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ACTION
To: Board of Directors
From: Regina Wise
Date. June 07, 2017
Subject: Consideration of the Audited Financial Report for FY16
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1. WHY THIS MATTER IS BEFORE THE BOARD
The District is required to have its financial records audited each year. As the Board is
responsible for hiring auditors, the auditors present their findings directly to the Board.
2. HISTORY
In 2016 the Board extended the contract with the independent accounting firm Moss
Adams, LLP to perform the District's audits for 2016 through 2018.
3. NEW INFORMATION
Moss -Adams conducted the 2016 audit of the District's financial records. In
November 2016 Moss -Adams conducted initial assessments of financial data and
internal controls and in March 2017 conducted final testing of the financial statement
balances as of December 31, 2016. The result of the audit is an "unqualified" opinion
on the attached annual financial statements which is the highest level of assurance an
auditor can provide relative to the fairness and accuracy of the financial statements
being presented. Keith Simovic with Moss -Adams will present these results to the
Board, in addition to reviewing the attached findings related to internal control matters
identified in the attached communications letter.
In reference to significant accounting policies, in FY16 there were no changes in the
application of existing accounting policies and only one new accounting policy was
implemented. The District implemented GASB Statement No. 72, Fair Value
Measurement and Application (GASB 72) in FY16. This statement provides guidance
for determining a fair value measurement for financial reporting purposes.
Implementation of this standard did not have a significant impact on the District's
financial reporting.
Further areas of focus for the FY16 audit included reviewing significant accounting
estimates used in the preparation of the financials, specifically unbilled revenue,
allowance for doubtful accounts, recovery periods for the cost of plant, other post.
employment benefit obligations, pension liability and related pension expense, and
valuation of investments and all were determined valid in relation to the financial
statements as presented. The audit procedures also included extensive review of the
financial statement disclosures, and review for misstatements and no misstatements
were detected.
Attached are draft copies of the audited financial statements and communication
letter.
4. FISCAL IMPACT
This is a report of the financial activity for 2016. There is no fiscal impact associated
with this item.
5. RECOMMENDATION
Accept the Audited Financial Reports for 2016.
Jeremy Popov
Administrative Services Manager
Michael D. Holley
General Manager
TRUCKEE DONNER
PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Including Report of Independent Auditors
December 31, 2016 and 2015
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Report of Independent Auditors................................................................................................1
Management's Discussion and Analysis......................................................................................3
FinancialStatements...............................................................................................................9
Consolidated Statements of Net Position........................................................................10
Consolidated Statements of Revenues, Expenses and Changes in Net Position.....................13
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows.........................................................................14
Notes to Financial Statements.................................................................................................16
Required Supplementary Information........................................................................................52
Cost Sharing Defined Benefit Pension Plans...................................................................53
Position of Post Employment Benefit Plans.....................................................................55
Supplementary Information.....................................................................................................56
Consolidating Statement of Net Position.........................................................................57
Consolidating Statement of Revenues, Expenses and Changes in Net Position.....................59
Consolidating Statement of Cash Flows........................................................................60
MOSS ADAMSaCOM
REPORT OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS
The Board of Directors
Truckee Donner Public Utility District
Report on the Financial Statements
We have audited the accompanying consolidated financial statements of Truckee Donner Public Utility
District (the "District"), which comprise the consolidated statements of net position as of December 31,
2016 and 2015, and the related consolidated statements of revenues, expenses and changes in net
position, and cash flows for the years then ended, and the related notes to the consolidated financial
statements.
Management's Responsibility for the Financial Statements
Management is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of these consolidated financial
statements in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America;
this includes the design, implementation, and maintenance of internal control relevant to the
preparation and fair presentation of consolidated financial statements that are free from material
misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.
Auditor's Responsibility
Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these consolidated financial statements based on our
audits. We conducted our audits in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United
States of America. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audits to obtain reasonable
assurance about whether the consolidated financial statements are free from material misstatement.
An audit involves performing procedures to obtain audit evidence about the amounts and disclosures in
the consolidated financial statements. The procedures selected depend on the auditor's judgment,
including the assessment of the risks of material misstatement of the consolidated financial statements,
whether due to fraud or error. In making those risk assessments, the auditor considers internal control
relevant to the entity's preparation and fair presentation of the consolidated financial statements in
order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of
expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the entity's internal control. Accordingly, we express no
such opinion. An audit also includes evaluating the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the
reasonableness of significant accounting estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the
overall presentation of the consolidated financial statements.
We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for
our audit opinion.
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REPORT OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS (continued)
Opinion
In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material
respects, the financial position of Truckee Donner Public Utility District as of December 31, 2016 and
2015, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for the years then ended in accordance with
accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.
Other Matter
Required Supplementary Information
Accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America require that management's
discussion and analysis, the schedule of the District's proportionate share of the net pension liability, the
schedule of contributions, and retiree health plan funding history, be presented to supplement the
consolidated financial statements. Such information, although not a part of the consolidated financial
statements, is required by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board who considers it to be an
essential part of financial reporting for placing the consolidated financial statements in an appropriate
operational, economic, or historical context. We have applied certain limited procedures in the required
supplementary information in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United
States of America, which consisted of inquiries of management about the methods of preparing the
information and comparing the information for consistency with management's responses to our
inquiries, the consolidated financial statements, and other knowledge we obtained during our audit of
the consolidated financial statements. We do not express an opinion or provide any assurance on the
information because the limited procedures do not provide us with sufficient evidence to express an
opinion or provide any assurance.
Other Supplementary Information
Our audits were conducted for the purpose of forming opinions on the consolidated financial_statements
that collectively comprise the District's consolidated financial statements. The consolidating statements
of net position, statements of revenues, expenses and changes in net position and cash flows as of and
for the year ended December 31, 2016 are presented for purposes of additional analysis and are not a
required part of the financial statements. Such information is the responsibility of management and was
derived from and relates directly to the underlying accounting and other records used to prepare the
consolidated financial statements. The consolidating statements of net position, statements of revenues,
expenses and changes in net position and cash flows have been subjected to the auditing procedures
applied in the audit of the consolidated financial statements and certain other procedures, including
comparing and reconciling such information directly to the underlying accounting and other records
used to prepare the consolidated financial statements or to the consolidated financial statements
themselves, and other additional procedures in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted
in the United States of America. In our opinion, the consolidating statements of net position, statements
of revenues, expenses and changes in net position and cash flows are fairly stated in all material respects
in relation to the financial statements as a whole.
Portland, Oregon
June 7, 2017
TRUCKEE DONNER PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT
MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
As financial management of the Truckee Donner Public Utty District (the District), we offer readers of
these financial statements this narrative overview and analysis of the financial activities of the District for
the years ended December 31, 2016 and 2015. This discussion and analysis is designed to assist the
reader in focusing on the significant financial topics, provide an overview of the District's financial activity
and identify changes in the District's financial position.
We encourage readers to consider the information presented here in conjunction with that presented within
the basic financial statements. The reader should take time to read and evaluate all sections of this report,
including the footnotes and other supplementary information that is provided, in addition to this
management discussion and analysis.
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
The District's current assets increased $1.1 million (2.8%)from $37.6 million at December 31, 2015 to $38.7
million at December 31, 2016, predominantly due to higher than anticipated revenues for the Electric Utility.
The District's total net position increased $4.7 million (6.0%) from $74.5 million at December 31, 2015, to
$79.2 million at December 31, 2016. The increase is primarily attributed to a $3.4 million increase for the
Electric Utility for 2016.
Operating revenues increased $2.6 million (8%) from $33.0 million in 2015 to $35.6 million in 2016. Electric
revenues increased 6.09io in 2016 as the District experienced higher energy consumption related to an
extreme winter resulting in high tourist visitation. Water revenues increased 11.8%; primarily due to a 6%
water rate increase in 2016 in addition to changes in the state mandated drought regulations.
Operating expenses of the District increased $2.2 million (6.6%) from $30.9 million in 2015 to $33.1 million
in 2016. Electric expense increased 6.9% and Water expense increased 7.1 %primarily attributed to $1.4
million in additional expense for Pension and Other Post -Employee Benefits required to comply with GASB
68 and updated requirements for GASB 45 (see note 9).
Compared to 2015, the overall non -operating revenues remained nearly flat at $3.7 million in 2016 and
2015 respectfully. Non -operating expenses decreased $0.1 million from $3.3 million in 2015 to $3.2 million
in 2016.
In October 2016, the District had two bond refundings (refinance). For the Water Utility the remaining
portion of the 2006 COP was refunded providing the District with a net present value savings of $222,000
over the term of the bond. For the Electric Utility the Pension Sidefund Obligation Bond was refunded,
providing the District with a net present value savings of $164,000 over the term of the bond (See Note 5).
No other new debt was issued in 2016.
OVERVIEW OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
This report includes Management's Discussion and Analysis, the Independent Auditors' Report, the Basic
Financial Statements, (which includes the notes to the financial statements), Required Supplementary
Information and additional Supplementary Information.
See accompanying auditors' report.
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TRUCKEE DONNER PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT
MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
REQUIRED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
The financial statements of the District are designed to provide readers with a broad overview of the
District's finances similar to a private -sector business. They have been prepared using the accrual basis of
accounting in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America
(GAAP). Under this basis of accounting, revenues are recognized in the period in which they are earned
and expenses are recognized in the period in which they are incurred, regardless of the timing of related
cash flows. These statements offer short-term and long-term financial information about the District's
activities.
The reporting entity consists of the primary government, which provides two utilities (electric utility and
water utility), and the blended component units. Further details about the component units are provided in
note 1(A).
The Consolidated Statement of Net Position presents information on all of the District's assets and
liabilities, and provides information about the nature and amounts of investments in resources (assets) and
the obligations to District creditors (liabilities). It also provides the basis for computing rate of return,
evaluating the capital structure of the District, and assessing the liquidity and financial flexibility of the
District.
All of the current year's revenues and expenses are reported in the Consolidated Statements of
Revenues, Expenses, and Changes in Net Position. This statement provides a measurement of the
District's operations over the past year and can be used to determine whether the District has successfully
recovered all its costs through its rates and other charges.
The Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows provides relevant information about the District's cash
receipts and cash payments during the reporting period. This statement reports cash receipts and cash
payments resulting from operating, non -capital financing, capital and related financing, and investing
activities. When used with related disclosures and information in the other financial statements, the
statement of cash flows should provide insight into (a) the District's ability to generate future net cash flows,
(b) the District's ability to meet its obligations as they come due, (c) the District's needs for external
financing, (d) the reasons for differences between operating income and associated cash receipts and
payments, and (e) the effects on the District's financial position of both its cash and its non -cash investing,
capital, and financing transactions during the period. The changes in cash balances are an important
indicator of the District's liquidity and financial condition.
The Notes to the Financial Statements provide additional information that is essential to a full
understanding of the data provided in the basic financial statements. This includes but is not limited to,
significant accounting policies, significant financial statement balances and activities, material risks,
commitments and obligations, and subsequent events, as applicable.
See accompanying auditors' report.
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TRUCKEE DONNER PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT
MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
DISTRICT HIGHLIGHTS
The condensed financial statements at December 31, 2016, 2015, and 2014 are presented below.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF NET POSITION
ASSETS AND DEFERRED
OUTFLOWS OF RESOURCES 2016
Current assets
Non -current assets:
Capital assets, net
Restricted assets
Other long-term assets
Total Assets
Deferred outflows of resources
TOTAL ASSETS AND
DEFERRED OUTFLOWS OF RESOURCES
LIABILITIES, DEFERRED INFLOWS OF
RESOURCES AND NET POSITION
Current liabilities
Non -current Liabilities
Long-term debt, net of current portion
Net pension liability
OPEB liability
Unearned re\enues
Total Liabilities
Deferred inflows of resources
NET POSITION
Net investment in capital assets
Restricted for debt service
Unrestricted
Total Net Position
TOTAL LIABILITIES, DEFERRED
INFLOWS OF RESOURCES
AND NET POSITION
$ 36
,675,596
2015
$ 371628,590
123, 602, 331 122, 416, 668
11876,032 11900,036
41618,396 51361,643
168, 772, 355 167, 306, 937
r'Tji C!
$ 40,589,604
1193322,462
11937,917
6,072,406
167,9221389
4,764,564 3,274,459 500,632
Increase
(Decrease)
2016 - 2015
$ 11047,006
1,185, 663
(24,004)
(743,247)
1,465,418
1,490,105
$ 173,536,919 $ 170,581,396 $ 168,423,021 $ 2,955,523
68,088,323
10,250,329
7193217
4/7353348
92,691,651
$ 8,845,354
71,9929962
81013,400
41855,055
93,706,771
$ 8,113,551 $ 53,080
76,875,680 (3,904,639)
6,210,985 2,236,929
719,217
41417,221 (119,707)
95,617,437 (11015,120)
115979126 2,341,737 21168,674 (744,611)
52,052,148
47,043,317
39,661,738
5,008,831
8,773,009
8,569,701
10,521,661
203,308
189422,985
18,919,870
20,4533511
(496,885)
79,248,142
74,532,888
709636,910
41715,254
$ 173,536,919
$ 170,581,396
$ 168,423,021
$ 2,9559523
The District implemented Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) Statement of Governmental
Accounting Standards (SGAS) No. 68 "Accounting and Financial Reporting for Pensions — An Amendment
of GASB Statement No. 27" (GASB No. 68) in 2015. Under GASB no. 68, the District is required to report
the net pension liability and deferred inflows and outflows in the Statement of Net Position. Net Pension
Liability was $10.3 million, $8.0 million and $6.2 million at December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014 respectfully.
Net long-term debt decreased $3.9 million, due to the annual reduction of existing debt. See note 5 for
details on remaining debt. The District had two refundings in 2016, the previously unrefunded portion of
the 2006 COP and the Pension Sidefund Obligation Bond which provide the District with net present value
savings of just under $386,000 over the remaining life of the bonds. No additional debt was issued in 2016
or 2015 respectfully. The District's total net position increased $4.7 million, substantially due to increased
investment in capital assets for substations, pipeline replacement projects, pump stations, and the reliability
enhancement of the District's computer servers. "Net investment in capital assets," consist of capital
See accompanying auditors' report.
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TRUCKEE DONNER PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT
MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
assets, net of accumulated depreciation, reduced by the amount of outstanding indebtedness attributable
to the acquisition, construction, or improvement of those assets. When there are significant unspent bond
proceeds, the portion of related debt is not included in the calculation of this item. Instead, that portion of
the debt is included in the net position restricted for capital projects component as an offset to the related
unspent bond proceeds.
"Restricted for debt service" represents amounts restricted for payments related to outstanding revenue
bonds.
The District had income before capital contributions of $3.0 million, $2.5 million, and $1.7 million for the
years ended December 31, 2016, 2015, and 2014, respectively. Changes in the District's net position can
be determined by reviewing the following Condensed Revenues, Expenses, and Changes in Net Position
for the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015, and 2014.
CONDENSED REVENUES, EXPENSES, AND CHANGES IN NET POSITION
Sales to consumers
Other operating revenues
Total Operating Revenues
Operating expenses
Operating Income (Loss)
Non -operating revenues (expenses)
Income (loss) before
capital contributions
Capital contributions, net
Change in net position
Net Position, Beginning of Year
Less: Restatement for change in
accounting principal
Net Position, Beginning of Year, as adjusted
NET POSITION, END OF YEAR
2016 2015 2014
$ 33, 026, 587 $ 30, 818, 856 $ 30, 331, 953
21577,122 21158,141 21296,643
35, 603, 709 32, 976, 997 32, 628, 596
Increase
(Decrease)
2016 - 2015
$ 2,2073731
4183981
2j626,712
33,101,672
30,892,366
30,879,299
2,209,306
2,5021037
2,0843631
11749,297
4179406
5143107
3803837
(53,631)
133,270
3, 016,144
2, 465, 468
1, 695, 666
550, 676
1,699,110
1,430,510
994,056
268,600
41715,254
31895,978
21689,722
819,276
74,532,888 70,636,910
823235,941 3,895,978
74,532,885
70,636,910
67,947,188
3,895,978
$ 79,248,142
$ 74,532,888
$ 70,636,910
$ 4,715,254
Total operating revenues were $35.6 million in 2016, $33.0 million in 2015, and $32.6 million in 2014. In
2016, electric revenues increased 6.0% as the District experienced an active winter season compared to
prior years. Water revenues increased 11.8%; there was a 6% rate increase in 2016 in addition to changes
to the state mandated drought regulations allowed for increased water usage in 2016.
Total operating expenses were $33.1 million in 2016, $30.9 million in 2015, and $30.9 million in 2014.
Electric expenses increased 6.9% and water expenses increased 7.1 %primarily attributed to $1.4 million
in additional expense compared to 2015 for pension expense and other post -employment benefits in
compliance with GASB 68 and GASB 45 updates (see note 9).
Non -operating revenues remained nearly flat in 2016 from 2015. Non -operating expenses decreased $0.1
million due to decreased interest expense from 2015 and savings acquired from 2016 refundings of existing
debt (see note 5).
See accompanying auditors' report.
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TRUCKEE DONNER PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT
MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
CAPITAL ASSETS
As of December 31, 2016, 2015, and 2014, the District had $123.6 mon, $122.4 mon, and $119.3
million, respectively, invested in a variety of capital assets, net of accumulated depreciation. A summary of
capital assets is reflected in the following schedule.
Electric distribution facilities
Water distribution facilities
General plant
Sub -totals
Less: Accumulated depreciation
Net of accumulated depreciation
Construction work in progress
Net capital assets
CAPITAL ASSETS
2016
2015
2014
$ 58,345,690 $ 54,721,615 $ 51,524,863
10818%825 107, 005, 578 103,049,122
15, 062,278 13, 887, 881 12, 816, 635
182, 268, 793 175, 615, 074 167, 390, 620
(63,372,738) (58,042,448) (54,475,747)
1185 896, 055 1172572, 626 112, 914, 873
417065276 41844,042 614075589
$ 1231602,331 $ 1223416,668 $ 119,322,462
Net capital assets (additions, less retirements and depreciation) increased in 2016 $1.2 million. This
increase is primarily attributed to the Electric Utility's replacement of Sub -Station equipment in addition to
the Water Utility's ongoing replacement of the antiquated SCADA communication system in addition to
pump station maintenance and repairs and main water line replacements across the District.
LONG-TERM DEBT
Long-term debt includes revenue bonds and notes payable. At December 31, 2016, 2015, and 2014, the
District had $68.1 million, $72.0 million, and $76.9 million, respectively, in long-term debt outstanding, net
current maturities.
In October 2016, the remaining portion of the 2006 COP was refunded and the Pension Sidefund Obligation
Bond, was refunded saving the District $0.4 million over the remaining term of the bonds. No other new
debt was issued in 2016.
CONTACTING THE DISTRICT'S FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
The financial report is designed to provide readers with a general overview of the District's finances and to
demonstrate the District's accountability for the money it receives. If you have questions about this report
or need additional financial information, contact:
Truckee Donner Public Utility District
Attn: Treasurer
11570 Donner Pass Road
Truckee, CA 96161
See accompanying auditors' report.
