding or arrangement of
any kind to which the Company is a party or by which the Company or any of the
Assets is bound. Except for the FCC Approval, compliance with the HSR Act and
the consents disclosed in Section 3.9 of Company's Disclosure Schedule, no
consents, approvals or authorizations of, or filings with, any Governmental
Authority or any other Person are required on the part of the Company in
connection with the execution and delivery of this Agreement by BBH and the
consummation of the transactions contemplated hereby by BBH.
3.10 Financial Statements. BBH has delivered to Citadel the
following financial statements of the Company: (a) the audited balance sheets as
of December 31, 1997 and December 31, 1998 and the related statements of income
and cash flows for each of the years
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then ended; and (b) the unaudited balance sheet as of November 30, 1999 and the
related statements of income and cash flows for the 11 months then ended (the
"Interim Balance Sheet"). Each of the foregoing financial statements (including
in all cases the notes thereto, if any) (i) is accurate and complete in all
material respects, (ii) is consistent in all material respects with the books
and records of the Company (which, in turn, are accurate and complete in all
material respects), and (iii) fairly presents in all material respects the
financial condition and results of operations of the Company in accordance with
GAAP (subject to (i) the lack of footnote disclosure and (ii) other than with
respect to year-end financial statements, changes resulting from normal year-end
audit adjustments), consistently applied, as of the dates and for the periods
set forth therein.
3.11 Absence of Certain Changes. Since the date of the Interim
Balance Sheet, except as set forth in Section 3.11 of Company's Disclosure
Schedule or as does not, individually or in the aggregate, have a Material
Adverse Effect with respect to clause (a) of this Section 3.11 or as does not,
individually or in the aggregate, have a Material Adverse Effect with respect to
clauses (b) through (f) of this Section 3.11, there has not been any of the
following with respect to the Company: (a) change in the financial condition or
in the results of operations, assets, liabilities or business (other than a
change resulting solely from general economic conditions affecting the radio
broadcasting industry as a whole); (b) damage or destruction, whether or not
insured, affecting business operations; (c) actual or threatened dispute with
any material provider of software, hardware or services; (d) except in the
ordinary course of business, sale or transfer of any tangible or intangible
asset used or useful in the operation of any Station, mortgage, pledge or
imposition of any Lien (other than a Permitted Encumbrance) on any such asset,
lease of real property, machinery, equipment or buildings with respect to any
Station entered into or modification, amendment or cancellation of any of its
existing leases relating to any Station, or cancellation of any debt or claim;
(e) liability or obligation (contingent or otherwise) incurred under agreements
or otherwise, except current liabilities entered into or incurred in the
ordinary course of business consistent with past practices; or (f) dividend or
other distribution (of Cash or any other asset of the Company) declared, paid or
made to the Stockholders in respect of their equity in the Company.
3.12 Taxes. The Company has filed or caused to be filed on a timely
basis all federal, state, local and other tax returns, reports and declarations
required to be filed by it as of the date hereof and has paid all Taxes
(including without limitation income, franchise, sales, use, unemployment,
withholding, social security and workers' compensation taxes and estimated
income and franchise tax payments, penalties and fines) reflected as due on such
returns, reports or declarations, or pursuant to any assessment received by it
in connection with such returns, reports or declarations. All returns, reports
and declarations filed by or on behalf of the Company correctly state the
Company's liability for Taxes for the respective periods to which such returns,
reports and declarations relate. No deficiency in payment of any Taxes for any
period has been asserted against the Company by any taxing authority which
remains unsettled at the date hereof, and no written inquiries have been
received by the Company from any taxing authority with respect to possible
claims for Taxes. Except as set forth in Section 3.12 of Company's Disclosure
Schedule, since the date of the Interim Balance Sheet, the Company has not
incurred any liability for Taxes other than in the ordinary course of business.
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3.13 Personal Property and Stations. Section 3.13 of Company's
Disclosure Schedule contains a complete and accurate listing of each item of
Personal Property with an initial cost of $50,000 or more. Section 3.13 of
Company's Disclosure Schedule also contains a complete and accurate list of all
of the Stations, and specifies which Operating Subsidiary owns the Assets used
in connection with, and operates, each Station.
3.14 Debt. Section 3.14 of Company's Disclosure Schedule contains a
complete and accurate list of all of the Company's Indebtedness for Borrowed
Money as of the date of this Agreement and includes the names of the holders of
such debt and a list of all material documents governing or related to such
debt. Upon the payment in full of such debt, all Liens secured in connection
therewith will be released.
3.15 Title to and Condition of Property.
(a) Title. The Company will as of the Closing have good and
marketable title to and undisputed possession of all of the Assets, other than
the FCC Licenses (which are licensed by the Company), the Leaseholds (which are
leased by the Company), any leased Personal Property as described in Section
3.15(a) of Company's Disclosure Schedule (which are leased by the Company) and
the Real Property (which is discussed specifically below). Except as set forth
in Section 3.15(a) of Company's Disclosure Schedule, such Assets are owned by
the Company free and clear of all Liens other than Permitted Encumbrances. Such
Assets will, as of the Closing, be owned by the Company free and clear of all
Liens other than Permitted Encumbrances.
(b) Condition. The Personal Property is in good condition,
ordinary wear and tear excepted, adequate and suitable for the operation of each
Station as it is currently being operated, and in such condition and repair so
that such Station can operate according to the FCC Licenses, the rules,
regulations and policies of the FCC and in all other respects in compliance with
the Act and all other applicable federal and state laws.
(c) [Intentionally Omitted]
(d) Sufficiency of Assets. The Assets include all of the
assets, which are sufficient in nature, condition and quantity, necessary to
permit the operation of each Station in a manner consistent with the past
practices of the Company. The Company has not, since the date of the Interim
Balance Sheet, removed, or permitted the removal of, any material item of
Personal Property from any Station other than removals in the ordinary course of
business which were not done in contemplation of the transactions contemplated
by this Agreement.
(e) Real Property Leases.
(i) Section 3.15(e) of Company's Disclosure Schedule
contains a complete and accurate list of the Real Property Leases and the
location of the real estate leased thereunder (the "Leaseholds") and the type of
facility located on the Leaseholds. The Company has a valid leasehold interest
in each of the Leaseholds subject only to the landlord's right of reversion as
provided in the Real Property Leases.
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(ii) None of the Leaseholds is subject to any
covenant or restriction preventing or limiting in any respect the consummation
of the transactions contemplated hereby, except for any consent listed in
Section 3.9 of Company's Disclosure Schedule required of the landlords under the
Real Property Leases. The Company's right, title and interest in and to the
Leaseholds will at the Closing be held by the Company free and clear of all
Liens other than the Permitted Encumbrances and the interest of the mortgagee of
the landlord under such leases, if any.
(iii) The use for which the Leaseholds are zoned
permits the use thereof for the Business consistent with past practices, either
as an as of right use, by variance or special permit, or as a pre-existing,
non-conforming use. The use and occupancy of the Leaseholds by the Company are
in compliance in all material respects with all regulations (other than zoning
regulations, which are addressed in the immediately preceding sentence), codes,
ordinances and statutes applicable to the Company and the Business, and the
Company has not received any written notice asserting any material violation of
sanitation laws and regulations, occupational safety and health regulations, or
electrical codes.
(iv) There are no facts relating to the Company, and,
to the Knowledge of the Company, no facts relating to any other party, that
would prevent the Leaseholds from being occupied and used by Citadel after the
Closing Date in the same manner as immediately prior to the Closing.
(v) There is not under any Real Property Lease any
material default by the Company or any condition that with notice or the passage
of time or both would constitute such a default, and the Company has not
received any written notice asserting the existence of any such default or
condition.
(vi) Each Real Property Lease is valid and binding
and in full force and effect as to the Company, and to the Knowledge of the
Company, as to each other party thereto, and except as disclosed in Section
3.15(e) of Company's Disclosure Schedule, has not been amended or otherwise
modified.
(vii) The Leaseholds constitute all of the real
property (other than the Real Property) in which the Company has a leasehold
interest or other interest or right (whether as lessor or lessee) and which is
or will prior to the Closing be used in the operation of the Stations.
(f) Real Property.
(i) Section 3.15(f) of Company's Disclosure Schedule
contains a complete and accurate list of each parcel of the Real Property and
the use of such parcel. The Company will as of the Closing have good and
marketable title to the Real Property, in fee simple, subject only to the
Permitted Encumbrances.
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(ii) None of the Real Property is subject to any
covenant or restriction preventing or limiting in any respect the consummation
of the transactions contemplated hereby. The Company's right, title and interest
in and to the Real Property will at the Closing be held by the Company free and
clear of all Liens except the Permitted Encumbrances.
(iii) The use for which the Real Property is zoned
permits the use thereof for the Business consistent with past practices, either
as an as of right use, by variance or special permit, or as a pre-existing,
non-conforming use. The use and occupancy of the Real Property by the Company
are in compliance in all material respects with all regulations (other than
zoning regulations, which are addressed in the immediately preceding sentence),
codes, ordinances and statutes applicable to the Company and the Business, and
the Company has not received any written notice asserting any material violation
of sanitation laws and regulations, occupational safety and health regulations,
or electrical codes.
(iv) There are no condemnation proceedings or eminent
domain proceedings of any kind pending or, to the Knowledge of the Company,
threatened against the Real Property.
(v) All of the Real Property is occupied under a
valid and current certificate of occupancy or similar permit. There are no facts
that would prevent the Real Property from being occupied and used by Citadel
after the Closing Date in the same manner as immediately prior to the Closing.
(vi) The Real Property constitutes all of the real
property which is owned by the Company and which is or will prior to Closing be
used in the operation of the Stations, other than the real property to be
acquired in the Pending Acquisition.