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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
TRUCKEE DONNER PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF NET POSITION
December 31, 2016 and 2015
ASSETS AND DEFERRED
OUTFLOWS OF RESOURCES 2016 2015
CURRENT ASSETS
Funds
Operating $ 813641055 $ 71134,053
Designated 10, 759, 538 11, 914, 287
Restricted 71116,914 71098,010
Total Funds 26,240,507 26,1467350
Accounts receivable, net 81214,532 7,460,443
Unbilled revenues 21911,201 2,766,757
Accrued interest receivable 96,746 92,981
Materials and supplies 656,981 6397442
Prepaid expenses 459,264 4365902
Other 96,365 85,715
Total Current Assets 38,675,596 37,628,590
NON -CURRENT ASSETS
Other Non -Current Assets
Restricted funds 17876,032 15900,036
Special assessments receivable 35692,876 41363,790
Other 925,520 9973853
Total Other Non=Current Assets 61494,428 71261,679
DEFERRED OUTFLOWS OF RESOURCES
Pension 4,005,050 2,632,077
Unamortized loss on refunding 6097580 642,382
Unamortized redemption premium 1497934 -
Total Deferred Outflows of Resources 41764,564 31274,459
CAPITAL ASSETS
Utility plant 182,268,793 175,615,074
Accumulated depreciation (63,372,738) (58,042,448)
Construction work in progress 41706,276 4,8441042
Total Capital Assets 123,6021331 122,4163668
TOTAL ASSETS AND DEFERRED
OUTFLOWS OF RESOURCES $ 173,536,919 $ 170,581,396
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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TRUCKEE DONNER PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF NET POSITION
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NET POSITION, LIABILITIES AND
DEFERRED INFLOWS OF RESOURCES
CURRENT LIABILITIES
Other Liabilities
Accounts payable
Customer deposits
Other
Total Other Liabilities
Current Liabilities Payable From Restricted Assets
Current portion of long-term debt
Accrued interest payable
Total Current Liabilities Payable from Restricted Assets
Total Current Liabilities
NON -CURRENT LIABILITIES
Long-term debt, net of discounts and premiums
Net pension liability
OPEB liability
Installment loans
Unearned revenues
Total Non -Current Liabilities
Total Liabilities
DEFERRED INFLOWS OF RESOURCES
Pension
Total Deferred Inflows of Resources
NET POSITION
Net investment in capital assets
Restricted for debt service
Unrestricted
Total Net Position
TOTAL NET POSITION, LIABILITIES AND
DEFERRED INFLOWS OF RESOURCES
2016
$ 2,506,514
4685168
918, 577
318933259
4,129, 843
875, 332
51005,175
81898,434
68, 029, 920
10, 250, 329
719,217
58,403
4y735,348
83, 793, 217
2015
$ 2, 983,101
423,
6.502
76699
173, 302
3, 754, 919
917,133
41672,052
8, 845, 354
71,618,432
8, 13,400
374, 530
41855, 055
84,861,417
92,691,651 93,706,771
1, 597,126 2, 341, 737
1, 597,126 2, 341, 737
52, 052,148
8,773,009
18, 422, 985
79, 248,142
47, 043, 317
,
919870
8, 569701
74, 532, 888
$ 173, 536, 919 $ 170, 581, 396
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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TRUCKEE DONNER PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF REVENUES, EXPENSES, AND CHANGES IN NET POSITION
December 31, 2016 and 2015
OPERATING REVENUES
Sales to customers
Standby fees
Cap and trade proceeds
Other
Total Operating Revenues
OPERATING EXPENSES
Purchased power
Operations and maintenance
Consumer services
Administration and general
Pension expense
OPEB expense
Depreciation
Total Operating Expenses
Operating Income
NON -OPERATING REVENUE (EXPENSES)
Special tax revenue
Investment income
Interest expense
Amortization
Other non -operating revenues
Other non -operating expenses
Gain (loss) on disposition of assets
Total Non -Operating Revenue (Expenses)
Income Before Contributions
CAPITAL &OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS
CHANGE IN NET POSITION
Net Position -Beginning of Year
NET POSITION -END OF YEAR
2016
$ 33, 026, 587
160,670
1,172, 306
11244,146
35, 603, 709
11,511,308
61951,273
21130, 422
41331,827
1,2205591
2015
$ 30, 818, 856
169,010
965, 402
1,023,729
32, 976, 997
11,348,241
6, 045271
59,522
4, 54,439
65,373
719,218 -
61237,033 51960,520
331101, 672 30, 892, 366
21502, 037 210845 631
3, 290,186
390, 310
(3, 60,079)
(17, 804)
633008
50,000)
(1,514)
514,107
3, 016,144
1, 699,110
1715254
3, 306, 080
393, 002
(311415 758)
10,150
34,126
(251, 753)
30,990
380, 837
2, 465, 468
1,430,510
3, 895, 978
74, 21888 70, 61910
$ 79, 248,142 $ 74, 532, 888
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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TRUCKEE DONNER PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES
Received from customers
Paid to suppliers for goods and services
Paid to employees for services
Net Cash Flows from Operating Activities
CASH FLOWS FROM NONCAPITAL FINANCING ACTIVITIES
Debt issuance costs
Proceeds from refunding
Principal payments on long-term debt
Interest payments on long-term debt
Net Cash Flows from Noncapital Financing Activities
CASH FLOWS FROM CAPITAL AND RELATED
FINANCING ACTIVITIES
Capital expenditures for utility plant
Cost of disposal of property net of salvage
Capital contributions, connection and facility fees
Special assessments receipts
Special tax receipts
Debt issuance costs
Proceeds from refunding
Principal payments on long-term debt
Interest payments on long-term debt
Cash Flows From Capital and Related Financing Activities
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES
Interest income received
Cash Flows from Investing Activities
Net Change in Cash and Cash Equivalents
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS -Beginning of Year
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS -END OF YEAR
NONCASH CAPITAL AND RELATED FINANCING ACTIVITIES
2016
2015
$ 35,177, 778 $ 32, 950, 562
(19,476,138) (18,507,965)
(6)432,772) (6)159, 526)
9y268,868 81283,071
78, 838
5, 31413
(6,102, 838)
(250, 584)
(593, 000)
(301,725)
(921,171) (8947725)
(7, 421,152)
(78, 431)
11356,731
670,914
21808,756
66,240
3,128, 760
(61361,159)
(25824,278)
(85653,619
418, 963
418, 963
113041
(9, 014, 992)
(109,189)
1,703;180
648,531
27686, 373
251,754
14,7813118
(19, 282, 345)
(3,518,790)
(11, 854, 360)
419,492
419, 492
(4, 046, 522)
26,147, 913 30,1941435
$ 26, 260, 954 $ 261147, 913
Developer and customer added capital assets $ 189,176 $ 167,277
Recognition of prior period unearned revenues $ 3,309,061 $ 3,014,152
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
RECONCILIATION OF OPERATING INCOME TO NET CASH
FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES
Operating income
Noncash items included in operating income
Depreciation and amortization
Depreciation charged to other accounts
Pension expense -GASB 68
Deferred Pension Contributions - GASB 68
Changes in assets and liabilities
Accounts receivable and unbilled revenues
Materials and supplies
Prepaid expenses and other current assets
Accounts payable
Customer deposits
Other current liabilites
NET CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITES
RECONCILIATION OF CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS
TO THE BALANCE SHEET
Operating
Designated
Restricted funds - current
Restricted funds -non-current
Total Cash and Investments
Less: Long-term investments
Mark to market adjustments
TOTAL CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS
2016
$ 21502,037
6, 237, 033
64,368
80,590
(1,0615245)
71 %218
(325, 520)
(171539)
(22, 362)
(476, 588)
1668
2015
$ 21084,631
55960, 520
267,722
565,373
(721,340)
(236,166)
(4, 625)
(182,620)
397, 822
2,152
224, 208 149, 602
$ 9, 268, 868 $ 8, 283, 071
$ 8, 364, 055 $ 7,134, 053
10, 759, 538 11, 914, 287
7,116, 914 71098,010
1,876,032 11900,036
28,116, 539 28, 046, 386
(1,698,880) (1,698,880)
(156,705) (199,593)
$ 26, 260, 954 $ 26,147, 913
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 1 —ORGANIZATION AND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
A. ORGANIZATION
The Truckee Donner Public Utility District (the District) was formed and operates under the State of
California Public Utility District Act. The District is governed by a board of directors which consists of five
elected members. The District provides electric and water service to portions of Nevada and Placer
Counties described as Truckee. The electric and water service operations are separately maintained and
operated. These financial statements reflect the combined electric and water operations of the District. All
significant transactions between electric and water operations have been eliminated. These eliminations
include power purchases and rent for shared facilities.
The District's blended component units consist of organizations whose respective governing boards are
comprised entirely of the members of the District's Board of Directors. These organizations are reported as
if they are a part of the District's operations. The entities are legally separate, however, in the case of the
Truckee Donner Public Utility District Financing Corporation, financial support has been pledged and
financial and operational policies may be significantly influenced by the District. The following is a
description of the District's blended component units:
Truckee Donner Public Utility District Financing Corporation is a legal entity that was created to
issue and administer Certificates of Participation on behalf of the District. (See note 5).
Truckee Donner Public Utility District Community Facilities District No. 03-1 (Old Greenwood) is a
legal entity created to issue special tax bonds to finance various public improvements needed to
develop property located within Old Greenwood. (See note 7).
Truckee Donner Public Utility District Community Facilities District No. 04-1 (Grays Crossing) is a
legal entity created to issue special tax bonds to finance various public improvements needed to
develop property located within Gray 3s Crossing. (See note 7).
Separate standalone financial statements are not available for the blended component units
described above. Unless noted, disclosures relating to the component units are the same as for
the District.
B. ACCOUNTING POLICIES
The financial statements of the District have been prepared in conformity with accounting principles
generally accepted in the United States of America. The Governmental Accounting Standards Board
(GASB) is the accepted standard setting body for establishing governmental accounting and financial
reporting principles.
The financial statements are reported using the economic resources measurement focus and the accrual
basis of accounting. Under the accrual basis of accounting, revenues are recognized when earned and
expenses are recorded when the liability is incurred or economic asset used. Revenues, expenses, gains,
losses, assets and liabilities, that are a result of exchange and exchange like transactions, are recognized
when the exchange takes place.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 1 —ORGANIZATION AND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Continued)
C. USE OF ESTIMATES
Preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United
States of America requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported
amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial
statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results
could differ from those estimates.
D. CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS
For the purpose of the accompanying statement of cash flows, the District considers all highly liquid
instruments with original maturities of three months or less when purchased to be cash equivalents.
E. INVESTMENTS
The District pools cash and investments. The District's investment policy allows for investments in
instruments permitted by the California Government Code and/or the investments permitted by the trust
agreements on District financing. The District's investment policy contains provisions intended to limit the
District's exposure to interest rate risk, credit risk, and concentration of credit risk. Investment income from
pooled investments is allocated to all funds in the pool. Interest is allocated on the basis of month end cash
amounts for each fund as a percentage of the total balance.
The District categorizes the fair value measurements of its investments based on the hierarchy established
by generally accepted accounting principles. The fair value hierarchy, which has three levels, is based on
the valuation inputs used to measure an assets fair value: Level 1 inputs are quoted prices in active markets
for identical assets; Level 2 inputs are significant other observable inputs; Level 3 inputs are significant
unobservable inputs. The District does not have any investments that are measured using Level 3 inputs.
F. DESIGNATED ASSETS
The board has designated certain resources for future capital projects, replacements, and operational
needs.
G. RESTRICTED ASSETS
Restricted assets are assets restricted by the covenants of long-term financial arrangements or other third
party legal restrictions. Restricted assets are used in accordance with their requirements and where both
restricted and unrestricted resources are available for use, restricted resources are used first and then
unrestricted as they are needed.
H. ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE AND ALLOWANCES FOR DOUBTFUL ACCOUNTS
Accounts receivable are recorded at the invoiced amount and are reported net of allowances for doubtful
accounts of $34,300 and $51,000 for 2016 and 2015, respectively.
I. MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES
Materials and supplies are recorded at average cost.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 1 —ORGANIZATION AND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Continued)
J. DEBT PREMIUM, BOND ISSUANCE COSTS, AND DISCOUNTS
Original issue and reacquired bond premiums and discounts relating to revenue bonds are amortized over
the terms of the respective bond issues using the effective interest method. Bond issuance costs are
expensed in the period incurred.
K. SPECIAL ASSESSMENT RECEIVABLE
Special assessment receivable represent amounts due from property owners within the Donner Lake
Assessment District for improvements made by the District pursuant to an agreement with the property
owners to improve their water quality as discussed in note 8.
L. AMORTIZED EXPENSES
In 2003, the District entered into a broadband dark fiber maintenance agreement with Sierra Pacific
Communications (SPC) which is included in the line item "other non -current assets" in the accompanying
Statement of Net Position. SPC subsequently assigned the agreement to AT&T. The agreement is expected
to provide benefit to the District over the estimated 20-year life of the agreement. (See note 4).
M. CAPITAL ASSETS
Capital assets are generally defined by the District as assets with an initial, individual cost of more than
$ I U,000 and an estimated useful life of at least two years.
Capital assets of the District are stated at the lower of cost or the fair market value at the time of contribution
to the District. Major outlays for plant are capitalized as projects are constructed. Depreciation on capital
assets is calculated using the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the assets, which are
as follows:
Distribution Plant
Electric 23 — 35 years
Water 15 — 40 years
Computer software and hardware 3 — 7 years
Building and improvements 20 — 33 years
Equipment and furniture 4 — 10 years
It is the District's policy to capitalize interest paid on debt incurred for significant construction projects while
those projects are under construction, less any interest earned on related unspent debt proceeds. No new
debt related to capital assets was issued in 2016 and 2015; no interest was capitalized in 2016 or in 2015.
N. COMPENSATED ABSENCES
Under terms of employment, employees are granted sick leave and vacations in varying amounts. Only
benefits considered to be vested are disclosed in these statements. Vested vacation and sick leave pay is
accrued when earned in the financial statements. The liability is liquidated from general operating revenues
of the utility.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 1 — ORGANIZATION AND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Continued)
O. REVENUE RECOGNITION
The District records estimated revenues earned, but not billed to customers, as of the end of the year.
Revenues are recorded as meters are read on a cycle basis throughout each month for electric and water
customers. Unbilled revenues, representing estimated consumer usage for the period between the last
meter reading and the end of the period, are accrued in the period of consumption. Water customers without
meters are billed on a flat -rate basis, and revenues are recorded as billed. Revenues from connection fees
are recognized upon completion of the connection. Income that the District has earned through investing
its excess cash is reflected within income from investments when earned.
P. REVENUE AND EXPENSE CLASSIFICATION
The District distinguishes operating revenues and expenses from non -operating items in the preparation of
its financial statements. Operating revenues and expenses generally result from providing electric and
water services in connection with the District's principal ongoing operations. The principal operating
revenues are sales to customers. The District's operating expenses include power purchases, labor,
materials, services, and other expenses related to the delivery of electric and water services. All revenues
and expenses not meeting this definition are reported as non -operating revenues and expenses, or capital
contributions and other.
O. POWER PURCHASES AND TRANSMISSION
In 1999, the District entered into an agreement with Sierra Pacific Power Company dba NV Energy (SPPC),
whereby SPPC will provide transmission services to the District through December 31, 2027. In addition,
the District purchases scheduling services from Utah Municipal Power Systems and the scheduling services
are included in the monthly power billings from UAMPS. The purchase of transmission services from NV
Energy represented 5.1 % and 4.1 % of total purchased power costs in 2015 and 2016, respectively.
In December of 2005, the District entered into an agreement with UAMPS. Subsequently, the District
entered into many pooling appendices for power capacity and energy that relate to various time periods
from January 2008 through March 2028. Also in 2009, the District signed an agreement with UAMPS for
approximately 5 MW of the Nebo natural gas generation plant capacity. In August 2012, the Horse Butte
Wind project began commercial operation and the District owns approximately 15 MW of nameplate
capacity that generates about 5 MW on average. The District has also invested in the Veyo Heat Recovery
project that came on line in mid-2016. The District will expect about 1.7 MW of carbon free generation from
this generation source.
In August of 2007, the District entered into an agreement with Western Area Power Administration (WAPA)
for the delivery of Stampede Dam Hydro generation. In accordance with this agreement, the District is
entitled to a portion of the power generated by the Stampede Dam Hydro generation. This generation is
dependent upon the amount of water that is made available to the generator. This agreement is effective
through 2024.
In 2016 and 2015, the UAMPS contract, along with its appendices, and the WAPA contract for Stampede
Dam Hydro comprised the majority of a diversified power portfolio that balanced risk and cost for the District.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 1 —ORGANIZATION AND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Continued)
R. CAP AND TRADE PROGRAM PROCEEDS
California Assembly Bill 32 (AB32) is an effort by the State of California to seta 2020 greenhouse gas
(GHG) emissions reduction goal into law. AB32 requires California to lower greenhouse gas emissions to
1990 levels by 2020. Central to this initiative is the implementation of a cap and trade program, which covers
major sources of GHG emissions in the State including power plants. The California Cap and Trade
Program is designed to achieve cost-effective emissions reductions across the capped sectors. The
program sets maximum statewide GHG emissions for all covered sectors each year ("cap"), and allows
covered entities to sell off allowances ("trade"). An allowance is a tradable permit that allows the emission
of one metric ton of CO2 that they do not need. The California carbon price is driven by allowance trading.
The District is subject to AB32 and has excess allowances due to reducing carbon -based generation in its
power portfolio.
In 2016 and 2015, the District sold its excess allowances in the program auctions and the proceeds were
recorded as $1,172,306 and $965,402 operating revenue for the respective years. The auction proceeds
are held in a restricted fund and are used to purchase qualified renewable power (See note 2).
S. INCOME TAXES
As a government agency, the District is exempt from payment of federal and state income taxes.
T. TAX REVENUES
Beginning in 2004, the District levied ad valorem property tax on all the taxable property within the Old
Greenwood District a" amount sufficient to pay the yearly principal and interest on the Special
Assessment District Tax Bonds. (See notes 5 and 7). The District had revenues of $670,762 in 2016 and
$674,644 in 2015.
On January 28, 2014, refunding bonds were sold to a private investment firm and the proceeds were used
to call the 2003 Old Greenwood bonds on March 1, 2014. The 2014 refunding bonds have the same rate
and method of apportionment conditions on the Old Greenwood properties as the original 2003 bonds.
Beginning in 2005, the District levied ad valorem property tax on all taxable property within the Gray's
Crossing District in an amount sufficient to pay the yearly principal and interest on the Special Assessment
District Tax Bonds. (See notes 5 and 7). The District had revenues of $2,619,424 in 2016 and $2,631,416
in 2015.
Taxes are assessed based on the county tax year ending June 30, resulting in unearned revenues for each
of the community facility districts. (See note 6).
U. CONTRIBUTED CAPITAL ASSETS
A portion of the District's capital assets have been obtained through amounts charged to developers for
plant constructed by the District; direct contributions of capital assets from developers and other parties; as
well as assessments of local property owners. These items are recognized within capital assets as
construction is completed for plant constructed by the District based on the cost of the items, when received
for contributed capital assets based on the actual or estimated fair value of the contributed items, or upon
completion of the related project for development agreements. The District records amounts received within
capital contributions when a legally enforceable claim is established. Until the District meets the criteria to
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 1 — ORGANIZATION AND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Continued)
record the amounts described above as capital contributions, any amounts received are recorded within
unearned revenues on the Statement of Net Position.
V. OTHER— PENSION SIDEFUND
As a result of implementing GASB Statement No. 683 the pension side -fund payoff that occurred in 2011
and which had been reported in the financial statements as an asset was written off due to the District's
participation in CaIPERS cost -sharing multi -employer retirement benefit plan. However, the liability for the
payoff remains until paid in full thru 2022. The intercompany fund transfers for the principal portion of the
debt service between the electric and water utility is included as "other."
W. PENSION
For purposes of measuring the net pension liability and deferred outflows/inflows of resources related to
pensions, and pension expense, information about the fiduciary net position of the District's California Public
Employee's Retirement System (CaIPERS) plans (Plans) and the additions to/deductions from the Plans'
fiduciary net position have been determined on the same basis as they are reported by CaIPERS. For this
purpose, benefit payments (including refunds of employee contributions) are recognized when due and
payable in accordance with the benefit terms. Investments are reported at fair value.
X. RECENTACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS IMPLEMENTED BYTHEDISTRICT
In June 2012, GASB issued Statement No. 68, "Accounting and Financial Reporting for Pensions — An
Amendment of GASB Statement No. 27. The primary objective of this statement is to improve accounting
and financial reporting by state and local governments for pensions by requiring recognition of the entire
net pension liability and a more comprehensive measure of pension expense. This statement establishes
standards for measuring and recognizing liabilities, deferred outflows and deferred inflows of resources,
and expenses/expenditures. For defined benefit pensions, this statement identifies the methods and
assumptions that should be used to project benefit payments, discount projected benefit payments to their
actuarial present value, and attribute that present value to periods of employee service. In November 2013,
GASB issued Statement No. 71, "Pension Transition for Contributions Made Subsequent to the
Measurement Date— an amendment of GASB Statement No. 68." This statement requires that at transition,
the district recognize a beginning deferred outflow of resources for pension contributions, if any, made
subsequent to the measurement date of the beginning net pension liability. The District implemented the
statement effective December 31, 2014.
In February 2015, GASB issued Statement No. 72, Fair Measurement and Application. This statement
addresses accounting and financial reporting issues related to fair value measurements. This statement
provides guidance for applying fair value to certain investments and disclosures related to all fair value
measurements. The District implemented the statement in the current year.
In March 2016, GASB issued Statement No. 82, Pension Issues, an amendment of GASB Statements No.
67, No. 68, and No. 73. The primary objective of this statement is to address issues regarding (1)
presentation of payroll -related measures in required supplementary information, (2) selection of
assumptions and the treatment of deviations from the guidance in an Actuarial Standard of Practice for
financial reporting purposes, and (3) the classification of payments made by employers to satisfy employee
(plan member) contribution requirements. The District implemented the statement in the current year.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 1 —ORGANIZATION AND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Continued)
Y. DEFERRED OUTFLOWS OF RESOURCES AND DEFERRED INFLOWS OF RESOURCES
Consists of deferrals for changes in the net pension liability as defined under GASB Statement No. 68.
Z. UNAMORTIZED LOSS ON BOND REFUNDING
For current and advanced refunding results in defeasance of debt, the difference between the reacquisition
price and the net carrying amount of the old debt (Gain or loss) is deferred and amortized as a component
of interest expense over the remaining life of the old debt or the new debt, whichever is shorter. These
amounts are reported as deferred outflow on the statements of net position.
AA. ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS TO BE IMPLEMENTED IN UPCOMING YEARS
GASB Statement No. 75, Accounting and Financial Reporting for Postemployment Benefits Other Than
Pensions, addresses accounting and financial reporting for OPEB that is provided to the employees of state
and local governmental employers. This Statement establishes standards for recognizing and measuring
liabilities, deferred outflows of resources, deferred inflows of resources, and expense/expenditures. This
statement is effective for the District fiscal year ending December 31, 2017. The District has elected not to
implement GASB Statement No. 75 early and has not determined its effect on the District's financial
statements.
GASB Statement No. 83, Certain Asset Retirement Obligations, addresses accounting and financial
reporting for certain asset retirement obligations (ARO's). The District has not determined what impact, if
any, this pronouncement will have on the financial statements. Application of this statement is effective for
the District's fiscal year ending December 31, 2018.
NOTE 2 —CASH, CASH EQUIVALENTS, AND INVESTMENTS
Cash, cash equivalents and investments are recorded in accounts as either restricted or unrestricted as
required by the District's certificates of participation indentures or other third -party legal restrictions.
Restricted assets represent funds that are restricted by certificates of participation covenants or third party
contractual agreements. Assets that are allocated by resolution of the Board of Directors are considered to
be Board designated assets. Board designated assets are a component of unrestricted assets as their use
may be redirected at any time by approval of the Board. Upon Board approval, assets from board
designated accounts may be used to pay for selected capital projects. Such accounts have been designated
by the Board for the following purposes:
Electric Capital Replacement
Starting in 2009, the Board set aside funds designated for future electric infrastructure replacement.
Electric Vehicle Reserve
Beginning in 2009, the Board set aside funds designated for future electric utility vehicle
replacements.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 2 —CASH, CASH EQUIVALENTS, AND INVESTMENTS (Continued)
Electric Rate Reserve
In compliance with Board rules, the District created an electric rate stabilization fund in anticipation
of future costs. During both 2016 and 2015, there was no utilization of these funds to offset
increased power costs in lieu of raising electric rates.
Reserve for Future Meters
Prior to 1992, connection fees charged to applicants for water service included an amount, which
was maintained in a designated fund, to offset the cost of future metering. In 2008, the Board
adopted an ordinance to charge a $5 monthly surcharge to all customers of treated water beginning
January 2009 through December 2013. Water meters and automated meter reading devices are
being installed, and customers will be billed volumetrically in accordance with California Assembly
Bill 2572. As meters are installed, these funds are used to pay for related costs.
Water Vehicle Reserve
Beginning in 2009, the Board set aside funds designated for future Water Utility vehicle
replacements.
Prepaid Connection Fees
In compliance with Board rules, the District has set aside prepaid connection fees to cover
installation costs of water services.
Debt Service Coverage and Operating Reserve Fund
Effective 2007, the Board has voluntarily set aside funds to improve the District's cash -to -debt -
service ratio. In 2016, funds were used for capital projects.
Donner Lake Assessment District Surcharge Fund
The District established a monthly billing surcharge in the amount of $6.65 applicable to customers
in the Donner Lake area to provide revenue to pay the remainder of the cost of reconstruction
effective October 2006.
As of December 31, Board designated accounts at fair value consisted of the following:
2016 2015
Electric capital replacement fund $ 3,428,130 $ 3,364,783
Electric vehicle reserve 378,880 351,761
Electric rate reserve 41400,251 4,0391629
Reserve for future meters 533,777 632,967
Water vehicle reserve 79,352
Prepaid connection fees 79,181 79,869
Debt service & operating reserve fund 118479559 3,283,853
Donner Lake Assessment District surcharge fund 91,760 82,073
Totals $ 10,759,538 $ 11,914,287
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 2 — CASH, CASH EQUIVALENTS, AND INVESTMENTS (Continued)
Certain assets have been restricted by bond covenants or third party contractual agreements for the
following purposes:
Certificates of Participation: Water
In 20151 a portion of the 2006 Certificates of Participation were refunded. The new 2015 refunding
did not require a reserve fund. The reserve fund was liquidated and applied towards reducing the
debt principal remaining funds are for scheduled debt service.
In 2016, the remaining 2006 Certificates of Participation were refunded.
Special Tax Bonds: Grays Crossing and Old Greenwood
The terms of the special tax bonds issued for the Mello -Roos Community Facilities Districts (CFD)
require reserve funds as security for each principal and interest payment as they come due.
Reserve funds are set aside as prescribed in the loan documents. These reserve funds are held
by Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company,
In 2014, the Old Greenwood CFD special tax bonds were refunded. The new 2014 refunding bonds
did not require a reserve fund. The reserve fund was liquidated and applied towards reducing the
debt principal.
Facilities Fees
The District charges facilities fees to applicants for new service to cover the costs of infrastructure
needed to meet their systems demand. The use of such funds is restricted by California state law.
Department of Water Resources (DWR) Prop 55 Reserve Fund
Regulations relating to the Department of Water Resources loan require the accumulation of a
reserve fund as security for each principal and interest payment as they come due. Annual
payments into the fund were required for each of the first ten years beginning April 1, 1996. The
total reserve fund equals two semi-annual payments and was fullyfunded during 2006. These funds
are set aside for the life of the borrowed amount. All of the reserve funds are invested in the State
of California Local Agency Investment Fund.
Glenshire Escrow Account
The District received cash and other assets as part of its acquisition of the Glenshire Mutual Water
Company. Also, the District will continue to receive a monthly water system upgrade surcharge
from Glenshire residents until November 30, 2017. This cash is utilized to pay the installment loan
related to the Glenshire water system improvements as specified in the terms of the acquisition
agreement.
In 2011, the District sold a parcel from the Glenshire Mutual Water Company assets. The net
proceeds of $294,940 were transferred to the Glenshire Escrow Account and the monthly water
system upgrade surcharge was reduced from $10.75 to $4.75.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 2 —CASH, CASH EQUIVALENTS, AND INVESTMENTS (Continued)
Donner Lake Special Assessment District Improvement and Reserve Fund
The District established the Donner Lake Special Assessment District (DEAD) Improvement Fund
to account for all funds received from the Special Assessment Receivable, which will be used to
pay the debt service costs related to the Donner Lake Water System project. The DLAD
Improvement Fund also has a reserve fund as required by the California — Safe Drinking Water —
State Revolving Fund (SRF). This fund is required to set aside $40,043 semi-annually for ten years
beginning in 2006.
Solar Initiative Fund
The California Solar Initiative Senate Bill 1 (SB1) was enacted in 2006, mandating that all publicly -
owned electric utilities within the State of California, prepare, adopt and implement a solar rebate
program by January 2008 to encourage its customers to install solar energy systems.
In 2007, the Board adopted a rebate program effective January 2008, targeting $177,400 annually
over ten years to be used as rebates for the installation of solar electricity systems and to raise
these funds through a customer surcharge.
In 2016 and 2015, the rebate program exceeded rebate collections eliminating the need to restrict
rebate proceeds. In 2016, the required rebates were awarded ending the SB1 rebate program.
The monthly S131 customer charge will continue through 2017 so the District electric utility will be
reimbursed for the advanced rebates.
AB32 Cap and Trade Auction Fund
California Assembly Bill 32 (AB32) is an effort by the State of California to seta 2020 greenhouse
gas (GHG) emissions reduction goal into law. AB32 requires California to lower greenhouse gas
emissions to 1990 levels by 2020. Central to this initiative is the implementation of a cap and trade
program, which covers major sources of GHG emissions in the State including power plants. The
California Cap and Trade Program is designed to achieve cost-effective emissions reductions
across the capped sectors. The program sets maximum statewide GHG emissions for all covered
sectors each year ("cap"), and allows covered entities to sell off allowances ("trade"). An allowance
is a tradable permit that allows the emission of one metric ton of CO2 that they do not need. The
California carbon price is driven by allowance trading. The District is subject to AB32 and has
excess allowances due to reducing carbon -based generation in its power portfolio.
The District electric utility is identified as an "Electric Distribution Utility" under the Cap and Trade
regulations and is therefore eligible to receive a direct allocation of allowances that can be sold in
an auction. The proceeds from quarterly allowance auctions are held in this restricted fund and
are used to purchase qualified renewable power. These funds are intended to mitigate the burden
on the consumer without impacting a carbon price signal.
Other (Area Improvement Funds)
The District received funds from the County of Nevada, which are to be used only for improvements
to specific areas within the District's boundaries in Nevada County. These areas include various
Nevada County assessment districts.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 2 —CASH, CASH EQUIVALENTS, AND INVESTMENTS (Continued)
As of December 31, restricted cash and cash equivalents and investments at fair value consisted of the
following:
2016 2015
Certificates of Participation $ 5373586 $ 6415699
Special tax bonds
Facilities fees
DWR-Prop 55 reserve fund
Glenshire escrow accounts
Donner Lake Special Assessment District improvement
Donner Lake Special Assessment District reserve fund
AB 32 Cap and Trade Auction fund
Other (area improvement funds)
Total Restricted Cash and Cash
Equivalents and Investments
2,823,629 3,036,619
607,235 514,264
315,571 312, 670
95,695 175,403
2,5935139 21517,494
804,801 800,852
11163,035 947,269
52,256 51,776
$ 8,992,947 $ 8,998,046
Cash and investments are comprised of the following cash and cash equivalents and investments as of
December 31:
Cash and cash equivalents
Mark to market adjustment
Investments — government bonds
Totals
2016
$ 26,2607954
1561705
1, 698, 880
$ 28,116,539
2015
$ 26,147, 913
199,593
880
$ 28,046,386
Cash and cash equivalents and investments were $28,116,539 and $28,046,386 at December 31, 2016
and 20153 respectively. Cash equivalents substantially consist of deposits in the state pooled fund, Placer
County pooled fund, money market funds and government bonds. For purposes of the Statements of Cash
Flows, the District considers all highly liquid instruments with original maturities of three months or less to
be cash equivalents.
Adjustments necessary to record investments at fair market value are recorded in the operating statement
as increases or decreases in investment income. Market values may have changed significantly after year
end.
FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENT
The District applies the provisions of Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) Statement No.
72, Fair Value Measurement and Application, which requires governmental entities, to report certain
investments at fair value on the Statements of Net Position.
Investments are valued at fair value at December 31. Fair value is defined as the price that would be
received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants
at the measurement date. The District categorizes its fair value measurements within the fair value
hierarchy established by generally accepted accounting principles. The hierarchy is based on the valuation
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 2 — CASH, CASH EQUIVALENTS, AND INVESTMENTS (Continued)
inputs used to measure the fair value of the asset. Level 1 inputs are quoted prices for identical instruments
in active markets. Level 2 inputs are quoted prices for similar instruments in active markets; quoted prices
for identical or similar instruments in markets that are not active; and model derived valuations in which all
significant inputs are observable. Level 3 inputs are valuations derived from valuation techniques in which
significant inputs are unobservable.
The District classifies its fair value measurements within the fair value hierarchy established by generally
accepted accounting principles. The district as the following fair value measurements as of December 31,
2016:
• US Government bonds and Money Market Funds are valued using observable inputs (Level 2
inputs).
INVESTMENTS AUTHORIZED BY THE DISTRICT'S INVESTMENT POLICY
The District adopted an investment policy in 2006 which allowed for investments in instruments permitted
by the California Government Code and/or the investments permitted by the trust agreements on District
financing, including investments in the local government investment fund pool administered by the State of
California (LAIF), Placer County Treasurer's Investment Portfolio (PCTIP) pooled investment and Utah
Public Treasurers' Investment Fund (UPTIF). The District's investment policy contains provisions intended
to limit the District's exposure to interest rate risk, credit risk, and concentration of credit risk. At December
31, 2016 and 2015 the District's deposits and investments at fair value were held as follows:
Cash on hand
Deposits
LAIF
PCTIP
UPTIF
Money Market Funds
Gowmment Bonds
Totals
2016 2015
$ 21400 $ 2,400
964,122 765,515
95785,017 71747,679
6, 853, 226 81447, 363
6,944,706 71157,159
11691,036 210262234
178763032 11900,036
$ 281116,539 $ 28,046,386
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 2 —CASH, CASH EQUIVALENTS, AND INVESTMENTS (Continued)
DISCLOSURES RELATING TO INTEREST RATE RISK
Interest rate risk is the risk that changes in the market interest rates will adversely affect the fair value of an
investment. Generally, the longer the maturity of an investment, the greater is the sensitivity of its fair value
to changes in market interest rates. Information about the sensitivity of the fair values of the District's
investments to market interest rate fluctuations is provided by the following table that shows the District's
investments by maturity for 2016 and 2015:
Investments and Deposits Maturity
LAIF 3 months or less
PCTIP 3 months or less
UPTIF 3 months or less
Federated U.S. Treasury Cash Reserve 3 months or less
Morgan Stanley Treasury 3 months or less
Fidelity Money Market Government Portfolio 57 3 months or less
Dreyfus Treasury Securities 3 months or less
Federal Farm Credit Banks 03/02/2021
DISCLOSURES RELATING TO CREDIT RISK
Generally, credit risk is the risk that an issuer of an investment will not fulfill its obligation to the holder of
the investment. This is measured by the assignment of a rating by a nationally recognized statistical rating
organization. LAIF, PCTIF and UPTIF do not have a rating provided by a nationally recognized statistical
rating organization. The Morgan Stanley Treasury is rated AAAm by S&P and Aaa-mf by Moody's, The
Federated U.S. Treasury Cash Reserve is rated AAAm by S&P and Aaa-mf by Moody's. Federal Farm
Credit Banks is rated AA+ by S&P and Aaa by Moody's. The Dreyfus Treasury Securities is rated Aaa-mf
by Moody's and AAAm by S&P. The Fidelity Money Market is rated AAA-mf by Moody's and AAAm by S&P.
CUSTODIAL CREDIT RISK
Custodial credit risk for deposits is the risk that, in the event of the failure of a depositoryfinancial institution,
a government will not be able to recover its deposits or will not be able to recover collateral securities that
are in the possession of an outside party. The District's investment policy does not contain legal or policy
requirements that would limit the exposure to custodial credit risk for deposits. However, the California
Government Code requires that a financial institution secure deposits made by state or local governmental
units by pledging securities in an undivided collateral pool held by a depository regulated under state law
(unless waived by the government unit). The market value of pledged securities in the collateral pool must
equal at least 110% of the total amount deposited by the public agencies.
As of December 31, 2016 and 2015 all deposits were fully insured or collateralized.
The custodial credit risk for investments is the risk that, in the event of the failure of the counterparty (e.g.,
broker/dealer) to a transaction, a government will not be able to recover the value of its investment or
collateral securities that are in the possession of another party. The California Government Code and the
District's investment policy do not contain legal or policy requirements that would limit the exposure to
custodial credit risk for investments. With respect to investments, custodial credit risk generally applies
only to direct investments in marketable securities. Custodial credit risk does not apply to a local
government's indirect investment in securities through the use of mutual funds or governmental investment
pools (such as LAIF).