3.16 Contractual and Other Obligations. Set forth in Section 3.16
of Company's Disclosure Schedule is a complete and accurate list of all
Contracts. Except as set forth in Section 3.16 of Company's Disclosure Schedule,
neither the Company, nor, to the Knowledge of the Company, any other Person, is
in material default in the performance of any covenant or condition under any
Contract, and no written claim of such a default has been made and no event has
occurred which with the giving of notice or the lapse of time would constitute
such a default under any covenant or condition under any Contract. Except as set
forth in Section 3.16 of Company's Disclosure Schedule, the Company is not a
party to any Contract which would terminate or be materially adversely affected
by the consummation of the transactions contemplated by this Agreement.
Originals or true, correct and complete copies of all Contracts have been
provided or made available to Citadel as of the date of this Agreement.
3.17 Compensation. Set forth in Section 3.17 of Company's
Disclosure Schedule is a list of (a) all agreements between the Company and its
employees or other Persons providing services for compensation with regard to
the Stations, whether individually or collectively, and (b) all employees of the
Company or other Persons providing services for the Company with respect to the
Stations entitled to receive annual compensation in excess of $35,000 and their
respective positions, job categories and salaries. Except as set forth in
Section 3.17 of Company's Disclosure Schedule, the transactions contemplated by
this Agreement will not result
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in any liability for severance pay to any such employee or other Person. The
Company has not informed any such employee or other Person that such Person will
receive any increase in compensation or benefits or any ownership interest in
the Company, Citadel, the Business or Citadel's business. Except as disclosed in
Section 3.17 of Company's Disclosure Schedule, all current employees of the
Company are "at will" employees and may be terminated by the Company upon notice
of 30 days or less, without liability or obligation except the payment of normal
compensation accrued up to the time of termination of employment.
3.18 Employee Benefit Plans.
(a) The Company does not maintain or sponsor, nor is it
required to make contributions to or to pay benefits from, any pension,
profit-sharing, savings, bonus, incentive or deferred compensation, severance
pay, medical, life insurance, welfare or other employee benefit plan which
affects the employees working, or who formerly worked, at any Station, except as
set forth in Section 3.18 of Company's Disclosure Schedule. None of the plans,
funds, policies, programs, arrangements or understandings of the Company is a
"multiemployer plan" (within the meaning of Section 3(37) of ERISA). Neither the
Company nor any ERISA affiliate of the Company has, within the last five years,
contributed to or had the obligation to contribute to any multiemployer plan.
Section 3.18 of Company's Disclosure Schedule fully discloses all of the plans,
funds, policies, programs or arrangements sponsored or maintained by the Company
pursuant to which any employee or former employee of any Station (or any
dependent or beneficiary of any such employee) might be or become entitled to
(1) retirement benefits; (2) severance or separation from service benefits; (3)
incentive, performance, stock, share appreciation or bonus awards; (4) health
care benefits; (5) disability income or wage continuation benefits; (6) life
insurance, death or survivor's benefits; or (7) any type of benefit offered
under any arrangement subject to characterization as an "employee benefit plan"
within the meaning of section 3(3) of ERISA. As to any such plan, fund, policy,
program, arrangement or understanding, all of the following are true with
respect to each Station: (A) all amounts due as contributions, insurance
premiums and benefits to the date hereof have been timely paid by the Company;
(B) all material requirements of law have been observed with respect to the
establishment, operation and, if applicable, the termination thereof, and all
material reporting and disclosure requirements have been timely satisfied; (C)
no claim or demand has been made by any employee (or beneficiary or dependent of
any employee) for benefits (other than routine claims for benefits), or by any
taxing authority for taxes or penalties which has not been satisfied in full or
which may be or become subject to litigation or arbitration; and (D) any such
plan represented by the Company to a "qualified" retirement plan satisfies, in
both form and operation, the applicable requirements of Section 401(a) of the
Code.
(b) The Company has no obligation to provide health or other
welfare benefits to any of its former, retired or terminated employees, except
as specifically required under Section 4980B of the Code. The Company has
complied with any applicable notice and continuation requirements of Section
4980B of the Code and the regulations thereunder.
(c) Each of the trusts relating to the deferred compensation
plans listed in Section 3.18 of Company's Disclosure Schedule holds assets equal
to its liabilities through the date hereof, and will hold assets equal in value
to its liabilities through the Closing Date.
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3.19 Labor Relations. Except as set forth in Section 3.19 of
Company's Disclosure Schedule, there have been no material violations of any
federal, state or local statutes, laws, ordinances, rules, regulations, orders
or directives with respect to the employment of individuals by, or the
employment practices or work conditions, or the terms and conditions of
employment, wages (including overtime compensation) and hours of, the Company.
Except as set forth in Section 3.19 of Company's Disclosure Schedule, the
Company is not engaged in any unfair labor practice or other unlawful employment
practice, there are no pending labor disputes and there are no charges of unfair
labor practices or other employee-related complaints pending or threatened
against the Company or any Station before the National Labor Relations Board,
the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the Occupational Safety and Health
Review Commission, the Department of Labor or any other Governmental Authority.
The Company is not bound by any collective bargaining agreement with respect to
its employees. There is no strike, picketing, slowdown or work stoppage or
organizational attempt pending, involving or, to the Knowledge of the Company,
threatened against any Station. No issue with respect to union representation is
pending or, to the Knowledge of the Company, threatened with respect to the
employees of the Company or any Station.
3.20 Increases in Compensation or Benefits. Subsequent to the date
of the Interim Balance Sheet, there have been no increases in the compensation
payable or to become payable to any of the employees of the Company, nor has the
Company paid or provided for any awards, bonuses, stock options, loans,
profit-sharing, pension, retirement or welfare plans or similar or other
payments or arrangements for or on behalf of such employees in each case other
than (a) pursuant to currently existing contracts, plans, policies, programs or
arrangements set forth in Section 3.20 of Company's Disclosure Schedule or
otherwise in the ordinary course of business consistent with the Company's past
practices or (b) as was required from time to time by governmental legislation
affecting wages. The vacation policies of the Company are set forth in Section
3.20 of Company's Disclosure Schedule.
3.21 Insurance. The Company maintains insurance policies covering
all of its properties and assets and the various occurrences which may arise in
connection with the operation of the Stations, each of which policies is
identified in Section 3.21 of Company's Disclosure Schedule. Such policies
maintained by the Company are in full force and effect and all installments of
premiums due thereon have been paid in full. The Company has not received any
written notices of any pending or threatened termination or material premium
increases with respect to any of such policies maintained by the Company. There
has been no casualty loss or occurrence to the Company which may give rise to
any material claim of any kind not covered by insurance, and the Company is not
aware of any casualty occurrence to the Stations which may give rise to any
material claim of any kind not covered by insurance. No third party has filed
any claim against the Company for personal injury or property damage of a kind
for which liability insurance is generally available which is not fully insured,
subject only to the deductibles set forth in Section 3.21 of Company's
Disclosure Schedule. None of the Company's insurance policies will terminate or
be adversely affected by the consummation of the transactions contemplated by
this Agreement.
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3.22 Litigation; Disputes. Except as set forth in Section 3.22 of
Company's Disclosure Schedule, there are no claims, disputes, actions, suits,
investigations or proceedings pending or, to the Knowledge of the Company,
threatened against or affecting the Company, the Shares or any Station or that
is reasonably likely to prevent or hinder the consummation of the transactions
contemplated hereby and, to the Knowledge of the Company, there is no reasonable
basis for any such claim, dispute, action, suit, investigation or proceeding.
The Company has no knowledge of any default under any such action, suit or
proceeding. The Company is not in default in respect of any judgment, order,
writ, injunction or decree of any Governmental Authority with respect to the
Company or the operation of any Station.
3.23 Trade Receivables and Accounts Receivable. All Trade
Receivables and Accounts Receivable are reflected properly on the books and
records of the Company, are valid receivables subject to no setoffs or
counterclaims, are current and collectible, and will be collected in a manner
consistent with past practices at their recorded amounts, subject only to the
reserve for bad debts provided for in the financial statements of the Company.
3.24 [Intentionally Omitted]
3.25 Environmental.
(a) Prior to the execution of this Agreement, the Company has
provided to Citadel a true and correct copy of all environmental site
assessments, studies, tests and reports commissioned by or on behalf of the
Company or in the Company's possession, custody or control which relate to the
Real Property or the Leaseholds.
(b) Except as disclosed in Section 3.25 of Company's
Disclosure Schedule, to the Knowledge of the Company, (i) there are no
conditions, facts or circumstances that constitute Environmental Noncompliance
on the Real Property or any of the Leaseholds and (ii) there is no friable
asbestos-containing material present on any of the Real Property or any of the
Leaseholds that, if disturbed, threatens to release airborne asbestos fibers in
excess of applicable local, state and federal standards.
(c) Except as disclosed in Section 3.25 of Company's
Disclosure Schedule, to the Knowledge of the Company, no structure,
improvements, equipment, fixtures, activities or facilities located on the Real
Property or any of the Leaseholds uses Hazardous Materials except those used in
the ordinary course of the Business and in compliance with applicable
Environmental Laws.
(d) Except as disclosed in Section 3.25 of Company's
Disclosure Schedule, there are no underground storage tanks, or underground
piping associated with tanks, used for the management of Hazardous Materials,
and, to the Knowledge of the Company, no abandoned underground storage tanks at
the Real Property or any of the Leaseholds.
(e) The Company has not received notice of any Environmental
Claims, and no Environmental Claims have been threatened against the Company
nor, to the Knowledge of the Company, is there any reasonable basis for any such
Environmental Claims.
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3.26 Permits; Compliance with Applicable Law.
(a) General. The Company is not in default under any statutes,
ordinances, regulations, orders, judgments and decrees of any Governmental
Authority applicable to it or to the Business or the Assets as to which a
default or failure to comply might have, individually or in the aggregate, a
Material Adverse Effect. The Company has no knowledge of any reasonable basis
for assertion of any violation of the foregoing or for any claim for
compensation or damages or otherwise arising out of any violation of the
foregoing. The Company has not received any written notification of any asserted
present or past failure to comply with any of the foregoing which has not been
satisfactorily responded to in the time period required thereunder.