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 2 —CASH, CASH EQUIVALENTS, AND INVESTMENTS (Continued)
DEPOSIT IN STATE INVESTMENT POOL
The District is a voluntary participant in the Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF). This investment fund
has an equity interest in the State of California's (State's) Pooled Money Investment Account (PMIA). PMIA
funds are on deposit with the State's Centralized Treasury System and are managed in compliance with
the California Government Code according to a statement of investment policy which sets forth permitted
investment vehicles, liquidity parameters, and maximum maturity of investments. The fair value of the
District's investment in this pool is reported in the accompanying financial statements at amounts based
upon the District's pro-rata share of the fair value provided by the LAIF for the entire LAIF portfolio (in
relation to the amortized cost of the portfolio). The balance available for withdrawal is based on the
accounting records maintained by the LAIF, which are recorded on an amortized cost basis.
DEPOSIT IN PLACER COUNTY TREASURER INVESTMENT POOL
The District is a voluntary participant in the Placer County Investment Portfolio (PCTIP). The District is
eligible to participate in PCTIP because a portion of the District's service area is in Placer County.
Investments are on deposit with the Placer County Treasurer and are managed in compliance with the
California Government Code according to a statement of investment policy which sets forth permitted
investment vehicles, liquidity parameters, and maximum maturity of investments. The fair value of the
District's investment in this pool is reported in the accompanying financial statements at amounts based
upon the District's pro-rata share of the fair value provided by Placer County Treasurer for the entire PCTIP
in relation to the amortized cost of the portfolio). The balance available for withdrawal is based on the
accounting records maintained by the Placer County Treasurer, which are recorded on an amortized cost
basis.
DEPOSIT IN UTAH PUBLIC TREASURERS' INVESTMENT FUND
The District is a voluntary participant in the Utah Public Treasurers' Investment Fund (UPTIF). The District
is eligible to participate in (UPTIF) through its membership with Utah Associated Municipal Power Systems
(UAMPS). Investments are on deposit with State of Utah public treasury and investments are restricted to
those authorized by the Utah Money Management Act and rules of the Money Management Council of
Utah. The fair value of the District's investments in this pool is reported in the accompanying financial
statements at amounts based upon the District's pro-rata share of the fair value provided by UPTIF through
UAMPS Member Retention Fund.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 3 -CAPITAL ASSETS
Capital assets consist of the following at December 31, 2016 and 20150
Electric distribution facilities
Water distribution facilities
General plant
Less: Accumulated depreciation
Construction work in progress
Totals
Electric distribution facilities
Water distribution facilities
General plant
Less: Accumulated depreciation
Construction work in progress
Totals
January 1,
2016
$ 54,721,615
107, 005, 578
13, 887, 881
175,615,074
(58,042,448)
418442042
$ 122,4169668
January 1,
2015
$ 51,524,863
103,049,122
Additions
$ 41391,867
2,023,496
1,332,733
7,748,096
(63485, 285)
7,686,181
$ 8,9481992
Additions
$ 33777,881
5,653,380
12,816,635 1,3141555
167, 390, 620 10, 745, 816
(54,475,747)
6,407,589
$ 119, 322, 462
(6,204,361)
9,188,877
$ 13,7309332
Reductions
$ (767,792)
(168,249)
(158, 336)
(13094,377)
1,154, 994
(79823,947)
$ (7, 763, 330)
Reductions
$ (5813129)
(11696,924)
(2439308)
(21521,362)
23637,661
(10, 7529425)
$ (10,6361125)
December 31,
2016
$ 589345,690
108, 860, 825
15,062,278
1822268, 793
(63, 372, 739)
41706,276
123,602,331
December 31,
2015
$ 54,7212615
107,0053578
13,887,881
175,615,074
(58, 042, 448)
4,844,042
$ 12234169668
As of December 31, 2016 and 2015, the plant in service included land and land rights of $3,318,346 and
$2,622,946 respectively which are not being depreciated.
A portion of the plant has been contributed to the District. When replacement is needed, the District replaces
the contributed plant with District -financed plant.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE At —TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES
In 1999, the District initiated a project to expand their basic service offerings to include Internet access,
cable television and voice delivered over fiber optic networks (the broadband project). The District
completed the broadband design project and obtained the necessary regulatory approvals and franchises
needed to construct and launch the broadband project. A local cable television service provider filed an
objection in September 2004 with the Nevada County Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO), the
entity responsible for providing regulatory approval for the broadband project. After denying the cable
television provider's request for a reconsideration of their approval of the District's project, the cable
television provider filed a lawsuit against LAFCO. The District was not named in the lawsuit. A ruling on the
lawsuit was received in January 2006. LAFCO prevailed on all portions of the cable television provider's
claim. The cable television provider filed an appeal; however, in June of 2007, the Court ruled in favor of
LAFCO, upholding the initial ruling.
Since 2009, the District has been exploring options to sell or lease the existing infrastructure to provide a
return on investment in the project. Expenses incurred by the District to date on the broadband project total
$2,834,079, of which $496,990 was expensed in 2014 for legal fees and preliminary feasibility studies. In
2016 and 2015 there were no material expenditures for this project. The District is however investigating a
Memorandum of Understanding with Plumas Sierra Telecommunications to potentially offer services
utilizing these four fibers from Reno to Sacramento in future years.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 5 — LONG-TERM DEBT
Long-term debt consisted of the following at December 31, 20160
Pension Obligation Bonds
Electric, 5%
due semi-annually
refinanced in 2016
Pension Obligation Bonds
Electric, 2,47%
due semi-annually
State RewlHng Fund Loan —
Water, 2,34%, due semi-annually
beginning in 2006 to 2026
Special Tax Bonds —Mello
Roos, 4.18%, due
serially to 2032
Special Tax Bonds — Mello
Roos, 3.25 % to 5.7 %,
due serially to 2035 (net
unamortized discounts of $96,815)
Special Tax Bonds — Mello
Roos, 3.50% to 5.50%,
due serially to 2035 (net
unamortized discounts of $10,697)
Certificates of Participation —
Water, 4.00% to 5,00%,
due serially to 2021
refinanced in 2016
Certificates of Participation —
Water, 1.5416
due serially to 2021
Certificates of Participation —
Water, 2.00% to 4.00%,
due serially to 2035 (net
premiums of $502,077)
Department of Water Resources,
3.18%, due semiannually to
2021, secured by real
and personal property.
Installment loans, 5.4% to 6,23%,
various payment terms and
due dates, secured by
equipment.
Totals
January 1,
2016 Additions Reductions
- 5,589,000 (440,000)
7,417,358 - (630,956)
10,090,500 - (279,000)
14,392,872 - (245,313)
17,744,819 - (334,481)
3,765,000 - (3,765,000)
3, 266, 000 -
14,544,095 - (547,018)
1,535,448 - (259,705)
December 31,
2016
5,149, 000
637863402
91811,500
140147,559
171410,337
3,266,000
13,997,077
1,275,743
Due within
one vear
8091000
645,807
308,800
260,000
355,000
632,000
535,000
268,092
673,789
- (299,242)
374,548
316,144
$ 75,747,881
$ 8,855,000 $ (12,384,715)
$ 72,218,166 $
4,129,843
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 5 — LONG-TERM DEBT (Continued)
Long-term debt consisted of the following at December 31, 2015:
Pension Obligation Bonds
Electric, 5 %
due semi-annually
State Re\oMng Fund Loan —
Water, 2.34%, due semi-annually
beginning in 2006 to 2026.
Special Tax Bonds — Mello
Roos, 4,18%, due
serially to 2032
Special Tax Bonds — Mello
Roos, 3,25 % to 5.7 % ,
due serially to 2035 (net
unamortized discounts of $92,128)
Special Tax Bonds — Mello
Roos, 3,50% to 5,50%,
due serially to 2035 (net
unamortized discounts of $10,180)
Certificates of Participation —
Water, 4.00% to 5.00%,
due serially to 2021
A portion was refunded in 2015
Certificates of Participation —
Water, 2.00% to 4,00%,
due serially to 2035 (net
premiums of $529,095)
Department of Water Resources,
3,18%, due semiannually to
2021, secured by real
and personal property.
Installment loans, 5.4% to 6,23%,
various payment terms and
due dates, secured by
equipment.
Totals
January 1,
2015
$ 6,1771000
8,033,804
10,344,400
14, 588,185
18,019,302
20,427,202
1, 787,132
December 31, Due within
Additions Reductions 2015 one year
15,120, 352
$ (593,000) $ 5,584,000 $
(616,446) 71417,358
(253,900)
(195,313)
(274,483)
(16,662,202)
(576,257)
(251, 685)
10,090,500
14,392,872
17,744,819
3, 765, 000
14,544,095
1,535,448
656,000
630,956
279,000
230,000
310,000
570,000
520,000
259,705
957,385 - (283,596) 673,789 299,258
$ 80,334,410 $ 15,120,352 $ (19,706,882) $ 75,747,881 $ 3,754,919
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 5 —LONG-TERM DEBT (Continued)
During April 2004, the District obtained financing in the form of a State Revolving Fund Loan, the proceeds
of which were utilized in the replacement of the Donner Lake water system. The District submitted
expenditures to the State for reimbursement of $12,732,965. The semi-annual principal and interest
payments are $400,426 and commenced in 2006. The District is also required to fund a reserve account
by making semi-annual reserve payments in the amount of $40,043 for a 10-year period. In 2004, the
remaining balance of $12,227,122 was used to pay off the temporary lines of credit obtained in 2001 and
2002 to fund the Donner Lake project. (See note 8).
During December 2003, the Old Greenwood Community Facilities District issued $12,445,000 of Special
Tax Bonds, the net proceeds of which were utilized to finance various public improvements for property
within Old Greenwood. (See note 7). The terms of the Special Tax Bonds call for debt service payments to
be provided solely by taxes levied on and collected from the owners of the taxable land within Old
Greenwood. The bonds are secured by land located within Old Greenwood.
In January 2014, the original 2003 bonds issued for the Old Greenwood Community Facilities District were
refunded (refinanced) by issuing 2014 bonds to a private investment firm at a lower rate, saving the property
owners in Old Greenwood over $3 million over the term of the bonds. The 2014 bonds did not require a
reserve fund. Therefore the reserve fund of the 2003 bonds was utilized to reduce the principal. The 2014
bonds have similar terms and have the same rate and method of apportionment for the Old Greenwood
parcel owners as the original 2003 bonds.
During 2005 and 2004 respectively, the Gray's Crossing Community Facilities District issued $15,375,000
and $19,155,000 of Special Tax Bonds, the net proceeds of which were utilized to finance various public
improvements for property within Grays Crossing. (See note 7). The terms of the Special Tax Bonds call
for debt service payments to be provided solely by taxes levied on and collected from the owners of the
taxable land within Grays Crossing. The bonds are secured by land located within Gray's Crossing.
On October 12, 2006, through the Truckee Donner Public Utility District Financing Corporation on behalf of
the District issued $26,570,000 of Certificates of Participation to refund 100% of the outstanding balance
of Certificates issued in 1996, complete the funding of the Donner Lake Assessment District water system,
and fund water system capital improvements. The refunding portion of the 2006 COP's, totaling $8,465,000,
has an average interest rate of 4.10%. The refunded 1996 COP's had an average interest rate of 5.41 %.
The net proceeds of $7,500,557 (after payment of $63,733 in underwriting fees, insurance and other
issuance costs) plus an additional $1,315,194 of reserve fund monies were used to prepay the outstanding
debt service requirements on the 1996 COP's. The terms of the Certificates call for payments to be made
only from the net revenues of the Water Division and the debt is secured by this revenue. These revenues
are required to be at least equal to 125% of the debt service for each year.
In 2015, a portion of the 2006 COP was refunded. Since a portion of the 2006 COP was used for advance
refunding of previous COP, that portion could not be advance refunded at the time of the refunding. The
new 2015 refunding did not require a reserve fund. The reserve fund was liquidated and applied towards
reducing the debt principal. The estimated net present value savings were $1,600,000 or 10% over the
remaining life of issuance.
In 2016, the remaining portion of the 2006 COP was refunded. The estimated net present value savings
of $222,000 over the remaining life of issuance.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 5 —LONG-TERM DEBT (Continued)
Under the Safe Drinking Water Bond Law of 1986, the Department of Water Resources provided a
$5,000,000 loan to the District in 1993. The loan was to finance capital improvements to the public water
supply and to reduce water quality hazards. The terms of the loan call for payments to be made only from
the net revenues of the Water Division, which are required to be sufficient to pay the debt service for each
year.
In June 20113 the District refunded (refinanced) an existing $7.8 million pension side fund obligation for its
participation in CaIPERS. Prior to 2011, the annual side fund payments were expensed and described in
the Notes to Financial Statements. The pension side fund liability was amortized through June 2022 with a
7.75% rate. This liability was not required to be reported on the District's Statement of Net Position, but the
future pension expense was included in budget and rate calculations. The new refunding rate of 5% reduced
the District's annual pension costs by almost $100,000 through 2022. In 2016, the District refunded the
pension side fund again earning the District annual savings of $30,000 or $164,000 in total.
As a normal part of its operations, the District finances the acquisition of certain assets through the use of
installment loans. These loans have been used to finance the purchase of vehicles, equipment, and certain
water system improvements. There were no additional installment loans in 2016 or in 2015.
Scheduled payments on debt are:
Principal Interest Total
2017 $ 4,129, 843 $ 31021,283 $ 71151,126
2018 4, 034, 214 2,8901514 61924,728
2019 41263,421 21768, 928 71032,349
2020 41497,284 21638,097 75135, 381
2021 41579,633 21498,894 71078,527
2022-2026 16, 668,197 105391, 520 27, 059, 717
2027-2031 18,181, 900 61662,857 24, 844, 757
2032-2036 15, 458, 700 11936,816 17, 395, 516
$ 71, 813,192 $ 32, 808, 909 $ 104, 622,101
Plus: Unamortized premiums 502,077
Less: Unamortized discounts (975103)
$ 72, 218,166
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 6 —UNEARNED REVENUES
Transactions that have not yet met revenue recognition requirements are recorded as anon -current liability
and reflected in the accompanying Statement of Net Position. As of December 31, 2016 and 2015,
unearned revenues consist of unearned special assessment revenues, development agreement deposits,
connection fees, and other deposits.
Unearned revenues consisted of the following at December 31, 2016 and 2015:
Unearned tax revenues
Development agreement deposits
Connection fees and other deposits
Totals
Unearned tax revenues
Development agreement deposits
Connection fees and other deposits
Totals
Januaryl,
2016
1628346
$ ,,
2,156, 844
1,069,865
$ 4,8553055
January 1,
2015
$ 1,6303458
1,843,013
943,750
$ 49417,221
NOTE 7 —COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICTS
Additions
$ 1,661,840
6442922
987,610
$ 31294,373
Additions
$ 11628,346
7383336
13085,304
$ 3,451,986
Reductions
$ (1,628,346)
(5649436)
(11221,299)
$ (3,414,080)
Reductions
$ (11630,458)
(424,505)
(959,189)
$ (3,0141
December 31,
2016
$ 1,661,841
21237,331
836,177
$ 41735,348
December 31,
2015
$ 1,628,346
2,156, 844
$
1,069,865
4, 855, 055
In order to finance various public improvements needed to develop property within the Town of Truckee,
California, the District formed Community Facilities Districts (CFD), which issued Special Tax Bonds
pursuant to the Mello -Roos Community Facilities Act of 1982, as amended. Accordingly, the Bonds are
special obligations of the respective Community Facilities Districts and are payable solely from revenues
derived from taxes levied on and collected from the owners of the taxable land within the respective
Community Facilities Districts. These Special Tax Bonds are not general or special obligations of the
District. The Board of Directors of the District is the legislative body of the Communities Facilities Districts
and as such they approve the rates and method of apportionment of the special taxes. As improvements
were completed, the infrastructure was donated in the form of a capital contribution to the Town of Truckee,
the Truckee Sanitary District, Southwest Gas, and the District.
In December 2003, the Community Facilities District No. 03-1 (Old Greenwood) was formed and issued
$12,445,000 in Special Tax Bonds (the 03-1 Bonds). In January 2014, the original 2003 bonds were
refunded (refinanced) by issuing 2014 bonds to a private investment firm at a lower rate, saving the property
owners in Old Greenwood over $3 million over the term of the bonds. The 2014 bonds have similar terms
and have the same rate and method of apportionment for the Old Greenwood parcel owners as the original
2003 bonds.
During 2016 and 2015 respectively, taxes of $683,949 and $657,576 were levied by Old Greenwood. Of
these amounts, $341,974 and $328,787 relate to 2016 and 2015, and accordingly are included in tax
revenues in the accompanying Statement of Revenues, Expenses, and Changes in Net Position. The
remaining amount will be recognized in future periods and are included in unearned revenues on the
accompanying Statement of Net Position.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 7 — COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICTS (Continued)
In September 2004, the Community Facilities District No. 04-1 (Grays Crossing) was formed and issued
$15,375,000 in Special Tax Bonds (the 04-1 Bonds). In 2005, an additional $19,155,000 (2005 Series) in
Special Tax Bonds was issued for the Gray's Crossing CFD. During the county tax roll for 2016 and 2015,
taxes of $2,639,731 and $2,599,116 respectively were levied by Gray's Crossing. Of this amount,
$1,319,866 and $1,299,558 relate to 2016 and 2015, and accordingly, are included in tax revenues. The
remaining levied amount through the county tax roll will be recognized in future periods and is included in
unearned revenues on the accompanying Statement of Net Position.
The official statements and continuing disclosures may be viewed on the web site of Electronic Municipal
Market Access (EMMA) of the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board (MSRB), http://emma.msrb.org/. The
Committee on Uniform Securities Identification Procedures number (CUSIP) for these special tax bonds is
CUSIP 8978170
NOTE 8 — DONNER LAKE WATER COMPANY ACQUISITION
In 2001, the District acquired the Donner Lake Water Company by initiating an eminent domain lawsuit. As
a part of the takeover, the District replaced the entire water system, which cost approximately
$15.6 million and was completed in 2006. The District initially estimated the replacement cost to be
$13 million. The Donner Lake property owners agreed to reimburse the District for the full costs of the
replacement. Therefore, an assessment was placed on each Donner Lake homeowner's property for a pro-
rata share of the $13 million payable immediately or with an option to pay over 20 years. The assessment
is collected by Nevada County and Placer County on behalf of the District and is secured by the Donner
Lake property owners. A monthly $6.65 water system upgrade surcharge is paid by the Donner Lake
customers to reimburse the District for the $2.6 million cost incurred in excess of the assessment.
In April 2004, the District obtained financing in the form of a State Revolving Fund Loan for $12,732,965 at
a rate of 2.34%. The District is required to fund a reserve account by making semi-annual reserve payments
in the amount of $40,043 for a 10-year period. The reserve fund is fully funded as of December 31,2016.
As of December 31, 2016 and 2015, the assessment receivable from the property owners was $3,692,876
and $433631790 respectively, of which $714,622 and $694,710 is due in the next year. These amounts are
shown as Special Assessments Receivable in the Statement of Net Position. The proceeds of the
assessment and surcharge are placed in the Donner Lake Special Assessment District Improvement Fund
and used to pay the debt service for the water system improvements.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 9 —EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLANS
A. PENSION PLANS
Plan Description —All qualified permanent and probationary employees are eligible to participate in
the District's Miscellaneous Employee Pension Plans, cost -sharing multiple employer defined benefit
pension plans administered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).
Benefit provisions under the Plans are established by State statute and Local Government resolution.
CalPERS issues publicly available reports that include a full description of the pension plans regarding
benefit provisions, assumptions and membership information that can be found on the CalPERS
website.
Benefits Provided — CaIPERS provides service retirement and disability benefits, annual costs of living
adjustments and death benefits to plan members, who must be public employees and beneficiaries.
Benefits are based on years of credited service, equal to one year of full time employment. Members
with five years of total service are eligible to retire at age 50 with statutorily reduced benefits. All
members are eligible for non -duty disability benefits after 10 years of service. The death benefits is
Optional Settlement 2W Death Benefit. The cost of living adjustments for each plan are applied as
specified by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The 2.7% at 55 Miscellaneous Plan is closed to
new entrants.
The plans' provisions and benefits in effect at December 31, 2016 are summarized as follows:
Miscellaneous
Prior to On or after
Hire Date January 1, 2013 January 1, 2013
Benefit Formula 2.7% @ 55 2% @ 62
Benefit Vesting Schedule 5 years service 5 years service
Benefit Payments monthly for life monthly for life
Retirement Age 50 and Up 52 and Up
Monthly Benefits, as a %of eligible compensation 2.0% - 2.7% 1.0% to 2.5%
Required Employee Contributions Rates 8% 6.25%
Required Employer Contributions Rates 110008% 6.555%
Contributions —Section 208149(c) of the California Public Employee's Retirement Law requires that
the employer contribution rates for all public employers be determined on an annual basis by the
actuary and shall be effective on the July 1 following notice of a change in the rate. Funding
contributions for both Plans are determined annually on an actuarial basis as of June 30 by CalPERS.
The actuarially determined rate is the estimated amount necessary to finance the costs of benefits
earned by employees during the year, with an additional amount to finance any unfunded accrued
liability. The District is required to contribute the difference between the actuarially determined rate
and the contribution rate of employees.
Hire Date
Benefit Formula
2016 Employer Contributions
2015 Employer Contributions
Miscellaneous
Prior to
January 1, 20
13
@ 55
$979, 835
$917,113
On or after
January 1
, 2013
2% @ 62
$69, 062
$33, 034
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 9 — EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLANS (Continued)
B. PENSION LIABILITIES, PENSION EXPENSES AND DEFERRED OUTFLOWS/INFLOWS OF
RESOURCES RELATED TO PENSIONS
As of December 31, 2016, the District reported net pension liabilities for its proportionate shares of
the net pension liability as follows:
Proportionate Share of Net Pension Liability
Fiscal Year Ending
June 30, 2016
$10, 250, 329
June 30, 2015
$8, 013,400
The District's net pension liability is measured as a proportionate share of the net pension liability. The
net pension liability is measured as of June 30, 2016, and the total pension liability used to calculate
the net pension liability was determined by an actuarial valuation as of June 30, 2015 rolled forward to
June 30, 2016 using standard update procedures. The District's proportion of the net pension liability
was based on a projection of the District's long-term share of contributions to the pension plans relative
to the projected contributions of all participating employers, actuarially determined. The District's
proportionate share of the net pension liability for the Plan for the measurement date of June 30, 2016
and June 30, 2015 is as follows:
Percentage Share of Risk Pool
Measurement Date June 30, 2016 June 30, 2015 Change
Percentage of Plan NPL 0.29837%
0.29209%
0.00628%
For the years ended December 31, 2016 and 2015 the District recognized pension expense of
$1,220,591 and $535,372 respectively. At December 31, 2016 the District reported deferred outflows
of resources and deferred inflows of resources related to pensions from the following sources:
Pension contributions subsequent to measurement date
Differences between actual and expected experience
Changes in assumptions
Change in employers proportion and differences between
the employers contributions and the employer's
proportionate share of contributions
Net differences between projected and actual earnings
on plan investments
Total
Deferred Outflows of Deferred Inflows of
Resources Resources
$773,689
39148 (8286)
(370, 377)
1834
(41,400)
2, 1379 (111773063)
$4, 005, 050 ($1, 597,126)
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 9 — EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLANS (Continued)
B. PENSION LIABILITIES, PENSION EXPENSES AND DEFERRED OUTFLOWS/INFLOWS OF
RESOURCES RELATED TO PENSIONS (Continued)
$7737689 reported as deferred outflows of resources related to contributions subsequent to the
measurement date will be recognized as a reduction of the net pension liability in the year ended
December 31, 2017. Other amounts reported as deferred outflows of resources and deferred inflows
of resources related to pensions will be recognized as pension expense as follows:
Year Ended
December 31 Amount
2017 $158,022
2018 $191,462
2019 $8235549
2020 $461,202
$1,634,235
Actuarial Assumptions —The total pension liabilities in the June 30, 2016 actuarial valuations were
determined using the following actuarial assumptions:
Valuation Date
Measurement Date
Actuarial Cost Method
Actuarial Assumptions:
Discount Rate
Inflation
Payroll Growth
Salary Increase
Investment Rate of Return
Mortality (1)
Miscellaneous
June 30, 2015
June 303 2016
Entry -Age Normal Cost Method
7.65%
2.75%
3.00%
Varies by Entry Age and Service
7.5% Net of Pension Plan Investment and Administrative
Expenses; includes Inflation
Derived using CaIPERS membership data for all funds
(1) The mortality table used was developed based on CaIPERS' specific data. The Table includes 20 years of
mortality improvements using Society of Actuaries Scale BB. For more details on this table, please refer to
the 2014 experience study report.
All underlying mortality assumptions and all other actuarial assumptions used in the June 30, 2016
valuation were based on results of a January 2014 actuarial experience study for the period 1997 to
2011. Further details of the Experience Study can be found on the CaIPERS website.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 9 —EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLANS (Continued)
B. PENSION LIABILITIES, PENSION EXPENSES AND DEFERRED OUTFLOWS/INFLOWS OF
RESOURCES RELATED TO PENSIONS (Continued)
Discount Rate -The discount rate used to measure the total pension liability as of December 31, 2016
was 7.65%. To determine whether the municipal bond rate should be used in the calculation of a
discount rate for each plan, CaIPERS stress tested plans that would most likely result in a discount rate
that would be different from the actuarially assumed discount rate. Based on the testing, none of the
tested plans run out of assets. Therefore, the current 7.65% discount rate used is adequate and the
use of the municipal bond rate calculation is not necessary. The long term expected discount rate of
7.65% will be applied to all plans in the Public Employees Retirement Fund (PERF). The stress test
results are presented in a detailed report that can be obtained from the CaIPERS website.
The long-term expected rate of return on pension plan investments was determined using abuilding-
block method in which. best -estimate ranges of expected future real rate of return (expected returns,
net of pension plan investment expense and inflation) are developed for each major asset class.
In determining the long-term expected rate of return, CaIPERS took into account both short-term and
long-term market return expectations as well as the expected pension fund cash flows. Using historical
returns of all the funds' asset classes, expected compound returns were calculated over the short-term
(first 10 years) and the long term (11-60 years) using a building-block approach. Using the expected
nominal returns for both short-term and long-term, the present value of benefits was calculated for each
fund. The expected rate of return was set by calculating the single equivalent expected return that
arrived at the same present value of benefits for cash flows as the one calculated using both short-term
and long-term returns. The expected rate of return was then set equivalent to the single equivalent rate
calculated above and rounded down to the nearest one quarter of one percent.
The table below reflects the long-term expected real rate of return by asset class. The rate of return
was calculated using the capital market assumptions applied to determine the discount rate and asset
allocation. The target allocation shown below was adopted by CaIPERS' Board effective on
July 1, 2015.
Asset Class
New Strategic Real Return Real Returns
Allocation
Years 1-10 (a) Years 11+(b)
Global Equity 51.0% 5.25% 5.71
Global Fixed Income 20.0% 0.99% 2.43%
Inflation Sensitive 6.0% 0.45% 3.36%
Private Equity 10.0% 6.83% 6.95%
Real Estate 10.0% 4.50% 5.13%
infrastructure and Forestland 2.0% 4.50% 5.09%
Liquidity 1.0% -0.55% -1.05%
100.0%
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 9 —EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLANS (Continued)
C. PENSION LIABILITIES, PENSION EXPENSES AND DEFERRED OUTFLOWS/INFLOWS OF
RESOURCES RELATED TO PENSIONS (Continued)
Sensitivity of the Proportionate Share of the Net Pension Liability to Changes in the Discount
Rate = The following presents the District's proportionate share of the net pension liability for each Plan,
calculated using the discount rate for each Plan, as well as what the District's proportionate share of
the net pension liability would be if it were calculated using a discount rate that is 1 % point lower or 1 %
point higher than the current rate:
Miscellaneous
Measurement Date June 30,2016
1% Decrease 6.65%
Net Pension Liability $15,969,742
Current Discount Rate 7.65%
Net Pension Liability $10,250,329
1%Increase 8.65%
Net Pension Liability $5,523,516
Pension Plan Fiduciary Net Position —Detailed information about each pension Alan's fiduciary net
position is available in the separately issued CaIPERS financial reports.
D. PAYABLE TO THE PENSION PLAN
At December 31, 2016 and 2015 respectively the District did not report a payable for outstanding
required contributions to the pension plan.
D. DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN
The District maintains two deferred compensation plans: a 401(a) and a 457 plan, (the Plans) for certain
qualified employees. The District matches 6.78% of eligible employee contributions. In 2016 and 2015,
the total match was $88,495 and $53,605 in the respective years. The District has no liability for losses
under the Plans, but does have the duty of due care that would be required of an ordinary prudent
investor. The District has not reflected the Plans' assets and corresponding liabilities (if any) on the
accompanying Statement of Net Position.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 9 — EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLANS (Continued)
E. OTHER POST EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS (OPEB)
The District administers Cl single -employer defined benefit healthcare plan (The Retiree Health Plan).
Contribution requirements and benefit provisions are established through collective bargaining agreements
and may be amended only through negotiations between the District and the Union. The plan provides
health insurance contributions for eligible retirees and their spouses through the District's group health
insurance plan, which covers both active and retired members. Health insurance includes medical
insurance, dental insurance, and prescriptions. The Retiree Health Plan does not issue a publicly available
financial report.
Post employment health care is available to all employees, and qualified dependents, that retire from the
District with at least 10 years of service. As of June 30, 2016, there were fifty participants including
dependents. The monthly amount paid by the District is capped at $475 for each participant or $375 for
each participant eligible for Medicare. For participants with less than 20 years of service, the benefit is
reduced by 5% for each year. Expenditures for post employment health care benefits are recognized when
premiums are paid.
On November 7, 2007, the Board approved a participation agreement with CaIPERS to be the plan
administrator for the District's other post employment benefit (OPEB) trust. The participation agreement
was submitted to CalPERS on November 8, 2007, and became effective on January 15, 2008. At that time,
accumulated deposits from the prior year, plus accrued interest, were transferred to the California
Employers' Retiree Benefit Trust Program (CERBT).
The funds of the Retiree Health Plan are invested in CERBT, which is a tax qualified trust organized under
Internal Revenue Code (IRC) Section I I Participation in the trust is limited to those agencies who qualify
as "government" entities under that IRC section. The CERBT is an irrevocable trust established for the
purpose of receiving employer contributions to prefund health and other postemployment benefits for
retirees and their beneficiaries. The CERBT administrative costs are financed through investment earnings.
Copies of the CalPERS' comprehensive annual financial report, that includes CERBT investment
performance, may be obtained from:
California Public Employees' Retirement System
400 O Street
P.O. Box 942701
Sacramento, CA 94229-2701
Tel. 888-225-7377
http://www.calpers.ca.gov
The District's annual OPEB expense is calculated based on the Annual Required Contribution
amount actuarially determined in accordance within the parameters of GASB Statement No. 45. The ARC
represents a level of funding that, if paid on an ongoing basis, is projected to cover the normal cost each
year. The plan's unfunded actuarial accrued liability prior to June 30, 2016 is being amortized as a level
percentage of projected payrolls on an open basis, over a period not to exceed 30 years, using the entry
age normal cost method. The June 30, 2016 unfunded actuarial accrued liability is being amortized as a
level percentage of projected payroll on an open basis, over a 20 year period, using the actuarial cost
method.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 9 —EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLANS (Continued)
The District's annual OPEB cost is recognized in the District's operating expenses. The following table
shows the components of the amount actually contributed to the plan, and changes in the net OPEB
obligation to the Retiree Health Plan:
E. OTHER POST EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS (OPEB) (Continued)
Annual
%of
Change in
OPEB
Net OPEB
Fiscal
Required
Interest
Annual
Annual
Net OPEB
Obligation
Obligation
Year
Contribution
and
OPEB
Actual
OPEB Cost
Obligation
(Asset)
(Asset)
Ended*
(ARC)
Adjustments
Cost
Contribution
Contributed
(Asset)
Beginning
Ending
06/30/2013
$ 2679800
$ 628
$
268,428
$
304,556
113.5%
$ (363128)
$
(81205)
$
(449333)
06/30/2014
$ 267,800
$
$
267,800
$
268,498
100.3%
$ (698)
$
(44,333)
$
(45,031)
06/30/2015
$ 6473851
$
$
647,851
$
2743029
42.3%
$ 373, 822
$
(453031)
$
328,791
06/30/2016
$ 665,667
$
$
665,667
$
275,240
41.3%
$390,427
$
3289791
$
7192217
Actuarial valuations of an ongoing plan are required at least once every two years and involve estimates
for the value of reported amounts and assumptions about the probability of occurrence of events far into
the future. Examples include assumptions about future employment, mortality, and the healthcare cost
trend. Amounts determined regarding the funded status of the plan and annual required contributions of the
employer are subject to continual revision as actual results are compared with past expectations and new
estimates are made about the future.
Projections of benefits for financial reporting purposes are based on the substantive plan (the plan as
understood by the employer and plan members) and include the types of benefits provided at the time of
each valuation and historical pattern of sharing benefit costs between the employer and plan members to
that point. The methods and assumptions used include techniques that are designed to reduce short-term
volatility in actuarial accrued liabilities and the actuarial value of assets, consistent with the long-term
perspective of calculations.
Significant actuarial assumptions for years prior to June 30, 2015 include:
Actuarial Cost Method
Asset Valuation Method
Discount Rate
General Inflation
Amortization of Unfunded Liability
Projected Unit Credit
Significant actuarial assumptions after June 30, 2015 include:
Actuarial Cost Method
Asset Valuation Method
Discount Rate
General Inflation
Amortization of Unfunded Liability
Entry Age Norma
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 9 — EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLANS (Continued)
E. OTHER POST EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS (OPEB) (Continued)
The following is a funding schedule for the Retiree Health Plan:
Schedule of Retiree Health Plan Funding Progress
Accrued Actuarial Unfunded Funded Annual
Valuation Liabilities Value of Liabilities Ratio Covered UL as a %
_ Date* (AL) Assets (AVA) (UL) (AVA/AL) Payroll of Payroll
01 /01 /2011 $ 21501,800 $ 645,700 $ 11856,100 25.8% $ 61307,400 29.4%
07/01 /2011 $ 21657,000 $ 661,400 $ 119955600 24.9% $ 61226,000 32.1 %
07/01 /2013 $ 21960,600 $ 11079,900 $ 13880,700 36.5% $ 61409,000 29.3%
07/01 /2015 $ 61755,593 $ 1,579,982 $ 5,175, 611 23.4% $ 6, 360, 511 81.4%
'`Valuations are required once every two years. In 2011, the vaulation
date changed to July 1 in compliance with GASB Statement No. 57.
The actuarial valuation issued July 1, 2015 had a significant increase in accrued liability of $3.8 million due
to a new Actuarial Standard of Practice 6 that became effective for valuations after March 1, 2015 that
requires valuing an "implicit rate subsidy'. Though the District has an employer cap on retiree benefits, the
liability of providing them based on the expected premiums of the plan are now required to be recognized
in the actuarial valuation to guarantee the stability of the plan for the long run which nearly doubled the
normal costs and liabilities.
NOTE 10 —SELF FUNDED INSURANCE
The District has aself-funded vision insurance program and claims were processed by and on behalf of the
District. The District did not maintain a claim liability; rather claims were expensed as paid. The amount of
claims paid for each of the past three years have not been material.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 11 —SEGMENT DISCLOSURE
The District has issued revenue bonds to finance electric and water distribution facilities. The District also
issued special tax bonds secured by tax revenues from Mello -Roos Community Facilities Districts. Each
project has an external requirement to be reported separately, and investors in the revenue bonds and
special tax bonds rely solely on the revenue generated by the individual projects for repayment. Summary
financial information for each project is presented on the following pages for the years ending December
31, 2016 and 2015.