(b) Permits. Set forth in Section 3.26 of Company's Disclosure
Schedule is a complete and accurate list of all of the Permits held by the
Company and required or used in the operation of the Stations as currently
conducted. Each Station is operating in accordance with the Act and its FCC
Licenses and in compliance with the Act and the rules, regulations and policies
of the FCC. The Permits set forth in Section 3.26 of Company's Disclosure
Schedule are all of the Permits required for the conduct of the Business
conducted by the Stations. All of the Permits held by the Company are in full
force and effect, and the Company has not engaged in any activity which could
reasonably be expected to cause or permit revocation or suspension of any such
Permit, and to the Knowledge of the Company, no action or proceeding looking to
or contemplating the revocation or suspension of any such Permit is pending or
threatened. There are no existing defaults or events of default or events or
state of facts which with notice or lapse of time or both would constitute a
default by the Company or any other Person under any such Permit. Except as set
forth in Section 3.26 of Company's Disclosure Schedule, the Company is not
required to be licensed by, and is not subject to the regulation of, any
Governmental Authority by reason of the Business.
3.27 Intellectual Property. Section 3.27 of Company's Disclosure
Schedule lists all material Intellectual Property. The use of the Intellectual
Property in connection with the operation of the Stations or otherwise by the
Company does not infringe upon the proprietary rights of any other Person. No
director, officer or employee of the Company has any interest in any of the
Intellectual Property, all of which will, as of the Closing, be free and clear
of all Liens, other than Permitted Encumbrances. The Company has no knowledge of
any infringement by any Person upon the rights of the Company with respect to
the Intellectual Property. The Company has not granted any outstanding licenses
or other rights to any of the call letters, copyrights, trademarks, trade names
or other similar rights with regard to any of the Intellectual Property.
3.28 Books and Records. The books of account of the Company fairly
and accurately reflect in all material respects its income, expenses, assets and
liabilities and have been maintained in accordance with reasonable business
practices. All of such books and records will be located on the date of the
Closing on the business premises of the Stations. The Company's minute books and
stock ledgers accurately reflect all actions taken by the Company's board of
directors and stockholders, including all issuances and transfers of capital
stock of BBH, BBC and the Operating Subsidiaries. Section 3.28 of Company's
Disclosure Schedule lists all of the
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current officers and directors of the Company. At the Closing, the Company's
minute books and stock ledgers shall be delivered to Citadel.
3.29 Related Party Obligations. Except as set forth in Section 3.29
of Company's Disclosure Schedule, no officer, director, shareholder or Affiliate
of the Company, or any individual related by blood or marriage to any such
Person, or any entity in which any such Person or individual owns any beneficial
interest is a party to any agreement, contract, commitment, promissory note,
loan, any other actual or proposed transaction with the Company or has any
material interest in any material property used by the Company which is material
to the operation of the Stations.
3.30 Year 2000 Compliance. To the Knowledge of the Company, all
hardware and software constituting part of the Assets is able to accurately
process date/time data (including, but not limited to, calculating, comparing
and sequencing) from, into, and between the twentieth and twenty-first
centuries, and the years 1999 and 2000 and leap year calculations to the extent
that other information technology, used in combination with the information
technology being acquired, properly exchanges date/time data with it.
3.31 Disclosure. To the Knowledge of the Company, no representation
or warranty made under this Section 3 and none of the information furnished by
the Company set forth in this Agreement or in the schedules or exhibits to this
Agreement contains any untrue statement of a material fact or omits to state a
material fact necessary to make the statements in this Agreement or in the
schedules or exhibits to this Agreement not misleading, in light of the
circumstances under which such representations and warranties are made.
SECTION 4
REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES OF STOCKHOLDERS
In connection with the purchase and sale of the Shares and in order to
induce Citadel to enter into and consummate the transactions contemplated by
this Agreement, each Stockholder, as to itself or himself only, makes the
representations and warranties set forth in this Section 4 to Citadel, as of the
date of this Agreement and as of the Closing Date (except for representations
and warranties expressly and specifically relating to a time or times other than
the date hereof or thereof, which shall be made as of the specified time or
times).
4.1 Authority. Each Stockholder (other than individuals) is an
entity duly organized or formed, validly existing and in good standing under the
laws of the state of its organization or formation and has full power and
authority (a) to own its assets and properties and to conduct its business as
currently conducted and (b) to enter into this Agreement and to consummate the
transactions contemplated hereby. The execution and delivery of this Agreement
by the Stockholders, the performance by the Stockholders of their covenants and
agreements hereunder and the consummation by the Stockholders of the
transactions contemplated hereby have been duly authorized by all necessary
action on the part of the Stockholders. This Agreement has been duly executed
and delivered by the Stockholders and constitutes the valid and legally
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binding agreement of the Stockholders, enforceable against each of them in
accordance with its terms.
4.2 No Legal Bar; Conflicts. Neither the execution and delivery of
this Agreement by the Stockholders, nor the consummation of the transactions
contemplated hereby by the Stockholders, (a) violates or will violate any
provision of any organizational document of any Stockholder; (b) violates or
will violate any law, rule, regulation, writ, judgment, injunction, decree,
determination, award or other order of any Governmental Authority; or (c)
violates or will violate, or conflicts with, or will conflict with, or will
result in any breach of any of the terms of, or constitutes or will constitute a
default under or results in or will result in the termination of or the creation
or imposition of any Lien pursuant to the terms of, any contract, commitment,
agreement, understanding or arrangement of any kind to which any Stockholder is
a party or by which any Stockholder or any of the Shares is bound. Except for
the FCC Approval, compliance with the HSR Act and the consents disclosed in
Section 3.9 of Company's Disclosure Schedule, no consents, approvals or
authorizations of, or filings with, any Governmental Authority or any other
Person are required on the part of the Stockholders in connection with the
execution and delivery of this Agreement by the Stockholders and the
consummation of the transactions contemplated hereby by the Stockholders.
4.3 Share Ownership. Each Stockholder owns, beneficially and of
record, Shares as indicated on Schedule 1 hereto, free and clear of all Liens.
4.4 Litigation. There is no litigation, proceeding or
investigation pending or, to the knowledge of the Stockholders, threatened
against or affecting the Stockholders or the Shares that is reasonably likely to
prevent or hinder the consummation of the transactions contemplated by this
Agreement.
4.5 Disclosure. To the knowledge of the Stockholders, no
representation or warranty made under this Section 4 contains any untrue
statement of a material fact or omits to state a material fact necessary to make
the statements in this Agreement or in the schedules or exhibits to this
Agreement not misleading, in light of the circumstances under which such
representations and warranties are made.
SECTION 5
REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES OF CITADEL
In connection with the purchase and sale of the Shares and in order to
induce the Stockholders to enter into and consummate the transactions
contemplated by this Agreement, Citadel makes the representations and warranties
set forth in this Section 5 to the Stockholders as of the date of this Agreement
and as of the Closing Date (except for representations and warranties expressly
and specifically relating to a time or times other than the date hereof or
thereof, which shall be made as of the specified time or times).
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5.1 Organization; Authority. Citadel is a corporation duly
organized, validly existing and in good standing under the laws of the State of
Nevada and has full power and authority (a) to own its assets and properties and
to conduct its business as currently conducted and (b) to enter into this
Agreement and to consummate the transactions contemplated hereby. The execution
and delivery of this Agreement by Citadel, the performance by Citadel of its
covenants and agreements hereunder and the consummation by Citadel of the
transactions contemplated hereby have been duly authorized by all necessary
action on the part of Citadel. This Agreement has been duly executed and
delivered by Citadel and constitutes the valid and legally binding agreement of
Citadel, enforceable against it in accordance with its terms.
5.2 No Legal Bar; Conflicts. Neither the execution and delivery of
this Agreement by Citadel, nor the consummation of the transactions contemplated
hereby by Citadel, (a) violates or will violate any provision of the Articles of
Incorporation or Bylaws of Citadel; (b) violates or will violate any law, rule,
regulation, writ, judgment, injunction, decree, determination, award or other
order of any Governmental Authority; or (c) violates or will violate, or
conflicts with, or will conflict with, or will result in any breach of any of
the terms of, or constitutes or will constitute a default under or results in or
will result in the termination of or the creation or imposition of any Lien
pursuant to the terms of, any contract, commitment, agreement, understanding or
arrangement of any kind to which Citadel is a party or by which Citadel or any
of its assets is bound. Except for the FCC Approval, compliance with the HSR Act
and the consents disclosed in Citadel's Disclosure Schedule, no consents,
approvals or authorizations of, or filings with, any Governmental Authority or
any other Person are required on the part of Citadel in connection with the
execution and delivery of this Agreement by Citadel and the consummation of the
transactions contemplated hereby by Citadel.
5.3 Litigation. There is no litigation, proceeding or
investigation pending or, to Citadel's knowledge, threatened against or
affecting Citadel that is reasonably likely to prevent or hinder the
consummation of the transactions contemplated by this Agreement.
5.4 FCC Qualifications. There are no facts currently known to
Citadel which under the Act or the rules, regulations, policies and practices
promulgated thereunder, would (a) disqualify Citadel from becoming the holder of
the FCC Licenses or an owner or operator of the Stations; (b) disqualify Citadel
from consummating the transactions contemplated hereby within the time period
contemplated hereby; or (c) otherwise impede in any material respect the
consummation of such transactions. As of the date hereof, Citadel does not own,
and has not entered into any agreement (other than this Agreement) to acquire,
any radio stations in any of the Markets.
5.5 HSR Matters. There are no facts currently known to Citadel
which, under the HSR Act or the rules, regulations, policies and practices
promulgated thereunder, would (a) disqualify Citadel from becoming the holder of
the FCC Licenses; (b) disqualify Citadel from consummating the transactions
contemplated hereby within the time period contemplated hereby; or (c) otherwise
impede in any material respect the consummation of such transactions.