STATEMENT OF NET POSITION
December 31, 2016
Gray's Old
ASSETS AND DEFERRED OUTFLOWS OF RESOURCES Electric Water Crossing Greenwood
Current assets $ 1%438,054 $ 91475,927 $ 89633,555 $ 11128,060
Non -current assets:
Capital assets, net 47,660,186 75,942,145 - -
Restricted assets 1,876,032
Other long term assets 925,520 3,6925876
Total Noncurrent Assets 48,585,706 8135113053
Deferred outflows of resources
Pension 214033030 13602,020
Unamortized loss on refunding 609,580
Unamortized redemption premium 149,934
Total Deferred Outflows of Resources 21552,964 21211,600
TOTAL ASSETS AND DEFERRED OUTFLOWS $ 70,576,724 $ 93,198,580 $ 8,633,555 $ 1,128,060
OF RESOURCES
LIABILITIES, DEFERRED INFLOWS OF RESOURCES
AND NET POS1TlON
LIABILITIES
Current liabilities
Non -current Liabilities
Long-term debt, net of current portion
Net pension liability
OPEB liability
Uneamed revenues
Total Noncurrent Liabilities
Total Liabilities
Deferred inflows of resources
Pension
Total Deferred Inflows of Resources
Net Position
Net investment in capital assets
Restricted for debt service
Unrestricted
Total Net Position
TOTAL LIABILITIES, DEFERRED INFLOWS
OF RESOURCES AND NET POSITION
$ 4,312,570
4,398,403
6,150,197
431,530
2,587,458
13,567,588
17,8805158
958,276
958,276
42,500,995
1,316,355
$ 2,949,891
23,244,323
4,100,132
287, 687
4869049
28,118,191
31,068,082
638,850
638.850
50,920,550
4,695,114
$ 1,190,466
30,942,897
1,319,866
32,262,763
33,453,229
(31,557,897)
2,761,540
$ 445,507
9,502,700
341,975
91844,675
10, 290,182
(9,811,500)
7,920,940
53875,984
3,976,683
6491378
51,738,290
611491,648
(24,819,674)
(9,162,122)
$ 70,576,724 $ 93,198,580 $ 89633,555 $ 19128,060
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 11 —SEGMENT DISCLOSURE (Continued)
STATEMENT OF NET POSITION (CoNnNUEo)
ASSETS AND DEFERRED OUTFLOWS OF RESOURCES
Current assets
Non -current assets:
Capital assets, net
Restricted assets
Other long-term assets
Total Noncurrent Assets
Deferred outflows of resources
Pension
Unamortized loss on refunding
Total Deferred Outflows of Resources
Electric
$ 169871,099
47,078,580
997,853
48,076,433
1, 579, 246
1,579,246
December 31, 2015
Water
$ 111359,701
75,338,088
11900,036
41363,790
81,601,914
1,052,831
642,382
19695,213
Grays
Crossing
$ 812539684
Old
Greenwood
$ 11144,106
TOTAL ASSETS AND DEFERRED OUTFLOWS $ 66,526,778 $ 94,656,828 $ 8,253,684 $ 1,144,106
OF RESOURCES
LIABILITIES, DEFERRED INFLOWS OF RESOURCES
AND NET POSITION
LIABILITIES
Current liabilities
Non -current Liabilities
Long term debt, net of current portion
Net pension liability
Unearned revenues
Total Noncurrent Liabilities
Total Liabilities
Deferred inflows of resources
Pension
Total Deferred Inflows of Resources
Net Position
Net investment in capital assets
Restricted for debt service
Unrestricted
Total Net Position
$ 4,388,630 $ 2,912,146 $ 1,124,984
4, 996, 594
4, 8081 040
2,585,854
12,390,488
16,779,118
1,405,042
1,405, 042
40, 828, 835
944, 929
61568,854
48, 342, 618
25, 587,176
3,205,360
6409855
29,433,391
32,345,537
936,695
936,695
47,786,674
4, 817,195
8,770,727
61,3749596
31,597,692
1,299,558
32,897,250
34,022,234
(32,137, 692)
2,807,577
31561,565
(25,768,550)
$ 419,594
9,811,500
328,788
10,140, 288
10, 559, 882
(10,0901500)
674,724
(93415,776)
TOTAL LIABILITIES, DEFERRED INFLOWS $ 66,526,778 $ 94,6563828 $ 89253,684 $ 11144,106
OF RESOURCES AND NET POSITION
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 11 —SEGMENT DISCLOSURE (Continued)
STATEMENTS OF REVENUE, EXPENSES, AND CHANGES IN NET POSITION
Operating Revenues
Sales to consumers
Other operating revenues
Operating expenses
Depreciation
Non -operating revenues (expenses)
Income (loss) before
capital contributions
Capital contributions, net
CHANGE IN NET POSITION
Net Position, Beginning
NET POSITION, ENDING
Operating Revenues
Sales to consumers
Other operating revenues
Operating expenses
Depreciation
Non -operating revenues (expenses)
Income (loss) before
capital contributions
Capital contributions, net
CHANGE IN NET POSITION
Net Position, Beginning
NET POSITION, ENDING
Electric
Year ended December 31, 2016
Gray's Old
Water Crossing Greenwood
-
3,357, 601 749,177
(20,222,867) (83171,428) -
(23576,192) (31660,841)
129076 (700,499) 948,876 253,654
2,284,232 (470,618)
1,111,440 5879670
3,395,672 117,052
948, 876
253, 654
253,654
48,342,618 61,374,596 (25,768,550) (9,415,776)
$ 51,738,290 $ 61,491,648 $ (24,819,674) $ (9,162,122)
Electric
Year ended December 31, 2015
Grays
Water Crossing
Old
Greenwood
$ 20,505,263 $ 10,313,593
3,156,585 475,484 - -
18,944,380 71461,394 -
23375,757 3,584,763
1063127 (868,838) 892,774 250,774
21447,838 (111259918)
1,058,835 371,675
31506,673 (754,243)
,
892,774 250774
892
,774 250,774
44,835,945 62,128,839 (26,661,324) (9,6661550)
$ 48,342,618 $ 61,374,596 $ (2517681550) $ (9,4159776)
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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TRUCKEE DONNER PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 11 — SEGMENT DISCLOSURE (Continued)
STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
NET CASH PROVIDED BY (USED IN)
Operating activities
Noncapital financing activities
Capital and related financing activities
Investing activities
Net increase (decrease) in cash and
cash equivalents
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Beginning
CASH AND CASH
EQUIVALENTS, ENDING
NET CASH PROVIDED BY (USED IN)
Operating activities
Noncapital financing activities
Capital and related financing activities
Investing activities
Net increase (decrease) in cash and
cash equivalents
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Beginning
CASH AND CASH
EQUIVALENTS, ENDING
Electric
$ 5,549,180
(921,171)
(21233,583)
114,807
2,509,233
12,930,593
Year ended December 31, 2016
Gray's
Water Crossing
$ 3,719,688
(6,189, 302)
292,186
(2,177,428)
91663, 002
(176,260)
9,184
(167,076)
3,067,788
Old
Greenwood
(54, 474)
2,786
(51, 688)
486,530
$ 15,439,826 $ 7,485,574 $ 2,900,712 $ 434,842
Year ended December 31, 2015
Grays
Electric Water Crossina
$ 5,230,727 $ 3,052,344 $ -
(8941 725) -
(41820,206) (61781,907) (296,361)
89, 048 324,675 53042
Old
Greenwood
44,114
727
(395,156)
(3,404,888)
(291,319)
44,B41
13,325,749
13,067,890
3,359,107
441,689
$ 12,930,593 $ 9,663,002 $ 3,067,788 $ 486,530
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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TRUCKEE DONNER PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 12 — MARTIS VALLEY GROUNDWATER STUDY
The Martis Valley aquifer underlies about 35,000 acres in both Placer and Nevada counties, near the
Town of Truckee. It is the main water supply for numerous public and private entities. This area has
seen significant growth in the last few decades with more planned for the future. Maintaining an
adequate water supply and protecting water quality are critical for the region's future.
The Truckee Donner Public Utility District (TDPUD), Northstar Community Services District (NCSD)
and Placer County Water Agency (PCWA) are the three primary public water agencies in the Martis
Valley Basin. Together, the TDPUD, NCSD and PCWA (Partnership Agencies) partnered to update a
groundwater management plan and to help develop a groundwater model for the Martis Valley basin.
The Martis Valley Groundwater Management Plan (GMP) has been updated to reflect current water
resources planning in the region and to incorporate the latest information and understanding of the
underlying groundwater basin. This collaborative effort will provide the guidance necessary to align
groundwater policy. In addition to the updated groundwater management plan, a computer model of
the groundwater basin is being developed, which will incorporate available data and enhance
understanding of the groundwater basin. A climate change modeling component will be part of the final
groundwater model.
Partner agencies each adopted the Groundwater Management Plan (GMP) in February 2012 and the
model and associated report was completed in 2015. The total cost of the project was approximately
$1,000,000, which includes federal funding of approximately $500,000 from the U.S. Bureau of
Reclamation and $250,000 from the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory; and contributions of
$150,000 from TDPUD and $100,000 from the other members of the Partnership Agencies.
In mid 2016, the California Sustainable Groundwater Management Act of 2014 (SGMA) took effect
which the District was the submitting agency of an alternate submittal in December on behalf of the
Town, Placer County, Nevada County, PCWA, and Northstar CSD - to comply with the new regulations.
There was an adopted MOA amongst the six local agencies.
NOTE 13 —CLAIMS AND JUDGMENTS
From time to time, the utility is party to various pending claims and legal proceedings. Although the
outcome of such matters cannot be forecasted with certainty, it is the opinion of management and the
utility's legal counsel that the likelihood is remote that any such claims or proceedings will have a
material adverse effect on the utility's financial position or results of operations.
NOTE 14 —RISK MANAGEMENT
The utility is exposed to various risks of loss related to torts; theft of, damage to, or destruction of assets;
errors and omissions; workers compensation; and health care of its employees. These risks are
covered through the purchase of commercial insurance, with minimal deductibles. Settled claims have
not exceeded the commercial liability in any of the past three years. There were no significant
reductions in coverage compared to the prior year.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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TRUCKEE DONNER
PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT
PRIMARY GOVERNMENT ONLY
Including Report of Independent Auditors
December 31, 2016 and 2015
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Report of Independent Auditors................................................................................................1
Management's Discussion and Analysis......................................................................................4
FinancialStatements...............................................................................................................9
Consolidated Statements of Net Position........................................................................10
Consolidated Statements of Revenues, Expenses and Changes in Net Position.....................13
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows.........................................................................14
Notes to Financial Statements.................................................................................................16
Required Supplementary Information.......................................................................................48
Cost Sharing Defined Benefit Pension Plans...................................................................49
Position of Post Employment Benefit Plans ...........................
Supplementary Information.....................................................................................................52
Consolidating Statement of Net Position.........................................................................53
Consolidating Statement of Revenues, Expenses and Changes in Net Position .......................55
Consolidating Statement of Cash Flows... pmo&56
vnvv�.MUSSADAMS; COM
REPORT OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS
The Board of Directors
Truckee Donner Public Utility District
Report on the Financial Statements
We have audited the accompanying consolidated financial statements of Truckee Donner Public Utility
District (the "District"), which comprise the consolidated statements of net position as of December 31,
2016 and 2015, and the related consolidated statements of revenues, expenses and changes in net
position, and cash flows for the years then ended, and the related notes to the consolidated financial
statements.
Management's Responsibility for the Financial Statements
Management is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of these consolidated financial
statements in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America;
this includes the design, implementation, and maintenance of internal control relevant to the
preparation and fair presentation of consolidated financial statements that are free from material
misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.
Auditor's Responsibility
Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these consolidated financial statements based on our
audits. We conducted our audits in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United
States of America. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audits to obtain reasonable
assurance about whether the consolidated financial statements are free from material misstatement.
An audit involves performing procedures to obtain audit evidence about the amounts and disclosures in
the consolidated financial statements. The procedures selected depend on the auditor's judgment,
including the assessment of the risks of material misstatement of the consolidated financial statements,
whether due to fraud or error. In making those risk assessments, the auditor considers internal control
relevant to the entity's preparation and fair presentation of the consolidated financial statements in
order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of
expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the entity's internal control. Accordingly, we express no
such opinion. An audit also includes evaluating the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the
reasonableness of significant accounting estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the
overall presentation of the consolidated financial statements.
We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for
our audit opinion.
REPORT OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS (continued)
Opinion
In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material
respects, the financial position of Truckee Donner Public Utility District as of December 31, 2016 and
2015, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for the years then ended in accordance with
accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.
Emphasis of Matter
The consolidated financial statements referred to above include only the primary government of the
District which consists of all departments that comprise the District's legal entity. The consolidated
financial statements do not include financial data for the District's legally separate component units,
which accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America require to be reported
with the financial data of the District's primary government. As a result, the primary government
financial statements do not purport to, and do not present fairly the financial position of the reporting
entity of the District as of December 31, 2016 and 2015, the results of operations, or its cash flows for
the years then ended in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of
America, the District has issued separate reporting entity financial statements, for which we have issued
our report for the 2016 and 2015 statements dated June 7, 2017.
Other Matters
Required Supplementary Information
Accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America require that management's
discussion and analysis, the schedule of the District's proportionate share of the net pension liability, the
schedule of contributions, and retiree health plan funding history, be presented to supplement the
consolidated financial statements. Such information, although not a part of the consolidated financial
statements, is required by the Governmental Accounting Standards Board who considers it to be an
essential part of financial reporting for placing the consolidated financial statements in an appropriate
operational, economic, or historical context. We have applied certain limited procedures in the required
supplementary information in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United
States of America, which consisted of inquiries of management about the methods of preparing the
information and comparing the information for consistency with management's responses to our
inquiries, the consolidated financial statements, and other knowledge we obtained during our audit of
the consolidated financial statements. We do not express an opinion or provide any assurance on the
information because the limited procedures do not provide us with sufficient evidence to express an
opinion or provide any assurance.
REPORT uk INDEPENDENT AUDITORS (continuedj
Other a upplementary Information
Our audits were conducted for the purpose of forming opinions on the consolidated financial statements
that collectively comprise the District's consolidated financial statements. The consolidating statements
of net position, statements of revenues, expenses and changes in net position and cash flows as of and
for the year ended December 31, 2016 are presented for purposes of additional analysis and are not a
required part of the consolidated financial statements. Such information is the responsibility of
management and was derived from and relates directly to the underlying accounting and other records
used to prepare the consolidated financial statements. The consolidating statements of net position,
statements of revenues, expenses and changes in net position and cash flows have been subjected to the
auditing procedures applied in the audit of the consolidated financial statements and certain other
procedures, including comparing and reconciling such information directly to the underlying accounting
and other records used to prepare the consolidated financial statements or to the consolidated financial
statements themselves, and other additional procedures in accordance with auditing standards
generally accepted in the United States of America. In our opinion, the consolidating statements of net
position, statements of revenues, expenses and changes in net position and cash flows are fairly stated in
all material respects in relation to the consolidated financial statements as a whole.
Portland, Oregon
June 7, 2017
TRUCKEE DONNER PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT
MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
As financial management of the Truckee Donner Public Utility District (the District), we offer readers of
these financial statements this narrative overview and analysis of the financial activities of the District for
the years ended December 31, 2016 and 2015. This discussion and analysis is designed to assist the
reader in focusing on the significant financial topics, provide an overview of the District's financial activity
and identify changes in the District's financial position.
We encourage readers to consider the information presented here in conjunction with that presented within
the basic financial statements. The reader should take time to read and evaluate all sections of this report,
including the footnotes and other supplementary information that is provided, in addition to this
management discussion and analysis.
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
The District's current assets increased $0.7 million (2.4%)from $28.2 million at December 31, 2015 to $28.9
million at December 31, 2016, predominantly due to higher than anticipated revenues for the Electric Utility.
The District's total net position increased $3.5 million (3.1 %) from $109.7 million at December 31, 2015, to
$113.2 million at December 31, 2016. The increase was primarily due to a $3.4 million increase for the
Electric Utility.
Operating revenues increased $2.6 million (8.0%) from $33.0 million in 2015 to $35.6 million in 2016.
Electric revenues increased only 6.0% in 2015 as the District experienced higher energy consumption
related to an extreme winter resulting in high tourist visitation. Water revenues increased 11.8%; there was
a 6% rate increase in 2016 in addition to changes in the state mandated drought regulations.
Operating expenses of the District increased $2.2 million (6.6%)from $30.9 million in 2015 to $33.1 million
in 2016. Electric expense increased 6.9% and Water expense increased 7.1% primarily attributed to $1.4
million in additional expense for Pension and Other Post -Employee Benefits required to complywith GASB
68 and updated requirements for GASB 45.
Compared to 2015, the overall non -operating revenues remained nearly flat at $0.4 million in 2016 and
2015 respectfully. Non -operating expenses decreased $0.1 million from $1.1 million in 2015 to $1.0 million
in 2016.
In October 2016, the District had two bond ref undinns (refinance). For the Water Utility the remaining portion
of the 2006 COP was refunded providing the District with a net present value savings of just under $222,000
over the term of the bond. For the Electric Utility the Pension Sidefund Obligation Bond was refunded,
providing the District with a net present value savings of $164,000 over the term of the bond (See Note 5).
No other new debt was issued in 2016.
OVERVIEW OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
This report includes Management's Discussion and Analysis, the Independent Auditors' Report, the Basic
Financial Statements, (which includes the notes to the financial statements), Required Supplementary
Information and additional Supplementary Information.
See accompanying auditors' report.
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December 31, 2016 and 2015
REQUIRED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
The financial statements of the District are designed to provide readers with a broad overview of the
District's finances similar to a private -sector business. They have been prepared using the accrual basis of
accounting in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America
(GAAP). Under this basis of accounting, revenues are recognized in the period in which they are earned
and expenses are recognized in the period in which they are incurred, regardless of the timing of related
cash flows. These statements offer short-term and long-term financial information about the District's
activities.
The reporting entity consists of the primary government, which provides two utilities (electric utility and
water utility), and the blended component units. Further details about the component units are provided in
note 1(A).
The Consolidated Statements of Net Position presents information on all of the District's assets and
liabilities, and provides information about the nature and amounts of investments in resources (assets) and
the obligations to District creditors (liabilities). It also provides the basis for computing rate of return,
evaluating the capital structure of the District, and assessing the liquidity and financial flexibility of the
District.
All of the current year's revenues and expenses are reported in the Consolidated Statements of
Revenues, Expenses, and Changes in Net Position. This statement provides a measurement of the
District's operations over the past year and can be used to determine whether the District has successfully
recovered all its costs through its rates and other charges.
The Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows provides relevant information about the District's cash
receipts and cash payments during the reporting period. This statement reports cash receipts and cash
payments resulting from operating, non -capital financing, capital and related financing, and investing
activities. When used with related disclosures and information in the other financial statements, the
statement of cash flows should provide insight into (a) the District's ability to generate future net cash flows,
(b) the District's ability to meet its obligations as they come due, (c) the District's needs for external
financing, (d) the reasons for differences between operating income and associated cash receipts and
payments, and (e) the effects on the District's financial position of both its cash and its non -cash investing,
capital, and financing transactions during the period. The changes in cash balances are an important
indicator of the District's liquidity and financial condition.
The Notes to the Financial Statements provide additional information that is essential to a full
understanding of the data provided in the basic financial statements. This includes but is not limited to,
significant accounting policies, significant financial statement balances and activities, material risks,
commitments and obligations, and subsequent events, as applicable.
See accompanying auditors' report.
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MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
DISTRICT HIGHLIGHTS
The condensed financial statements at December 317 20161 20151 and 2014 are presented below.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF NET POSITION
ASSETS AND DEFERRED
OUTFLOWS OF RESOURCES
Current assets
Non -current assets:
Capital assets, net
Restricted assets
Other long-term assets
Total Assets
Deferred outflows of resources
TOTAL ASSETS AND
DEFERRED OUTFLOWS OF RESOURCES
LIABILITIES, DEFERRED INFLOWS OF
RESOURCES AND NET POSITION
Current liabilities
Non -current Liabilities
Long-term debt, net of current portion
Net pension liability
OPEB liability
Unearned revenues
Total Liabilities
Deferred inflows of resources
NET POSITION
Net investment in capital assets
Restricted for debt service
Unrestricted
Total Net Position
TOTAL LIABILITIES, DEFERRED
INFLOWS OF RESOURCES
AND NET POSITION
2016
$ 28,913,981
123,602,331
11876,032
4,618,396
159,0101740
4,764,564
2015 2014
$ 28,230,800 $ 31,598,559
Increase
(Decrease)
2016 - 2015
$ 6839181
122,416,668 119,322,462 1,185, 663
11900,036 11937,917 (24,004)
51361,643 61072,406 (743,247)
157,909,147 158,9311344 1,101,593
3,274,459 500,632 1,490,105
$ 163,775,304 $ 161,183,606 $ 159,431,976 $ 2,591,698
$ 7,262,461 $ 7,300,776 $ 6,648,077 $ (38,315)
27,642,726
30,583,770
34,652,693
(2,941,044)
10,250,329
8,013,400
6,210,985
2,236,929
719,217
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31073,507
31226,709
21786,763
(153,202)
48,948,240
49,124,655
50,298,518
(176,415)
19597,126 21341,737 21168,674 (744,611)
93,421,545
89,271,509
82,613,625
4,150,036
6,011,469
5,762,124
7,768,818
249,345
13,796,924
14,6831581
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(886,657)
113,229,938
109,717,214
106,964,784
31512,724
$ 163,775,304 $ 161,183,606 $ 159,431,976 $ 2,591,698
The District implemented Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) Statement of Governmental
Accounting Standards (SGAS) No. 68 "Accounting and Financial Reporting for Pensions — An Amendment
of GASB Statement No. 27" (GASB No. 68) in 2015. Under GASB no. 68, the District is required to report
the net pension liability and deferred inflows and outflows in the Statement of Net Position. Net Pension
Liability was $10.3 million, $8.0 million and $6.2 million at December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014 respectfully.