5.6 Availability of Funds. At the Closing, Citadel will have
sufficient immediately available funds to purchase the Shares, pay the Purchase
Price and pay and discharge in full the
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Senior Debt and the Subordinated Debt on the terms and conditions contemplated
by this Agreement. Citadel acknowledges and agrees that Citadel's performance of
its obligations under this Agreement is not in any way contingent upon the
availability of financing to Citadel.
SECTION 6
AFFIRMATIVE COVENANTS OF BBH
From and after the date of this Agreement and until the earlier of the
Closing or the termination of this Agreement in accordance with its terms, BBH
hereby covenants and agrees to:
6.1 Compliance With Law. Comply with all applicable laws and
regulations required for the valid and effective consummation of the
transactions contemplated hereby.
6.2 Payment of Obligations. Discharge the Obligations of the
Company (including without limitation Indebtedness for Borrowed Money and other
long-term debt and capitalized lease obligations) in the ordinary course of
business consistent with past practices so that (a) the Obligations of the
Company existing as of the Closing Date consist solely of (i) current
liabilities and obligations under executory contracts and commitments which are
reasonable and customary in the radio broadcasting industry, (ii) Senior Debt,
(iii) Subordinated Debt and (iv) items listed in Section 6.2 of Company's
Disclosure Schedule; (b) the sum of (i) the aggregate amount of Indebtedness for
Borrowed Money of the Company as of the Closing Date, (ii) the Net Working
Capital Shortfall and (iii) the WODJ Amount, does not exceed $175,000,000; and
(c) the Company does not have any capitalized lease obligations, or any
obligations to Dan Keister pursuant to his consulting agreement with the
Company. Not less than two business days before the Closing Date, the
Stockholders shall deliver to Citadel payoff letters from the Senior Lenders
with respect to the Senior Debt and from the Stockholders with respect to the
Subordinated Debt. Such payoff letters shall be in form and substance reasonably
satisfactory to Citadel and shall include (x) the amount of Senior Debt or
Subordinated Debt, as applicable, due as of the Closing Date, (y) wire
instructions for the payment thereof and (z) with respect to the Senior Debt, a
statement that all Permitted Encumbrances in favor of the Senior Lenders will be
released immediately upon the payment in full of such Senior Debt (and a copy of
all release documents shall be attached to the payoff letter).
6.3 Access. Afford Citadel and its authorized representatives,
upon reasonable notice, reasonable access during normal business hours to the
Stations and the Stations' employees, and permit Citadel and its authorized
representatives to examine all operations, equipment, properties and other
assets, logs, books, relevant records, contracts and documents pertinent to the
Stations; provided, however, that in each instance mutually satisfactory
arrangements shall be made in advance in order to avoid interruption and to
minimize interference with the normal business and operations of the Stations.
6.4 Preservation of Organization. Operate the Business and the
Stations in the ordinary course, consistent with past practices, and exercise
its commercially reasonable efforts
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to preserve in all material respects the business organization of the Stations
intact and the present relationships of the Stations with employees, suppliers,
advertisers and customers and others having material business relationships with
the Stations; provided, however, that nothing contained in this Agreement shall
(a) require the Company to expend money in fulfillment of the obligations set
forth in this Section 6.4 other than those expenditures that the Company would
have made in the ordinary course of the business of the Stations and consistent
with past practices or (b) prohibit the Company from using substantially all of
the Cash to pay down Senior Debt prior to the Closing.
6.5 Books and Records. Maintain the books and records of the
Company in accordance with reasonable business practices, on a basis consistent
with past practices, and make available to Citadel the books, records, tax
returns, leases, contracts and other documents or agreements material to the
Stations as Citadel or its counsel, accountants or other authorized
representatives may from time to time reasonably request.
6.6 Employees. Pay as and when the same shall become due and
payable, in accordance with the Company's past practices, any amounts owed by
the Company to its employees who have performed services up to the time of
Closing, whether fixed or accrued, for wages, vacation pay, sick pay, severance
pay, employee benefits, damages and otherwise.
6.7 Compliance with FCC Matters. Comply with the FCC Licenses
applicable to the Stations and with the provisions of the Act, the rules,
regulations and policies of the FCC, and comply in all material respects with
all other laws, ordinances, regulations, rules and orders of any Governmental
Authority applicable to the Company or to any Station.
6.8 Taxes. File all federal, state and municipal tax returns,
reports and declarations required to be filed by the Company prior to the
Closing, and satisfy all Taxes reflected as due on such returns, reports and
declarations related thereto, other than any Taxes being contested in good faith
and for which adequate reserves have been made on the books and records of the
Company.
6.9 Supplemental Financial Statements. Provide Citadel with copies
of (a) the reviewed balance sheet of the Company as of September 30, 1999 and
the related statements of income and cash flows for the nine-month period then
ended and (b) the monthly unaudited income statements and balance sheets
applicable to the Stations prepared by the Company in the ordinary course of
business commencing with the month ended December 31, 1999 until Closing
(collectively, the "Supplemental Financial Statements"). BBH shall provide such
Supplemental Financial Statements to Citadel promptly upon such Supplemental
Financial Statements becoming available to the Company. The Supplemental
Financial Statements shall be subject to the representations and warranties as
set forth in Section 3.10.
6.10 Further Information. Furnish to Citadel such financial
(including tax), legal and other information with respect to the Company, the
Business and the Stations as Citadel or its representatives may from time to
time reasonably request.
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6.11 Notice. Promptly notify Citadel in writing upon the occurrence
or the nonoccurrence of any event which does then, or which upon the passing of
time or the giving of notice would, constitute a breach of or default under, or
render misleading or untrue in any material respect, any agreement, covenant,
representation or warranty made by BBH in this Agreement.
6.12 Consents. Exercise all commercially reasonable efforts to
obtain, prior to the Closing, the consent and approval (in a form reasonably
approved by Citadel) of any third parties whose consent or approval is necessary
in connection with the consummation of the transactions contemplated hereby,
with respect to the Real Property Leases and Contracts which require such
consent. If any such consent or approval is not obtained, the Company will use
commercially reasonable efforts (not involving the payment of money to any
Person) to secure an arrangement reasonably satisfactory to Citadel intended to
provide for Citadel following the Closing the benefits under each Real Property
Leases and Contract for which such consent or approval is not obtained;
provided, however, that Citadel shall have the right to terminate this Agreement
as a result of any failure by the Company to obtain any such consent or approval
for each Real Property Lease and Contract marked with an asterisk in Section 3.9
of Company's Disclosure Schedule (collectively, the "Mandatory Consents"), if
alternative arrangements are not reasonably satisfactory to Citadel.
Nothing in this Agreement will constitute a transfer or an attempted
transfer of any Contract which by its terms or under applicable law or
governmental rules or regulations requires the consent or approval of a third
party (including, without limitation, a Governmental Authority) unless such
consent or approval is obtained.
6.13 Trade Schedule. Deliver to Citadel at the Closing a schedule
accurate in all material respects of Trade Liabilities and Trade Receivables
existing as of a date not more than five days prior to the Closing. As of the
Closing Date, the Trade Liabilities shall not exceed the Trade Receivables.
6.14 Phase I Site Assessments and Other Reports. Cooperate with
Citadel in performing or commissioning Phase I Site Assessments of the Real
Property and such other studies, tests or reports of the Real Property and
Leaseholds as Citadel may reasonably require and provide copies of the written
reports and/or results to Citadel promptly after they become available to the
Company. Such assessments, studies, tests and reports shall be performed by an
environmental company reasonably acceptable to BBH and Citadel. The cost and
expense of such assessments, studies, tests and reports shall be split equally
between Citadel, on the one hand, and the Company, on the other. If any of the
assessments, studies, tests or reports indicate that any Real Property contains
one or more conditions of Environmental Noncompliance, the Company shall
promptly take such actions as are necessary pursuant to applicable Environmental
Laws and shall use its commercially reasonable efforts, prior to the Closing, in
connection with the closure or remediation of such conditions as required by
applicable Environmental Laws.
6.15 Title Insurance and Surveys. Use its commercially reasonable
efforts to cooperate with Citadel in causing each parcel of the Real Property to
be surveyed by a registered professional surveyor (who shall be reasonably
acceptable to BBH and Citadel) and in causing
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such ALTA surveys (which shall be in form satisfactory to remove the standard
survey exception from the Owner's and Mortgagee's title insurance policies) to
be delivered to Citadel at or prior to the Closing. The cost and expense of such
surveys shall be split equally between Citadel, on the one hand, and the
Stockholders, on the other. Citadel shall be responsible for the cost of all
title insurance premiums. In addition, the Company shall use its commercially
reasonable efforts to cooperate with Citadel in obtaining, at or prior to
Closing, title insurance on the Real Property from a nationally recognized title
insurance company acceptable to Citadel and its lenders in their reasonable
judgment.
6.16 Profit Sharing Plan. Terminate the Bloomington Broadcasting
Corporation Profit Sharing Plan effective no later than the day prior to the
Closing (contingent on the occurrence of the Closing) and submit to the Internal
Revenue Service a determination letter application on the termination. BBH shall
deliver evidence, reasonably acceptable to Citadel, of such termination and
submission. No distributions shall be made from such plan until receipt of a
favorable determination letter from the Internal Revenue Service.
SECTION 7
NEGATIVE COVENANTS OF BBH
From and after the date of this Agreement and until the earlier to
occur of the Closing or the termination of this Agreement in accordance with its
terms, BBH shall not take, or cause or permit to be taken, any of the following
actions without the prior approval of Citadel, which may not be unreasonably
withheld:
7.1 Sales, Transfers and Liens. Make any sale, transfer,
assignment, conveyance, mortgage, hypothecation, encumbrance or other placement
of any Lien on any of the Assets, except in the ordinary course of business and
which do not materially interfere with the operations of the Stations, and
which, in the case of a sale, transfer or assignment, is replaced with a
comparable asset, and, in the case of a conveyance, mortgage, hypothecation,
encumbrance or other Lien, is released at or prior to the Closing (unless it
constitutes a Permitted Encumbrance).
7.2 Contracts. Other than in the ordinary course of business
consistent with past practices, amend, terminate, renew or fail to renew any of
the Contracts or Real Property Leases (including any renewal or termination
resulting from the failure to provide, after the date of this Agreement, timely
notice of nonrenewal or termination as required by the terms of any of the
Contracts or Real Property Leases).
7.3 Breaches; Defaults. Do any act or omit to do any act, or
permit any act or omission to occur, that will cause a breach of any contract,
commitment or obligation of it except as would not, individually or in the
aggregate, have a Material Adverse Effect.
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7.4 Obligations. Incur any Obligations (including without
limitation any additional Indebtedness for Borrowed Money) except in the
ordinary course of business in a manner consistent with past practices or
pursuant to the Credit Agreement.
7.5 Salary Increases. Increase any salary, other payments,
disbursement or distributions in any manner or form to any employees of the
Company except (a) in the ordinary course of business consistent with past
practices or (b) in accordance with the existing terms of contracts entered into
prior to the date of this Agreement.
7.6 Non-Solicitation. Directly or indirectly solicit or negotiate
with any Person (other than a party hereto) or accept any proposal to acquire
the Company or any of the Stations in whole or in part, including without
limitation an acquisition of all or substantially all of the assets of the
Company or any equity in the Company (including the Shares). Prior to the
Closing, (a) BBH shall not sell, assign, pledge or otherwise transfer any of the
capital stock of BBC and (b) BBC shall not sell, assign, pledge or otherwise
transfer any of the capital stock of any of the Operating Subsidiaries, except
for the existing pledge of such stock pursuant to the Credit Agreement.
7.7 Issuance of Securities. Issue any shares of capital stock or
any other securities of BBH, BBC or any of the Operating Subsidiaries.
7.8 Dividends. Declare or pay any dividend or make any other
distribution (of Cash or any other asset of the Company) to the Stockholders in
respect of their equity in the Company.
SECTION 8
COVENANTS OF THE STOCKHOLDERS
From and after the date of this Agreement and until the earlier of the
Closing or the termination of this Agreement in accordance with its terms, each
of the Stockholders (as to itself or himself only) covenants and agrees with
Citadel as follows:
8.1 Compliance with Law. The Stockholders shall comply with all
applicable laws and regulations required for the valid and effective
consummation of the transactions contemplated hereby.
8.2 Notice. The Stockholders shall promptly notify Citadel in
writing upon the occurrence or the nonoccurrence of any event which does then,
or which upon the passing of time or the giving of notice would, constitute a
breach of or default under, or render misleading or untrue in any material
respect, any agreement, covenant, representation or warranty made by the
Stockholders in this Agreement.
8.3 Non-Solicitation. The Stockholders shall not directly or
indirectly solicit or negotiate with any Person (other than a party hereto) or
accept any proposal to acquire the
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Company or any of the Stations in whole or in part, including without limitation
an acquisition of all or substantially all of the assets of the Company or any
equity in the Company (including the Shares). Prior to the Closing, the
Stockholders shall not sell, assign, pledge or otherwise transfer any of the
Shares.
SECTION 9
COVENANTS OF CITADEL
From and after the date of this Agreement and until the earlier of the
Closing or the termination of this Agreement in accordance with its terms,
Citadel covenants and agrees with the Stockholders to:
9.1 Compliance with Law. Comply with all applicable laws and
regulations required for the valid and effective consummation of the
transactions contemplated hereby.
9.2 Notice. Promptly notify the Stockholders in writing upon the
occurrence or the nonoccurrence of any event which does then, or which upon the
passing of time or the giving of notice would, constitute a breach of or default
under, or render misleading or untrue in any material respect, any agreement,
covenant, representation or warranty made by Citadel in this Agreement.
SECTION 10
ADDITIONAL COVENANTS OF THE PARTIES
10.1 Application for Transfer of Control. As promptly as
practicable after the date of this Agreement, and in no event later than 10 days
after the date of this Agreement, the Company and Citadel shall file
applications (collectively, the "FCC Applications") with the FCC to approve the
transfer of control of the Stations from the Company to Citadel (the "FCC
Approval"). Citadel shall have primary responsibility for filing the FCC
Applications. The parties agree that they shall jointly prosecute the FCC
Applications (and shall cooperate with each other in the timely prosecution
thereof), in good faith and with due diligence, and within the time allowed
therefor by the rules and regulations of the FCC. The Company and Citadel shall
each promptly take all necessary actions on its or their part to obtain the FCC
Approval. Citadel shall advance the filing fee for the FCC Applications, and the
Stockholders shall reimburse Citadel for one-half of such filing fee at the
Closing (or upon the earlier termination of this Agreement). Subject to Section
16.7, all other costs and expenses incurred by each party in connection with the
filing and prosecution of the FCC Applications shall be paid by the party
incurring the cost or expense.
10.2 Brokerage. Each of the parties hereto represents and warrants
to each other that, except for Broker, no Person has provided services as a
broker, agent or finder in connection with the transactions contemplated by this
Agreement. As between the parties hereto, the
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Stockholders are fully responsible for the payment of, and shall pay at the
Closing, the entire broker's fee due to Broker in connection with the
transactions contemplated hereby. Each of the parties hereto shall each
indemnify and hold harmless the other parties hereto for any and all claims or
expenses, including attorneys' fees, asserted by any Person other than Broker
purporting to act on behalf of the respective indemnitor as a broker, agent or
finder in connection with the transactions contemplated by this Agreement.
10.3 [Intentionally Omitted]
10.4 Actions With FCC. In the event any investigation, order to
show cause, notice of violation, notice of apparent liability or a forfeiture,
material complaint, petition to deny or informal objection is instituted or
filed against any party hereto (whether in connection with the proceedings to
approve the FCC Applications or otherwise), such party shall promptly notify the
other parties hereto in writing of such occurrence and shall thereafter promptly
take all reasonable measures to contest the same in good faith and seek the
removal or favorable resolution of such action, order, notice or complaint.
10.5 Cooperation. During the seven-year period immediately after
the Closing, Citadel shall cooperate with the Stockholders in providing them all
information reasonably requested and permitting them access to all records
relating to the period of ownership of the Stations prior to the Closing. The
cost and expense in providing or permitting access to information hereunder
shall be borne by the Stockholders. The Stockholders, as a condition to being
provided with access to information hereunder, shall, at the request of Citadel,
execute a confidentiality agreement in form and substance reasonably acceptable
to Citadel in its reasonable discretion. Citadel may discard any such records
after such seven-year period if (i) Citadel notifies the Stockholders of
Citadel's intent to discard such records and (ii) the Stockholders do not,
within 30 days after receipt of such notice, make arrangements to take
possession of such records from Citadel.
10.6 HSR Filing. As promptly as practicable after the date of this
Agreement, and in no event later than 15 business days after the date of this
Agreement, the parties hereto shall complete and submit any filing that may be
required pursuant to the HSR Act (the "HSR Filing"). The parties hereto shall
diligently take, or fully cooperate in the taking of, all necessary and proper
steps, and provide any additional information reasonably requested, in order to
comply with the requirements of the HSR Act and to secure the expiration or
termination of all applicable waiting periods under the HSR Act. The parties
hereto shall use their best efforts to resolve objections, if any, that may be
asserted under the HSR Act or any other antitrust law in connection with the
transactions contemplated hereby. Citadel shall advance the filing fee
applicable to any HSR Filing, and the Stockholders shall reimburse Citadel for
one-half of such filing fee at the Closing (or upon the earlier termination of
this Agreement). Subject to Section 16.7, all other costs and expenses incurred
by each party in connection with the filing and prosecution of any HSR Filing
shall be paid by the party incurring the cost or expense.
10.7 Confidentiality. Each of the parties hereto will hold in
confidence, and will cause its respective directors, officers, employees,
accountants, counsel, financial advisors and other representatives and
Affiliates to hold in confidence, all non-public information received from
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another party hereto (collectively, "Confidential Information "); provided,
however, that the term "Confidential Information" does not include any
information which (a) at the time of disclosure or thereafter is generally
available to and known by the public (other than as a result of a disclosure
directly or indirectly by the party hereto which received such information (the
"Recipient")), (b) was available to the Recipient from a source other than the
other parties hereto or (c) has been independently acquired or developed by the
Recipient without violating any of its obligations under this Agreement. The
obligation to keep Confidential Information confidential shall not apply to any
information that is required to be disclosed pursuant to any court action or any
proceeding before a Governmental Authority. In the event this Agreement is
terminated for any reason, each party hereto, upon the request of another party
hereto, shall promptly return to the requesting party all copies of Confidential
Information in its possession and shall destroy all analysis, studies and
documents prepared by it which contain any Confidential Information.
10.8 Public Announcements. Citadel and the Company will consult
with each other before issuing, and provide each other the opportunity to
review, comment upon and concur with, any press release or other public
statements with respect to the transactions contemplated by this Agreement, and
shall not issue any such press release or make any such public statement prior
to such consultation, except as may be required by applicable law, court process
or by obligations pursuant to any listing agreement with any national securities
exchange or the National Association of Securities Dealers, Inc. The parties
agree that the initial press release to be issued with respect to the
transactions contemplated by this Agreement shall be in the form heretofore
agreed to by the parties.
10.9 No Inconsistent Action. No party hereto shall take any action
(a) inconsistent with his or its obligations under this Agreement or (b) that
would hinder or delay the consummation of the transactions contemplated by this
Agreement. In furtherance of the foregoing, from and after the date of this
Agreement and until the earlier to occur of the Closing or the termination of
this Agreement in accordance with its terms, Citadel shall not acquire, or enter
into any agreement to acquire, any radio station in any of the Markets unless
Citadel has obtained the prior written consent of the Stockholder Rep, which
consent shall not be unreasonably withheld or delayed.