Net long-term debt decreased $2.9 million, due to the annual reduction of existing debt. See note 5 for
details on remaining debt. The District had two refundings in 2016, the previously unrefunded portion of
the 2006 COP and the Pension Sidefund Obligation Bond which provide the District with net present value
savings of just under $386,000 over the remaining life of the bonds. No additional debt was issued in 2016
or 2015 respectfully. The District's total net position increased $3.5 million, substantially due to increased
investment in capital assets for substations, pipeline replacement projects, pump stations, and the reliability
See accompanying auditors' report.
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MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
enhancement of the District's computer servers. "Net investment in capital assets," consist of capital
assets, net of accumulated depreciation, reduced by the amount of outstanding indebtedness attributable
to the acquisition, construction, or improvement of those assets. When there are significant unspent bond
proceeds, the portion of related debt is not included in the calculation of this item. Instead, that portion of
the debt is included in the net position restricted for capital projects component as an offset to the related
unspent bond proceeds.
"Restricted for debt service" represents amounts restricted for payments related to outstanding revenue
bonds.
The District had income before capital contributions of $1.8 million, $1.3 million, and $0.9 million for the
years ended December 31, 2015, 2014, and 2013, respectively. The District's December 31, 2014 income
before capital contributions increased $0.2 million due to the required restatement for compliance with
GASB No. 68 first year implementation for pension accounting. Changes in the District's net position can
be determined by reviewing the following Condensed Revenues, Expenses, and Changes in Net Position
for the years ended December 31, 2015, 2014, and 2013.
CONDENSED REVENUES, EXPENSES, AND CHANGES IN NET POSITION
Sales to consumers
Other operating revenues
Total Operating Revenues
Operating expenses
Operating Income (Loss)
Non -operating revenues (expenses)
Income (loss) before
capital contributions
Capital contributions, net
Change in net position
Net Position, Beginning of Year
Less: Restatement for change in
accounting principal
Net Poson, Beginning of Year, as adjusted
NET POSITION, END OF YEAR
2016 2015
$ 33,026,587
$ 30,818,856
2014
$ 30,331,953
Increase
(Decrease)
2016 - 2015
207, 731
$ 2,
2,577,122 2,158,141 2,296,643 418,981
35, 603, 709 32, 976, 997 32, 628, 596 2, 626, 712
331101, 672 30, 892, 366 30, 879, 299 29209,306
29502,037 2,0841631 1,7499297 417,406
(6889423) (762,711) (826,268) 745288
1,813,614
1,321,920
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1,699,110
1,430,510
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268,600
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106,964,784 119,336,452
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$ 113,229,938
$ 109,717,214
$ 106,964,784
$ 3,512,724
Total operating revenues were $35.6 million in 2016, $33.0 million in 2015, and $32.6 million in 2014. In
2016, electric revenues increased 6.0% as the District experienced an active winter season compared to
prior years. Water revenues increased 11.8%; there was a 6% rate increase in 2016 in addition to changes
to the state mandated drought regulations.
Total operating expenses were $33.1 million in 2016, $30.9 million in 2015, and $30.9 million in 2014.
Electric expenses increased 6.9% and water expenses increased 7.1 %primarily attributed to $1.4 million
in additional expense compared to 2015 for pension expense and other post -employment benefits in
compliance with GASB 68 and GASB 45 (see note 9).
See accompanying auditors' report.
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MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
Non -operating revenues remained nearly flat in 2016 from 2015. Non -operating expenses decreased $0.1
million due to decreased interest expense from 2015 and savings acquired from the 2016 refundings of
existing debt (see note 5).
CAPITAL ASSETS
As of December 31, 2016, 2015, and 2014, the District had $123.6 million, $122.4 million, and $119.3
million, respectively, invested in a variety of capital assets, net of accumulated depreciation. A summary of
capital assets is reflected in the following schedule.
Electric distribution facilities
Water distribution facilities
General plant
Sub -totals
Less: Accumulated depreciation
Net of accumulated depreciation
Construction work in progress
Net capital assets
CAPITAL ASSETS
1
206
$ 58,345,690
1081860, 825
2015
$ 541721,615
107, 005, 578
2014
$ 51,524,863
103, 049,122
15, 062,278 13, 887, 881 12, 816, 635
182, 2683793 175, 615, 074 1677390, 620
(63,372,738) (585042,448) (54,475,747)
118, 896, 055 117, 572, 626 112, 914, 873
4,6633696
41844,042 61407,589
$ 123,559,751 $ 122,416,668 $ 11933222462
Net capital assets (additions, less retirements and depreciation) increased in 2016 $1.2 million. This
increase 0 primarily attributed to the Electric Utility's replacement of sub -station equipment in addition to
the Water Utility's ongoing replacement of the antiquated SCADA communication system in addition to
pump station maintenance and repairs and main water line replacements across the District.
LONG-TERM DEBT
Long-term debt includes revenue bonds and notes payable. At December 31, 2016, 2015, and 2014, the
District had $27.6 million, $30.6 million, and $34.7 million, respectively, in long-term debt outstanding, net
current maturities.
In October 2016, the remaining portion of the 2006 COP was refunded and the Pension Sidefund Obligation
Bond, was refunded saving the District $0.4 million over the remaining term of the bonds. No other new
debt was issued in 2016.
CONTACTING THE DISTRICT'S FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
The financial report is designed to provide readers with a general overview of the District's finances and to
demonstrate the District's accountability for the money it receives. If you have questions about this report
or need additional financial information, contact:
Truckee Donner Public Utility District
Attn: Treasurer
11570 Donner Pass Road
Truckee, CA 9616
See accompanying auditors' report.
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
TRUCKEE DONNER PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF NET POSITION
December 31, 2016 and 2015
ASSETS AND DEFERRED
OUTFLOWS OF RESOURCES
CURRENT ASSETS
Funds
Operating
Designated
Restricted
Total Funds
Accounts receivable, net
Unbilled revenues
Accrued interest receivable
Materials and supplies
Prepaid expenses
Other
Total Current Assets
NON -CURRENT ASSETS
Other Non -Current Assets
Restricted funds
Special assessments receivable
Other
Total Other Non -Current Assets
DEFERRED OUTFLOWS OF RESOURCES
Pension
Unamortized loss on refunding
Unamortized redemption premium
Total Deferred Outflows of Resources
CAPITAL ASSETS
Utility plant
Accumulated depreciation
Construction work in progress
Total Capital Assets
TOTAL ASSETS AND DEFERRED
OUTFLOWS OF RESOURCES
2016
$ 71 852,130
10, 759, 538
41293,285
22, 904, 953
1, 820,173
2, 11201
55044
6,981
91264
96,365
28, 913, 981
1, 876, 032
31692,876
925,520
61494,428
4, 005, 050
609, 580
149,934
47641564
564
182, 268, 793
(63, 372, 738)
41706,276
1233602,331
2015
$ 61616,354
11, 914, 287
4.061.391
22, 592, 032
1,639,096
2,766,757
70,856
63%442
36,902
85,715
28, 230, 800
1,900,036
45363,790
997,853
73261,679
2, 632, 077
642, 382
3, 41459
175, 615, 074
(58, 042, 448)
418449042
122, 416, 668
$ 163, 775, 304 $ 161,183, 606
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF NET POSITION
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NET POSITION, LIABILITIES, AND
DEFERRED INFLOWS OF RESOURCES
CURRENT LIABILITIES
Other Liabilities
Accounts payable
Customer deposits
Other
Total Other Liabilities
Current Liabilities Payable From Restricted Assets
Current portion of long-term debt
Accrued interest payable
Total Current Liabilities Payable from Restricted Assets
Total Current Liabilities
NON -CURRENT LIABILITIES
Long-term debt, net of discounts and premiums
Net pension liability
OPEB liability
Installment loans
Unearned revenues
Total Non -Current Liabilities
Total Liabilities
DEFERRED INFLOWS OF RESOURCES
Pension
Total Deferred Inflows of Resources
NET POSITION
Net in�,estment in capital assets
Restricted for debt service
Unrestricted
Total Net Position
TOTAL NET POSITION, LIABILITIES, AND
DEFERRED INFLOWS OF RESOURCES
2016
$ 2, 506, 514
468,168
918.577
3, 893, 259
3, 206, 043
163,159
3, 36%202
71262,461
27, 584, 323
10, 250, 329
719,217
58,403
31073,507
41, 685, 779
2015
$ 2,983,101
423,502
766,699
4,173, 302
2, 935, 919
191, 555
3.127, 474
7300776
30, 209, 240
8, 13,400
374, 530
31226, 709
41, 823, 879
48, 948,240 49,124, 655
1, 597,126
1, 597,126
93, 421, 545
6, 011, 469
13, 96924
113, 229, 938
2, 341, 737
2, 341, 737
89, 271, 509
3581
5,762,124
109,717,214
$ 163, 775, 304 $ 161,183, 606
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF REVENUES,EXPENSES, AND CHANGES IN NET POSITION
December 31, 2016 and 2015
OPERATING REVENUES
Sales to customers
Standby fees
Cap and trade proceeds
Other
Total Operating Revenues
OPERATING EXPENSES
Purchased power
Operations and maintenance
Consumer services
Administration and general
Pension expense
OPEB expense
Depreciation
Total Operating Expenses
Operating Income
NON -OPERATING REVENUE (EXPENSES)
Investment income
Interest expense
Amortization
Other non -operating expenses
Gain (loss) on disposition of assets
Total Non -Operating Revenue (Expenses)
Income Before Contributions
CAPITAL &OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS
CHANGE IN NET POSITION
Net Position -Beginning of Year
NET POSITION -END OF YEAR
2016
$ 33, 026, 587
160, 670
1,172, 306
1, 244,146
35.603.709
11,511,308
6,951,273
2,130, 422
4,331,827
11220, 591
2015
$ 30, 818, 856
169, 010
965, 402
11023,729
32, 976, 997
11, 348, 241
6,8043271
591522
4,054,439
65,373
719,218 -
6,237, 033 51960,520
331101, 672 30, 892, 366
21502, 037 2,0841631
368, 761
(897, 993)
(12,599)
(145,078)
(13514)
(688,423)
1,813,614
1.699.110
3, 512, 724
385,731
(943,034)
,355
(2517753)
30, 990
(762, 711)
1,321,920
1,430,510
2752430
109, 7,2149641784
$113,229,938 $109,717,214
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES
Received from customers
Paid to suppliers for goods and services
Paid to employees for sen ices
Net Cash Flows from Operating Activities
CASH FLOWS FROM NONCAPITAL FINANCING ACTIVITIES
Debt issuance costs
Proceeds from refunding
Principal payments on long-term debt
Interest payments on long-term debt
Net Cash Flows from Noncapital Financing Activities
CASH FLOWS FROM CAPITAL AND RELATED
FINANCING ACTIVITIES
Capital expenditures for utility plant
Cost of disposal of property net of salvage
Capital contributions, connection and facility fees
Special assessments receipts
Debt issuance costs
Proceeds from refunding
Principal payments on long-term debt
Interest payments on long-term debt
Cash Flows From Capital and Related Financing Activities
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES
Interest income received
Cash Flows from Investing Activities
Net Change in Cash and Cash Equivalents
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS —Beginning of Year
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS —END OF YEAR
NONCASH CAPITAL AND RELATED FINANCING ACTIVITIES
2016
$ 35,177, 778
(19,476,138)
(6,4325772)
78, 838
5, 33413
2015
$ 32,950,562
(18,507,965)
(6,159, 526)
8,283, 071
(6,102, 838) (593, 000)
(2502584) (301,725)
(921,171) (894, 725)
(7, 421,152)
(78, 431)
11356,731
670,914
66,240
3,128, 760
(5,4979159)
(648,788)
(8,422, 885)
406, 993
406, 993
331, 805
(9, 014, 992)
(109,189)
11703,180
648,531
251,754
14,781,118
(18,553,445)
(11309,070)
(11,6023113)
413.723
(3, 800, 044)
22, 593, 595 26, 3,639
$ 223925,400 $ 22,593,595
Developer and customer added capital assets $ 189,176 $ 167,277
Recognition of prior period unearned revenues $ 3,309,061 $ 3,014,152
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
RECONCILIATION OF OPERATING INCOME TO NET CASH
FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES
Operating income
Noncash items included in operating income
Depreciation and amortization
Depreciation charged to other accounts
Pension expense -GASB 68
Deferred Pension Contributions - GASB 68
OPEB
Changes in assets and liabilities
Accounts receivable and unbilled revenues
Materials and supplies
Prepaid expenses and other current assets
Accounts payable
Customer deposits
Other current liabilites
NET CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITES
RECONCILIATION OF CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS
TO THE BALANCE SHEET
Operating
Designated
Restricted funds - current
Restricted funds -non-current
Total Cash and Investments
Less: Long-term investments
Mark to market adjustments
TOTAL CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS
2016
$ 2)502,037
6,237,033
64,368
80,590
(1, 0612245)
719,218
(325, 520)
(17, 539)
(22, 362)
(476, 588)
1668
2015
$ 21084,631
51960,520
267,722
565,373
(721, 340)
(236,166)
(4, 625)
(182, 620)
397, 822
2,152
224, 208602
$ 9,268,868 $ 8,283,071
$ 7,852,130 $ 6,616,354
10, 759, 538 11, 914, 287
41293,285 41061,391
11876,032 11900,036
24, 780, 985 24, 492, 068
(1,698,880) (1,698,880)
(156,705) (199,593)
$ 22, 925, 400 $ 22, 593, 595
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 1 — ORGANIZATION AND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
A. ORGANIZATION
The Truckee Donner Public Utility District (the District) was formed and operates under the State of
California Public Utility District Act. The District is governed by a board of directors which consists of five
elected members. The District provides electric and water service to portions of Nevada and Placer
Counties described as Truckee. The electric and water service operations are separately maintained and
operated. These financial statements reflect the combined electric and water operations of the District. All
significant transactions between electric and water operations have been eliminated. These eliminations
include power purchases and rent for shared facilities.
The District's blended component units consist of organizations whose respective governing boards are
comprised entirely of the members of the District's Board of Directors. These organizations are reported as
if they are a part of the District's operations. The entities are legally separate; however, in the case of the
Truckee Donner Public Utility District Financing Corporation, financial support has been pledged and
financial and operational policies may be significantly influenced by the District.
The financial results of these blended component units are not included in this report. However,
the District has issued an additional consolidated report that includes these component units. A
copy of that report can be requested from the District.
The following is a description of the District's blended component units:
Truckee Donner Public Utility District Financing Corporation is a legal entity that was created to issue and
administer Certificates of Participation on behalf of the District. (See note 5).
Separate standalone financial statements are not available for the blended component units described
above. Unless noted, disclosures relating to the component units are the same as for the District.
B. ACCOUNTING POLICIES
The financial statements of the District have been prepared in conformity with accounting principles
generally accepted in the United States of America. The Governmental Accounting Standards Board
(GASB) is the accepted standard setting body for establishing governmental accounting and financial
reporting principles.
The financial statements are reported using the economic resources measurement focus and the accrual
basis of accounting. Under the accrual basis of accounting, revenues are recognized when earned and
expenses are recorded when the liability is incurred or economic asset used. Revenues, expenses, gains,
losses, assets and liabilities, that are a result of exchange and exchange like transactions, are recognized
when the exchange takes place.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 1 — ORGANIZATION AND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Continued)
C. USE OF ESTIMATES
Preparation of financial statements inconformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United
States of America requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported
amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial
statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results
could differ from those estimates.
D. CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS
For the purpose of the accompanying statement of cash flows, the District considers all highly liquid
instruments with original maturities of three months or less when purchased to be cash equivalents.
E. INVESTMENTS
The District pools cash and investments. The District's investment policy allows for investments in
instruments permitted by the California Government Code and/or the investments permitted by the trust
agreements on District financing. The District's investment policy contains provisions intended to limit the
District's exposure to interest rate risk, credit risk, and concentration of credit risk. Investment income from
pooled investments is allocated to all funds in the pool. Interest is allocated on the basis of month end cash
amounts for each fund as a percentage of the total balance.
The District categorizes the fair value measurements of its investments based on the hierarchy established
by generally accepted accounting principles. The fair value hierarchy, which has three levels, is based on
the valuation inputs used to measure an assets fair value: Level 1 inputs are quoted prices in active markets
for identical assets; Level 2 inputs are significant other observable inputs; Level 3 inputs are significant
unobservable inputs. The District does not have any investments that are measured using Level 3 inputs.
F. DESIGNATED ASSETS
The board has designated certain resources for future capital projects, replacements, and operational
needs.
G. RESTRICTED ASSETS
Restricted assets are assets restricted by the covenants of long-term financial arrangements or other third
party legal restrictions. Restricted assets are used in accordance with their requirements and where both
restricted and unrestricted resources are available for use, restricted resources are used first and then
unrestricted as they are needed.
H. ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE AND ALLOWANCES FOR DOUBTFUL ACCOUNTS
Accounts receivable are recorded at the invoiced amount and are reported net of allowances for doubtful
accounts of $34,300 and $51,000 for 2016 and 2015, respectively.
1. MATERIALSAND SUPPLIES
Materials and supplies are recorded at average cost.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 1 —ORGANIZATION AND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Continued)
J. DEBT PREMIUM, BOND ISSUANCE COSTS, AND DISCOUNTS
Original issue and reacquired bond premiums and discounts relating to revenue bonds are amortized over
the terms of the respective bond issues using the effective interest method. Bond issuance costs are
expensed in the period incurred.
K. SPECIAL ASSESSMENT RECEIVABLE
Special assessment receivable represent amounts due from property owners within the Donner Lake
Assessment District for improvements made by the District pursuant to an agreement with the property
owners to improve their water quality as discussed in note 7.
L. AMORTIZED EXPENSES
In 2003, the District entered into a broadband dark fiber maintenance agreement with Sierra Pacific
Communications (SPC) which is included in the line item "other non -current assets" in the accompanying
Statement of Net Position. SPC subsequently assigned the agreement to AT&T. The agreement is expected
to provide benefit to the District over the estimated 20-year life of the agreement. (See note 4).
M. CAPITAL ASSETS
Capital assets are generally defined by the District as assets with an initial, individual cost of more than
$10,000 and an estimated useful life of at least two years.