10.10 Pending Acquisition. Tri-Cities Sub is a party to an Asset
Purchase Agreement dated as of January 10, 2000 (the "WGOC Agreement") with J.
T. Parker Broadcasting Corporation (the "WGOC Owner"), pursuant to which
Tri-Cities Sub has agreed to acquire substantially all of the assets of WGOC(AM)
licensed to Blountville, Tennessee ("WGOC") for approximately $850,000.00 (the
"Pending Acquisition"). Tri-Cities Sub and the WGOC Owner are also parties to a
Time Brokerage Agreement dated January 10, 2000 (the "WGOC TBA"), pursuant to
which Tri-Cities Sub has agreed to provide various services to the WGOC Owner
relating to WGOC. The Company shall use commercially reasonable efforts to
consummate the Pending Acquisition prior to the Closing in accordance with and
subject to the terms and conditions of the WGOC Agreement. In the event the
Pending Acquisition has been consummated prior to the Closing, from and after
the date on which the Pending Acquisition is consummated, the term "Stations"
and "Assets" shall include, respectively, WGOC and all of the assets relating
thereto; provided, however, for purposes of such inclusion, Citadel acknowledges
that the Company intends to operate WGOC consistent with the Company's past
practices.
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10.11 Stockholder Documents. The Company and the Stockholders hereby
(a) irrevocably waive any redemption rights, conversion rights, rights of first
offer, call rights, put rights, go-along rights and other similar rights and
restrictions (but excluding any vesting rights) set forth in the Stockholder
Documents or BBH's certificate of incorporation, as amended, solely with respect
to and solely to the extent arising as a result of the execution, delivery
and/or performance of this Agreement; and (b) agree that, effective as of the
Closing and without the need for any further action, each of the Stockholder
Documents shall automatically and irrevocably terminate, and any rights and
obligations thereunder shall be deemed extinguished.
SECTION 11
THE CLOSING
11.1 Closing Date. The Closing shall occur on a date mutually
selected by the Company and Citadel which is within 10 business days following
the later of (a) the date on which the FCC Approval has become a Final Order or
(b) the date on which all applicable waiting periods under the HSR Act have
expired or been terminated. The Closing shall begin at 10:00 a.m., local time,
on the date of the Closing (the "Closing Date") at the offices of Eckert Seamans
Cherin & Mellott, LLC, 600 Grant Street, 44th Floor, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
15219, counsel for Citadel, or on such other date and at such other time and
place as the parties may agree in writing.
11.2 Actions to be Taken at the Closing. The following actions
shall be taken at the Closing:
(a) Delivery of Purchase Price. Citadel shall deliver to the
Stockholders the Purchase Price in accordance with Section 2.2.
(b) Payment of Senior Debt and Subordinated Debt. Citadel
shall pay and discharge in full the Senior Debt and the Subordinated Debt.
(c) Delivery of Documents. Each of the parties shall deliver
to the other parties all agreements, certificates and other documents required
to be delivered by it or him pursuant to the terms of this Agreement or as a
condition precedent to the other parties' obligations under this Agreement,
including without limitation the following:
(i) The Company shall execute and deliver the Closing
Certificate.
(ii) The Stockholders shall deliver stock
certificates evidencing the Shares, together with duly executed stock powers.
(iii) The Company shall deliver resignations of each
officer and director of BBH, BBC and the Operating Subsidiaries.
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SECTION 12
CONDITIONS TO THE OBLIGATION OF BBH AND THE STOCKHOLDERS
The obligation of BBH and the Stockholders to consummate the
transactions contemplated by this Agreement at the Closing is subject to the
following conditions precedent, any or all of which may be waived by them in
their sole discretion (other than those set forth in Sections 12.6 and 12.7):
12.1 Opinion of Citadel's Counsel. The Stockholders shall have
received an opinion of counsel for Citadel, dated the Closing Date, in form and
substance reasonably satisfactory to the Stockholders, as to the matters set
forth on Exhibit B hereto.
12.2 Representations, Warranties and Covenants. The representations
and warranties of Citadel contained herein shall be true and correct in all
material respects at and as of the Closing with the same effect as though all
such representations and warranties were made at and as of the Closing (except
for representations and warranties expressly and specifically relating to a time
or times other than the Closing, which shall be true and correct in all material
respects at and as of the time or times specified); provided, however, that to
the extent any of such representations or warranties is modified by a
materiality standard or by reference to Material Adverse Effect, such
representation or warranty shall be true and correct as set forth therein as of
the date hereof and as of the Closing Date. Citadel shall have complied in all
material respects with all of its covenants, undertakings and agreements
contained herein to be complied with at or prior to the Closing; provided,
however, that to the extent any of such covenants, undertakings or agreements is
modified by a materiality standard or by reference to Material Adverse Effect,
such covenant, undertaking or agreement shall have been complied with in all
respects. Citadel shall have delivered to the Stockholders a certificate
confirming the matters set forth in this Section 12.2, which certificate shall
be dated the Closing Date and signed by an officer of Citadel.
12.3 No Litigation. No injunction relating to any action, suit or
proceeding against Citadel, the Company or the Stockholders prohibiting the
consummation of any of the transactions contemplated by this Agreement or any
action by any Governmental Authority shall have been issued and remain in
effect.
12.4 Other Certificates. The Stockholders shall have received a
certificate as to the good standing of Citadel in the State of Nevada, as of a
date not more than 20 days before the Closing, and such other certificates,
instruments and other documents, in form and substance reasonably satisfactory
to the Stockholders, as the Stockholders shall have reasonably requested in
connection with the transactions contemplated hereby.
12.5 Corporate Action. All corporate action necessary to authorize
the execution, delivery and performance by Citadel of this Agreement and the
transactions contemplated hereby shall have been duly and validly taken by
Citadel, and Citadel shall have delivered to the Stockholders certified copies
of the resolutions of Citadel's board of directors authorizing the
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execution and performance of this Agreement and authorizing or ratifying the
acts of their officers and employees in carrying out the terms and provisions of
this Agreement.
12.6 FCC Approval. The FCC Approval shall have been obtained and
shall have become a Final Order.
12.7 HSR Clearance. All applicable waiting periods under the HSR
Act shall have expired or been terminated.
SECTION 13
CONDITIONS TO THE OBLIGATION OF CITADEL
The obligation of Citadel to consummate the transactions contemplated
by this Agreement at the Closing is subject to the following conditions
precedent, any or all of which may be waived by Citadel in its sole discretion
(other than those set forth in Sections 13.7 and 13.8):
13.1 Opinion of the Company's and the Stockholders' Counsel.
Citadel shall have received one or more opinions of counsel for the Company and
the Stockholders dated the Closing Date, in form and substance reasonably
satisfactory to Citadel, as to the matters set forth on Exhibit C hereto.
13.2 Representations, Warranties and Covenants. The representations
and warranties of BBH and the Stockholders contained herein shall be true and
correct in all material respects at and as of the Closing with the same effect
as though all such representations and warranties were made at and as of the
Closing (except for representations and warranties expressly and specifically
relating to a time or times other than the Closing, which shall be true and
correct in all material respects at and as of the time or times specified);
provided, however, that to the extent any of such representations or warranties
is modified by a materiality standard or by reference to Material Adverse
Effect, such representation or warranty shall be true and correct as set forth
therein as of the date hereof and as of the Closing Date. BBH and the
Stockholders shall have complied in all material respects with all of their
covenants, undertaking and agreements contained herein to be complied with at or
prior to the Closing; provided, however, that to the extent any of such
covenants, undertakings or agreements is modified by a materiality standard or
by reference to Material Adverse Effect, such covenant, undertaking or agreement
shall have been complied with in all respects . BBH and the Stockholders shall
have delivered to Citadel a certificate confirming the matters set forth in this
Section 13.2, which certificate shall be dated the Closing Date and signed by or
on behalf of each Stockholder and BBH.
13.3 No Litigation. No injunction relating to any action, suit or
proceeding against the Company, the Stockholders or Citadel prohibiting the
consummation of any of the transactions contemplated by this Agreement or any
action by any Governmental Authority shall have been issued and remain in
effect.
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13.4 Other Certificates. Citadel shall have received a certificate
as to the good standing of BBH, BBC and each of the Operating Subsidiaries as a
corporation in each state where organized and qualified, each as of a date not
more than 20 days before the Closing, and such other certificates, instruments
and other documents, in form and substance reasonably satisfactory to Citadel,
as Citadel shall have reasonably requested in connection with the transactions
contemplated by this Agreement.
13.5 Corporate Action. All action necessary to authorize the
execution, delivery and performance by BBH and each Stockholder (other than
individuals) of this Agreement and the transactions contemplated hereby shall
have been duly and validly taken by BBH and such Stockholders, and BBH and such
Stockholders shall have delivered to Citadel certified copies of the resolutions
authorizing the execution and performance of this Agreement and authorizing or
ratifying the acts of their officers and employees in carrying out the terms and
provisions of this Agreement.
13.6 Mandatory Consents. All Mandatory Consents shall have been
obtained (except as otherwise provided in Section 6.12).
13.7 FCC Approval. The FCC Approval shall have been obtained and
shall have become a Final Order.
13.8 HSR Clearance. All applicable waiting periods under the HSR
Act shall have expired or been terminated.
SECTION 14
INDEMNIFICATION
14.1 Indemnification by the Stockholders. Subject to the
limitations and procedures set forth in this Section 14 and in Section 15.3,
each Stockholder, severally to the extent of such Stockholder's percentage
ownership of BBH as of the Closing Date as set forth in the Equity Percentage
Letter (or in accordance with Schedule 1 hereto if the Equity Percentage Letter
is not delivered), and not jointly, shall indemnify and hold harmless Citadel
and its stockholders, officers, directors and employees from and against all
losses, claims, demands, damages, liabilities, obligations, costs and/or
expenses, including without limitation reasonable fees and disbursements of
counsel (hereinafter referred to collectively as "Damages"), which are sustained
or incurred by Citadel, to the extent that such Damages are sustained or
incurred by reason of (a) the breach of any of the obligations or covenants of
BBH or such Stockholder in this Agreement, (b) the breach of any of the
representations or warranties made by BBH or such Stockholder in this Agreement,
(c) any inaccuracy in the Closing Certificate or any other document delivered by
BBH or such Stockholder at the Closing pursuant to this Agreement, (d) the
matters set forth in Section 3.22 of Company's Disclosure Schedule, net of (i)
insurance proceeds actually received by Citadel and (ii) amounts actually
received by Citadel from escrow, with respect to such matters, or (e) item no. 3
set forth in Section 3.25 of Company's Disclosure
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Schedule (provided, however, that the indemnification obligation pursuant to
this clause (e) shall survive for a period of 36 months after the Closing Date).
14.2 Indemnification by Citadel. Subject to the limitations and
procedures set forth in this Section 14, Citadel shall indemnify and hold
harmless the Stockholders and their respective partners, stockholders, officers,
directors and employees from and against any and all Damages sustained or
incurred by them, to the extent that such Damages are sustained or incurred by
reason of (a) the breach of any of the obligations or covenants of Citadel in
this Agreement or (b) the breach of any of the representations or warranties
made by Citadel in this Agreement.
14.3 Procedure for Indemnification. In the event that any party to
this Agreement shall incur any Damages in respect of which indemnity may be
sought by such party pursuant to this Section 14 or any other provision of this
Agreement, the party indemnified hereunder (the "Indemnitee") shall notify the
party providing indemnification (the "Indemnitor") promptly. In the case of
third party claims, such notice shall in any event be given within 10 days of
the filing or assertion of any claim against the Indemnitee stating the nature
and basis of such claim; provided, however, that any delay or failure to notify
any Indemnitor of any claim shall not relieve it from any liability except to
the extent that the Indemnitor demonstrates that the defense of such action has
been materially prejudiced by such delay or failure to notify. In the case of
third party claims, the Indemnitor shall, within 10 days of receipt of notice of
such claim, notify the Indemnitee of its intention to assume the defense of such
claim. If the Indemnitor assumes the defense of the claim, the Indemnitor shall
have the right and obligation (a) to conduct any proceedings or negotiations in
connection therewith and necessary or appropriate to defend the Indemnitee, (b)
to take all other required steps or proceedings to settle or defend any such
claims, and (c) to employ counsel to contest any such claim or liability in the
name of the Indemnitee or otherwise. If the Indemnitor shall not assume the
defense of any such claim or litigation resulting therefrom, the Indemnitee may
defend against any such claim or litigation in such manner as it may deem
appropriate and the Indemnitee may settle such claim or litigation on such terms
as it may deem appropriate, and assert against the Indemnitor any rights or
claims to which the Indemnitee is entitled. Payment of Damages shall be made
within 10 days of a final determination of a claim.
A final determination of a disputed claim shall be (a) a judgment of
any court determining the validity of disputed claim, if no appeal is pending
from such judgment or if the time to appeal therefrom has elapsed, (b) an award
of any arbitration determining the validity of such disputed claim, if there is
not pending any motion to set aside such award or if the time within to move to
set such award aside has elapsed, (c) a written termination of the dispute with
respect to such claim signed by all of the parties thereto or their attorneys,
(d) a written acknowledgment of the Indemnitor that it no longer disputes the
validity of such claim, or (e) such other evidence of final determination of a
disputed claim as shall be acceptable to the parties.
14.4 Survival.
(a) The Stockholders. Each of the representations and
warranties made by BBH and the Stockholders in this Agreement shall survive for
a period of 18 months after the
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Closing Date, notwithstanding any investigation at any time made by or on behalf
of Citadel, and upon the expiration of such 18-month period such representations
and warranties shall expire except as follows: (i) the representations and
warranties contained in Sections 3.1 through 3.9, 3.12, 3.15(a), 3.15(f)(i),
3.18, 3.25, 3.26, 4.1 and 4.2 shall expire upon the earlier to occur of (x) the
date which is 36 months after the Closing Date and (y) the expiration of the
statute of limitations applicable to the pertinent claim; and (ii) the
representations and warranties contained in Section 4.3 shall not expire but
shall continue indefinitely. No claim for the recovery of Damages may be
asserted by Citadel against the Stockholders after such representations and
warranties shall thus expire; provided, however, that claims for Damages first
asserted in writing within the applicable period shall not thereafter be barred.
(b) Citadel. Each of the representations and warranties made
by Citadel in this Agreement shall survive for a period of 18 months after the
Closing Date, notwithstanding any investigation at any time made by or on behalf
of the Stockholders, and upon the expiration of such 18-month period such
representations and warranties shall expire, except that the representations and
warranties of Citadel contained in Sections 5.1 and 5.2 shall expire upon the
earlier to occur of (x) the date which is 36 months after the Closing Date and
(y) the expiration of the statute of limitations applicable to the pertinent
claim. No claim for the recovery of Damages may be asserted by the Stockholders
against Citadel or its successors in interest after such representations and
warranties shall thus expire; provided, however, that claims for Damages first
asserted in writing within the applicable period shall not thereafter be barred.
14.5 Limitation of Stockholders' Liability. Notwithstanding
anything in this Agreement to the contrary (other than Section 15.3), the
obligation of the Stockholders to indemnify Citadel shall be subject to the
following:
(a) Threshold. Citadel shall not be entitled to recover
Damages pursuant to clause (b) or (e) of Section 14.1 (other than Damages
arising by reason of a breach of the representations and warranties made in
Section 4.3) until the aggregate of all such Damages suffered by Citadel
(excluding Pre-Closing Damages of $500,000 or less) exceeds $500,000 (the
"Threshold"); provided, however, that once such aggregate exceeds the Threshold,
Citadel may recover all such Damages (excluding Pre-Closing Damages of $500,000
or less) suffered since the Closing Date without regard to the Threshold.
(b) Ceiling. Citadel shall not be entitled to recover Damages
pursuant to Section 14.1 in excess of $40,000,000; provided, however, that with
respect to Damages arising by reason of a breach of the representations and
warranties made in Section 4.3, Citadel shall not be entitled to recover Damages
in excess of the Purchase Price.
(c) Exclusive Remedy. Except as provided in Section 15 and
except with respect to any claim for Damages relating to any fraudulent breach
of a representation, warranty or covenant of BBH or the Stockholders, subsequent
to the Closing, indemnification under this Section 14 shall be the exclusive
remedy of Citadel with respect to any legal, equitable or other claim for relief
based upon this Agreement.
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(d) Exceptions. The limitations set forth in this Section 14.5
shall not apply with respect to any claim for Damages relating to any fraudulent
breach of a representation, warranty or covenant of BBH or the Stockholders, nor
shall there be any survival limitation for any such claim.
14.6 Limitation of Citadel's Liability. Notwithstanding anything in
this Agreement to the contrary, the obligation of Citadel to indemnify the
Stockholders shall be subject to the following:
(a) Threshold. The Stockholders shall not be entitled to
recover Damages pursuant to clause (b) of Section 14.2 until the aggregate of
all such Damages suffered by the Stockholders exceeds the Threshold; provided,
however, that once such aggregate exceeds the Threshold, the Stockholders may
recover all such Damages suffered since the Closing Date without regard to the
Threshold.
(b) Ceiling. The Stockholders shall not be entitled to recover
Damages pursuant to Section 14.2 in excess of $40,000,000.
(c) Exclusive Remedy. Except as provided in Section 15 and
except with respect to any claim for Damages relating to any fraudulent breach
of a representation, warranty or covenant of Citadel, subsequent to the Closing,
indemnification under this Section 14 shall be the exclusive remedy of the
Stockholders with respect to any legal, equitable or other claim for relief
based upon this Agreement.
(d) Exceptions. The limitations set forth in this Section 14.6
shall not apply with respect to any claim for Damages relating to any fraudulent
breach of a representation, warranty or covenant of Citadel, nor shall there be
any survival limitation for any such claim.
SECTION 15
TERMINATION OF AGREEMENT; ADDITIONAL REMEDIES
15.1 Manner. This Agreement and the transactions contemplated
hereby may be terminated prior to completion of the Closing:
(a) by mutual written consent of Citadel, BBH and the
Stockholders;
(b) by either Citadel, BBH or the Stockholders upon providing
written notice to the other party at any time after the first anniversary of the
date of this Agreement if the FCC Approval has not been granted by the FCC, but
only if the party providing such notice is not then in material breach of this
Agreement;
(c) by Citadel, upon providing written notice to BBH and the
Stockholders, if as of the Closing Date any of the conditions in Section 13
(except Section 13.7 or 13.8) has not been satisfied or waived by Citadel in
writing, provided (i) Citadel is not then in material breach
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of this Agreement and (ii) BBH and the Stockholders have not cured the breach or
default giving rise to such failed condition within 15 days after delivery of
such written notice;
(d) by BBH and the Stockholders, upon providing written notice
to Citadel, if as of the Closing Date any of the conditions in Section 12
(except Section 12.6 or 12.7) has not been satisfied or waived by BBH and the
Stockholders in writing, provided (i) BBH and the Stockholders are not then in
material breach of this Agreement and (ii) Citadel has not cured the breach or
default giving rise to such failed condition within 15 days after delivery of
such written notice;
(e) by BBH and the Stockholders, upon providing written notice
to Citadel, if Citadel fails to consummate the transactions contemplated hereby
after all conditions in Section 13 have been satisfied, provided BBH and the
Stockholders are not then in material breach of this Agreement;
(f) by Citadel, upon providing written notice to BBH and the
Stockholders, if BBH or the Stockholders fail to consummate the transactions
contemplated hereby after all conditions in Section 12 have been satisfied,
provided Citadel is not then in material breach of this Agreement;
(g) by Citadel, BBH or the Stockholders upon denial by the FCC
of the FCC Applications; or
(h) by Citadel, BBH or the Stockholders if any court of
competent jurisdiction in the United States or any other United States
governmental body shall have issued an order, decree or ruling or taken any
other action restraining, enjoining or otherwise prohibiting the transactions
contemplated by this Agreement, and such order, decree, ruling or other actions
shall have become final and non-appealable.
15.2 Additional Remedies.
(a) In the event of the termination of this Agreement by BBH
and the Stockholders pursuant to Section 15.1(d) or 15.1(e) (any such event
being a "Draw Condition"), BBH shall be entitled to draw upon and receive the
proceeds of the Letter of Credit; provided, however, that such proceeds shall
not constitute liquidated damages and BBH and the Stockholders shall be entitled
to recover only actual damages (including not only the costs incurred by BBH or
any Stockholder but any losses suffered by reason of realizing less than the
Purchase Price upon any subsequent sale of the Company (i.e., the so-called
"benefit of the bargain" or expectancy damages)) they suffer as a result of such
termination and the breach relating to such damages. In the event of any other
termination of this Agreement pursuant to any other provision of Section 15.1,
Citadel shall be entitled to a return of, and BBH shall return to Citadel, the
original Letter of Credit for cancellation.
(b) The parties recognize and agree that Citadel has relied on
this Agreement and expended considerable effort and resources related to the
transactions contemplated hereby, that the rights and benefits conferred upon
Citadel herein are unique, and that damages may not
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be adequate to compensate Citadel in the event BBH or the Stockholders
improperly refuse to consummate the transactions contemplated hereby. The
parties therefore agree that Citadel shall be entitled, at its option and in
lieu of terminating this Agreement pursuant to Section 15.1, to have this
Agreement specifically enforced by a court of competent jurisdiction in addition
all other remedies available at law or in equity; provided, however, that
Citadel may not specifically enforce this Agreement if Citadel has previously
terminated this Agreement and received the original Letter of Credit.
15.3 Pre-Closing Damages. Notwithstanding anything in this
Agreement to the contrary, prior to the Closing, the Company shall deliver to
Citadel in writing a supplement (the "Company's Disclosure Supplement") which
shall set forth (x) inaccuracies in, or other breaches of, the representations
and warranties of the Company and the Stockholders contained herein as of the
date hereof and as of immediately prior to the Closing, (y) the failure of the
Company or the Stockholders to comply with their respective covenants,
undertakings and agreements contained herein and (z) the aggregate amount of
Damages (collectively, "Pre-Closing Damages") which Citadel could reasonably be
expected to incur as a result of the matters described in clauses (x) and (y)
above. The Stockholders shall not have any liability to Citadel or its
stockholders, officers, directors or employees with respect to Pre-Closing
Damages which are equal to or less than $500,000 in the aggregate, and from and
after the Closing, Citadel shall be liable for such Pre-Closing Damages (to the
extent less than or equal to $500,000). The parties hereto acknowledge and agree
that this Section 15.3 shall function independently of the Threshold under
Section 14.5 and Pre-Closing Damages for which Citadel becomes liable hereunder
shall not be included in any calculation of the Threshold pursuant to Section
14.5.
SECTION 16
GENERAL
16.1 Survival of Representations and Warranties. Each
representation and warranty herein contained shall survive the Closing for the
periods described in Section 14.4, notwithstanding any investigation at any time
made by or on behalf of any party to this Agreement.
16.2 Governing Law. This Agreement shall be governed by and
construed in accordance with the internal laws, and not the laws of conflicts,
of the State of Nevada.
16.3 Notices. Any notices or other communications required or
permitted under this Agreement shall be delivered personally or sent by
registered or certified mail, postage prepaid, delivered by overnight delivery
or sent by facsimile, addressed as follows:
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To Citadel: Citadel Broadcasting Company
7201 West Lake Mead Boulevard
Suite 400
Las Vegas, Nevada 89128
Attn: Donna L. Heffner
Fax: (702) 804-5936
With copy to: Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC
600 Grant Street, 44th Floor
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15219
Attn: Gregory A. Weingart, Esq.
Fax: (412) 566-6099
To the Stockholders: Media/Communications Partners III Limited Partnership
One Liberty Square
13th Floor
Boston, Massachusetts 02109
Attn: Stephen F. Gormley
Fax: (617) 790-9401
With copy to: Goodwin, Procter & Hoar LLP
Exchange Place
Boston, Massachusetts 02109
Attn: David F. Dietz, P.C.
Fax: (617) 523-1231
or such other addresses as shall be similarly furnished in writing by either
party. Such notices or communications shall be deemed to have been given as of
the date of personal delivery, or if mailed, the date the return receipt is
signed or the date on which delivery is refused, or if delivered by overnight
delivery or facsimile, on the date of receipt.
16.4 Entire Agreement. This instrument supersedes all prior
communications, understandings and agreements of or among the parties with
respect to the subject matter of this Agreement and contains the entire
agreement among the parties with respect to the transactions contemplated by
this Agreement. Except as otherwise set forth in this Agreement, there are no
other representations, warranties or covenants of any party hereto with respect
to the subject matter of this Agreement.
16.5 Headings. The headings of this Agreement are inserted for
convenience only and shall not constitute a part of this Agreement.
16.6 Schedules and Exhibits. All schedules and exhibits annexed to
this Agreement are hereby incorporated in this Agreement by this reference.
16.7 Expenses. Each party shall bear its or his own costs and
expenses incurred by it or him in connection with the transactions contemplated
by this Agreement; provided, however,
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that the Stockholders shall bear all of the costs and expenses incurred by the
Company in connection with the transactions contemplated hereby.
16.8 Amendment. This Agreement may be amended, modified or
superseded, and any of the terms, covenants, representations, warranties or
conditions hereof may be waived, only by a written instrument executed on behalf
of all of the parties or, in the case of a waiver, by the party waiving
compliance.
16.9 Waiver. The failure of any party at any time or times to
require performance of any provision of this Agreement shall in no manner affect
the right to enforce that provision or any other provision of this Agreement at
any time thereafter.
16.10 Assignment. Neither this Agreement nor any of the rights or
obligations under this Agreement may be assigned by any party without the prior
written consent, in its or his sole discretion, of each other party. Subject to
the foregoing, this Agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of
the parties hereto and their respective successors and assigns, and no other
Person shall have any right, benefit or obligation under this Agreement.
16.11 Prior Control. Until the Closing, the Company shall maintain
control of each Station.
16.12 Counterparts; Fax Signatures. This Agreement may be executed
in one or more counterparts, each of which together shall constitute a single
instrument. Signatures on this Agreement transmitted by facsimile shall be
deemed to be original signatures for all purposes of this Agreement.
16.13 Company Obligations. Prior to the earlier of the Closing or
the termination of this Agreement in accordance with its terms, BBH shall be
responsible for all representations, warranties, obligations, undertakings and
agreements of the Company herein.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the undersigned have executed this Agreement as of
the date first above written.
BLOOMINGTON BROADCASTING HOLDINGS, INC.
By: /s/ Ken Maness
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Title: President
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MEDIA/COMMUNICATIONS PARTNERS III
LIMITED PARTNERSHIP
By: M/C III L.L.C., General Partner
By: /s/ Stephen F. Gormley
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Title: Manager
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M/C INVESTORS L.L.C.
By: /s/ Stephen F. Gormley
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Title: Manager
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FIRST UNION CAPITAL PARTNERS
By: /s/ Scott Perper
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Title: Senior Vice President
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BLOOMINGTON BROADCASTING CORP.
EMPLOYEES PROFIT SHARE 401(k)
By: /s/ Chris Ralb, Trustee
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By: IAA Trust Company
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Title: Assistant Trust Officer
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[Signatures continued from previous page]
/s/ Kenneth H. Maness
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Kenneth H. Maness
/s/ Richard D. Johnson
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Richard D. Johnson
/s/ William L. McElveen
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William L. McElveen
/s/ Donald G. Munson
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Donald G. Munson
/s/ Dan Brown
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Dan Brown
/s/ Donald Raines
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Donald Raines
/s/ Barclay A. Brandmiller
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Barclay A. Brandmiller
CITADEL BROADCASTING COMPANY
By: /s/ Lawrence R. Wilson
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Title: Chief Executive Officer
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Index of Schedules and Exhibits
Schedule 1 - Stockholders
Schedule 2 - Stations
Schedule 3 - Citadel's Disclosure Schedule
Schedule 4 - Company's Disclosure Schedule
Exhibit A - Letter of Credit
Exhibit B - Form of Opinion of Counsel for Citadel
Exhibit C - Form of Opinion of Counsel for the Company and the Stockholders
[Pursuant to Regulation S-K Item 601(b)(2), Registrant agrees to furnish
supplementally a copy of these schedules and exhibits to the Securities and
Exchange Commission upon request.]
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Exhibit 23.1
CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS
The Board of Directors
Citadel Broadcasting Company:
We consent to incorporation by reference in the registration statement filed
(No. 333-92593) on Form S-3 of Citadel Broadcasting Company of our report dated
February 29, 2000, relating to the consolidated balance sheets of Citadel
Broadcasting Company and subsidiary as of December 31, 1998 and 1999, and the
related consolidated statements of operations, shareholder's equity and cash
flows for each of the years in the three-year period ended December 31, 1999,
which report appears in Form 10-K of Citadel Broadcasting Company dated
March 30, 2000.
/s/ KPMG LLP
Phoenix, Arizona
March 30, 2000
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THIS SCHEDULE CONTAINS SUMMARY FINANCIAL INFORMATION EXTRACTED FROM FINANCIAL
STATEMENTS IN CITADEL BROADCASTING COMPANY'S FORM 10-K FOR THE YEAR ENDED
DECEMBER 31, 1999 AND IS QUALIFIED IN ITS ENTIRETY BY REFERENCE TO SUCH
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS.
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