Capital assets of the District are stated at the lower of cost or the fair market value at the time of contribution
to the District. Major outlays for plant are capitalized as projects are constructed. Depreciation on capital
assets is calculated using the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the assets, which are
as follows:
Distribution Plant
Electric 23 — 35 years
Water 15 — 40 years
Computer software and hardware 3 — 7 years
Building and improvements 20 — 33 years
Equipment and furniture 4 — 10 years
It is the District's policy to capitalize interest paid on debt incurred for significant construction projects while
those projects are under construction, less any interest earned on related unspent debt proceeds. No new
debt related to capital assets was issued in 2015 and 2014; no interest was capitalized in 2015 or in 2014.
N. COMPENSATED ABSENCES
Under terms of employment, employees are granted sick leave and vacations in varying amounts. Only
benefits considered to be vested are disclosed in these statements. Vested vacation and sick leave pay is
accrued when earned in the financial statements. The liability is liquidated from general operating revenues
of the utility.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 1 — ORGANIZATION AND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Continued)
O, REVENUE RECOGNITION
The District records estimated revenues earned, but not billed to customers, as of the end of the year.
Revenues are recorded as meters are read on a cycle basis throughout each month for electric and water
customers. Unbilled revenues, representing estimated consumer usage for the period between the last
meter reading and the end of the period, are accrued in the period of consumption. Water customers without
meters are billed on a flat -rate basis, and revenues are recorded as billed. Revenues from connection fees
are recognized upon completion of the connection. Income that the District has earned through investing
its excess cash is reflected within income from investments when earned.
P. REVENUE AND EXPENSE CLASSIFICATION
The District distinguishes operating revenues and expenses from non -operating items in the preparation of
its financial statements. Operating revenues and expenses generally result from providing electric and
water services in connection with the District's principal ongoing operations. The principal operating
revenues are sales to customers. The District's operating expenses include power purchases, labor,
materials, services, and other expenses related to the delivery of electric and water services. All revenues
and expenses not meeting this definition are reported as non -operating revenues and expenses, or capital
contributions and other.
Q. POWER PURCHASES AND TRANSMISSION
In 1999, the District entered into an agreement with Sierra Pacific Power Company dba NV Energy
(SPPC), whereby SPPC will provide transmission services to the District through December 31, 2027. In
addition, the District purchases scheduling services from Utah Municipal Power Systems and the
scheduling services are included in the monthly power billings from UAMPS. The purchase of
transmission services from NV Energy represented 5.1 % and 4.1 % of total purchased power costs in
2015 and 2016, respectively.
In December of 2005, the District entered into an agreement with UAMPS. Subsequently, the District
entered into many pooling appendices for power capacity and energy that relate to various time periods
from January 2008 through March 2028. Also in 2009, the District signed an agreement with UAMPS for
approximately 5 MW of the Nebo natural gas generation plant capacity. In August 2012, the Horse Butte
Wind project began commercial operation and the District owns approximately 15 MW of nameplate
capacity that generates about 5 MW on average. The District has also invested in the Veyo Heat
Recovery project that came on line in mid-2016. The District will expect about 1.7 MW of carbon free
generation from this generation source.
In August of 2007, the District entered into an agreement with Western Area Power Administration
(WAPA) for the delivery of Stampede Dam Hydro generation. In accordance with this agreement, the
District is entitled to a portion of the power generated by the Stampede Dam Hydro generation. This
generation is dependent upon the amount of water that is made available to the generator. This
agreement is effective through 2024.
In 2016 and 2015, the UAMPS contract, along with its appendices, and the WAPA contract for Stampede
Dam Hydro comprised the majority of a diversified power portfolio that balanced risk and cost for the
District.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 1 —ORGANIZATION AND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Continued)
R. CAP AND TRADE PROGRAM PROCEEDS
California Assembly Bill 32 (AB32) is an effort by the State of California to seta 2020 greenhouse gas
(GHG) emissions reduction goal into law. AB32 requires California to lower greenhouse gas emissions to
1990 levels by 2020. Central to this initiative is the implementation of a cap and trade program, which covers
major sources of GHG emissions in the State including power plants. The California Cap and Trade
Program is designed to achieve cost-effective emissions reductions across the capped sectors. The
program sets maximum statewide GHG emissions for all covered sectors each year ("cap"), and allows
covered entities to sell off allowances ("trade"). An allowance is a tradable permit that allows the emission
of one metric ton of CO2 that they do not need. The California carbon price is driven by allowance trading.
The District is subject to AB32 and has excess allowances due to reducing carbon -based generation in its
power portfolio.
In 2016 and 2015, the District sold its excess allowances in the program auctions and the proceeds were
recorded as $1,172,306 and $965,402 operating revenue for the respective years. The auction proceeds
are held in a restricted fund and are used to purchase qualified renewable power. (See note 2).
S. INCOME TAXES
As a government agency, the District is exempt from payment of federal and state income taxes.
T. CONTRIBUTED CAPITAL ASSETS
A portion of the District's capital assets have been obtained through amounts charged to developers for
plant constructed by the District; direct contributions of capital assets from developers and other parties; as
well as assessments of local property owners. These items are recognized within capital assets as
construction is completed for plant constructed by the District based on the cost of the items, when received
for contributed capital assets based on the actual or estimated fair value of the contributed items, or upon
completion of the related project for development agreements. The District records amounts received within
capital contributions when a legally enforceable claim is established. Until the District meets the criteria to
record the amounts described above as capital contributions, any amounts received are recorded within
unearned revenues on the Statement of Net Position.
U. OTHER— PENSION SIDEFUND
As a result of implementing GASB Statement No. 68, the pension side -fund payoff that occurred in 2011
and which had been reported in the financial statements as an asset was written off due to the District's
participation in CaIPERS cost -sharing multi -employer retirement benefit plan. However, the liability for the
payoff remains until paid in full thru 2022. The intercompany fund transfers for the principal portion of the
debt service between the electric and water utility is included as "other."
V. PENSION
For purposes of measuring the net pension liability and deferred outflows/inflows of resources related to
pensions, and pension expense, information about the fiduciary net position of the District's California Public
Employee's Retirement System (CaIPERS) plans (Plans) and the additions to/deductions from the Plans'
fiduciary net position have been determined on the same basis as they are reported by CaIPERS. For this
purpose, benefit payments (including refunds of employee contributions) are recognized when due and
payable in accordance with the benefit terms. Investments are reported at fair value.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 1 — ORGANIZATION AND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Continued)
W. RECENTACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS IMPLEMENTED BYTHE DISTRICT
In June 2012, GASB issued Statement No. 68, "Accounting and Financial Reporting for Pensions — An
Amendment of GASB Statement No. 27." The primary objective of this statement is to improve accounting
and financial reporting by state and local governments for pensions by requiring recognition of the entire
net pension liability and a more comprehensive measure of pension expense. This statement establishes
standards for measuring and recognizing liabilities, deferred outflows and deferred inflows of resources,
and expenses/expenditures. For defined benefit pensions, this statement identifies the methods and
assumptions that should be used to project benefit payments, discount projected benefit payments to their
actuarial present value, and attribute that present value to periods of employee service. In November 2013,
GASB issued Statement No. 71, "Pension Transition for Contributions Made Subsequent to the
Measurement Date— an amendment of GASB Statement No. 68."This statement requires that at transition,
the district recognize a beginning deferred outflow of resources for pension contributions, if any, made
subsequent to the measurement date of the beginning net pension liability. The District implemented the
statement effective December 31, 2014.
In February 2015, GASB issued Statement No. 72, Fair Measurement and Application. This statement
addresses accounting and financial reporting issues related to fair value measurements. This statement
provides guidance for applying fair value to certain investments and disclosures related to all fair value
measurements. The District implemented the statement in the current year.
In March 2016, GASB issued Statement No. 82, Pension Issues, an amendment of GASB Statements No.
67, No. 68, and No. 73. The primary objective of this statement is to address issues regarding (1)
presentation of payroll -related measures in required supplementary information, (2) selection of
assumptions and the treatment of deviations from the guidance in an Actuarial Standard of Practice for
financial reporting purposes, and (3) the classification of payments made by employers to satisfy employee
(plan member) contribution requirements. The District implemented the statement in the current year.
X. DEFERRED OUTFLOWS OF RESOURCES AND DEFERRED INFLOWS OF RESOURCES
Consists of deferrals for changes in the net pension liability as defined under GASB Statement No. 68.
Y. UNAMORTIZED LOSS ON BOND REFUNDING
For current and advanced refunding results in defeasance of debt, the difference between the reacquisition
price and the net carrying amount of the old debt (Gain or loss) is deferred and amortized as a component
of interest expense over the remaining life of the old debt or the new debt, whichever is shorter. These
amounts are reported as deferred outflow on the statements of net position.
Z. ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS TO BE IMPLEMENTED IN UPCOMING YEARS
GASB Statement No. 75, Accounting and Financial Reporting for Postemployment Benefits Other Than
Pensions, addresses accounting and financial reporting for OPEB that is provided to the employees of state
and local governmental employers. This Statement establishes standards for recognizing and measuring
liabilities, deferred outflows of resources, deferred inflows of resources, and expense/expenditures. This
statement is effective for the District fiscal year ending December 31, 2017. The District has elected not to
implement GASB Statement No. 75 early and has not determined its effect on the District's financial
statements.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 1 —ORGANIZATION AND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Continued)
Z. ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS TO BE IMPLEMENTED IN UPCOMING YEARS
(CONTINUED)
GASB Statement No. 83, Certain Asset Retirement Obligations, addresses accounting and financial
reporting for certain asset retirement obligations (ARO's). The District has not determined what impact, if
any, this pronouncement will have on the financial statements. Application of this statement is effective for
the District's fiscal year ending December 31, 2018,
NOTE 2 —CASH, CASH EQUIVALENTS, AND INVESTMENTS
Cash, cash equivalents and investments are recorded in accounts as either restricted or unrestricted as
required by the District's certificates of participation indentures or other third -party legal restrictions.
Restricted assets represent funds that are restricted by certificates of participation covenants or third party
contractual agreements. Assets that are allocated by resolution of the Board of Directors are considered to
be Board designated assets. Board designated assets are a component of unrestricted assets as their use
may be redirected at any time by approval of the Board. Upon Board approval, assets from board
designated accounts may be used to pay for selected capital projects. Such accounts have been designated
by the Board for the following purposes:
Electric Capital Replacement
Starting in 2009, the Board set aside funds designated for future electric infrastructure replacement.
Electric Vehicle Reserve
Beginning in 2009, the Board set aside funds designated for future electric utility vehicle
replacements.
Electric Rate Reserve
Incompliance with Board rules, the District created an electric rate stabilization fund in anticipation
of future costs. During both 2016 and 2015, there was no utilization of these funds to offset
increased power costs in lieu of raising electric rates.
Reserve for Future Meters
Prior to 1992, connection fees charged to applicants for water service included an amount, which
was maintained in a designated fund, to offset the cost of future metering. In 2008, the Board
adopted an ordinance to charge a $5 monthly surcharge to all customers of treated water beginning
January 2009 through December 2013. Water meters and automated meter reading devices are
being installed, and customers will be billed volumetrically in accordance with California Assembly
Bill 2572. As meters are installed, these funds are used to pay for related costs.
Water Vehicle Reserve
Beginning in 2009, the Board set aside funds designated for future water utility vehicle
replacements.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 2 — CASH, CASH EQUIVALENTS, AND INVESTMENTS (Continued)
Prepaid Connection Fees
In compliance with Board rules, the District has set aside prepaid connection fees to cover
installation costs of water services.
Debt Service Coverage and Operating Reserve Fund
Effective 2007, the Board has voluntarily set aside funds to improve the District's cash -to -debt -
service ratio. In 2016, funds were used for capital projects.
Donner Lake Assessment District Surcharge Fund
The District established a monthly billing surcharge in the amount of $6.65 applicable to customers
in the Donner Lake area to provide revenue to pay the remainder of the cost of reconstruction
effective October 2006.
As of December 31, board designated accounts consisted of the following:
Electric capital replacement fund
Electric vehicle reserve
Electric rate reserve
Reserve for future meters
Water vehicle reserve
Prepaid connection fees
Debt service & operating reserve fund
Donner Lake Assessment District surcharge fund
Totals
2016
$ 31428,129
378,880
45400,251
533,777
79,181
11847,559
91,760
$ 109759,537
2015
$ 3, 41783
351,761
4, 7629
6321967
79,352
1869
3, 1853
1073
$ 11,914,287
Certain assets have been restricted by bond covenants or third party contractual agreements for the
following purposes:
Certificates of Participation: Water
In 2015, a portion of the 2006 Certificates of Participation were refunded. The new 2015 refunding
did not require a reserve fund. The reserve fund was liquidated and applied towards reducing the
debt principal remaining funds are for scheduled debt service.
In 2016, the remaining 2006 Certificates of Participation were refunded.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 2 —CASH, CASH EQUIVALENTS, AND INVESTMENTS (Continued)
Facilities Fees
The District charges facties fees to applicants for new service to cover the costs of infrastructure
needed to meet their systems demand. The use of such funds is restricted by California state law.
Department of Water Resources (DWR) Prop 55 Reserve Fund
Regulations relating to the Department of Water Resources loan require the accumulation of a
reserve fund as security for each principal and interest payment as they come due. Annual
payments into the fund were required for each of the first ten years beginning April 1, 1996. The
total reserve fund equals two semi-annual payments and was fullyfunded during 2006. These funds
are set aside for the life of the borrowed amount. All of the reserve funds are invested in the State
of California Local Agency Investment Fund.
Glenshire Escrow Account
The District received cash and other assets as part of its acquisition of the Glenshire Mutual Water
Company. Also, the District will continue to receive a monthly water system upgrade surcharge
from Glenshire residents until November 30, 2017. This cash is utilized to pay the installment loan
related to the Glenshire water system improvements as specified in the terms of the acquisition
agreement.
In 2011, the District sold a parcel from the Glenshire Mutual Water Company assets. The net
proceeds of $294,940 were transferred to the Glenshire Escrow Account and the monthly water
system upgrade surcharge was reduced from $10.75 to $4.75.
Donner Lake Special Assessment District Improvement and Reserve Fund
The District established the Donner Lake Special Assessment District (DEAD) Improvement Fund
to account for all funds received from the Special Assessment Receivable, which will be used to
pay the debt service costs related to the Donner Lake Water System project. The DLAD
Improvement Fund also has a reserve fund as required by the California — Safe Drinking Water —
State Revolving Fund (SRF). This fund is required to set aside $40,043 semi-annually for ten years
beginning in 2006.
Solar Initiative Fund
The California Solar Initiative Senate Bill 1 (SB1) was enacted in 2006, mandating that all publicly -
owned electric utilities within the State of California, prepare, adopt and implement a solar rebate
program by January 2008 to encourage its customers to install solar energy systems.
In 2007, the Board adopted a rebate program effective January 2008, targeting $177,400 annually
over ten years to be used as rebates for the installation of solar electricity systems and to raise
these funds through a customer surcharge.
In 2016 and 2015, the rebate program exceeded rebate collections eliminating the need to restrict
rebate proceeds. In 2016, the required rebates were awarded ending the SB1 rebate program.
The monthly 001 customer charge will continue through 2017 so the District electric utility will be
reimbursed for advancing the rebates through 2017.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 2 — CASH, CASH EQUIVALENTS, AND INVESTMENTS (Continued)
AB32 Cap and Trade Auction Fund
California Assembly Bill 32 (AB32) is an effort by the State of California to seta 2020 greenhouse
gas (GHG) emissions reduction goal into law. AB32 requires California to lower greenhouse gas
emissions to 1990 levels by 2020. Central to this initiative is the implementation of a cap and trade
program, which covers major sources of GHG emissions in the State including power plants. The
California Cap and Trade Program is designed to achieve cost-effective emissions reductions
across the capped sectors. The program sets maximum statewide GHG emissions for all covered
sectors each year ("cap"), and allows covered entities to sell off allowances ("trade"). An allowance
is a tradable permit that allows the emission of one metric ton of CO2 that they do not need. The
California carbon price is driven by allowance trading. The District is subject to AB32 and has
excess allowances due to reducing carbon -based generation in its power portfolio.
The District electric utility is identified as an "Electric Distribution Utility' under the Cap and Trade
regulations and is therefore eligible to receive a direct allocation of allowances that can be sold in
an auction. The proceeds from quarterly allowance auctions are held in this restricted fund and
are used to purchase qualified renewable power. These funds are intended to mitigate the burden
on the consumer without impacting a carbon price signal.
Other (Area Improvement Funds)
The District received funds from the County of Nevada, which are to be used only for improvements
to specific areas within the District's boundaries in Nevada County. These areas include various
Nevada County assessment districts.
As of December 31, restricted cash and cash equivalents and investments consisted of the following:
Certificates of Participation
Facilities fees
DWR-Prop 55 reserve fund
Glenshire escrow accounts
Donner Lake Special Assessment District improvement
Donner Lake Special Assessment District reserve fund
AB 32 Cap and Trade Auction fund
Other (area improvement funds)
Total Restricted Cash and Cash
Equivalents and Investments
2016 2015
$ 5371586 $ 641,699
607,235 514,264
315,571 312,670
95,695 175, 403
2, 593,139 21517,494
8047801 800,852
1,163, 035 947,269
52,256 51,776
$ 63169,318 $ 51961,427
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 2 —CASH, CASH EQUIVALENTS, AND INVESTMENTS (Continued)
Cash and investments are comprised of the following cash and cash equivalents and investments as of
December 31:
Cash and cash equivalents
Mark to market adjustment
Investments — govemment bonds
Totals
2016
$ 225881,498
156, 705
1,698,880
$ 24, 737, 083
2015
$ 22, 593, 595
199, 593
1, 698, 880
$ 24,492,068
Cash and cash equivalents and investments were $24,737,083 and $24,492,068 at December 31, 2016
and 2015, respectively. Cash equivalents substantially consist of deposits in the state pooled fund, Placer
County pooled fund, money market funds, and government bonds. For purposes of the Statements of Cash
Flows, the District considers all highly liquid instruments with original maturities of three months or less to
be cash equivalents.
Adjustments necessary to record investments at market value are recorded in the operating statement as
increases or decreases in investment income. Market values may have changed significantly after year
end.
FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENT
The District applies the provisions of Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) Statement No.
72, Fair Value Measurement and Application, which requires governmental entities, to report certain
investments at fair value on the Statements of Net Position.
Investments are valued at fair value at December 31. Fair value is defined as the price that would be
received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants
at the measurement date. The District categorizes its fair value measurements within the fair value
hierarchy established by generally accepted accounting principles. The hierarchy is based on the valuation
inputs used to measure the fair value of the asset. Level 1 inputs are quoted prices for identical instruments
in active markets. Level 2 inputs are quoted prices for similar instruments in active markets; quoted prices
for identical or similar instruments in markets that are not active; and model derived valuations in which all
significant inputs are observable. Level 3 inputs are valuations derived from valuation techniques in which
significant inputs are unobservable.
The District classifies its fair value measurements within the fair value hierarchy established by generally
accepted accounting principles. The district as the following fair value measurements as of December 31,
2016:
• US Government bonds and Money Market Funds are valued using observable inputs
(Level 2 inputs).
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 2 — CASH, CASH EQUIVALENTS, AND INVESTMENTS (Continued)
INVESTMENTSAUTHORIZED BYTHEDISTRICT'S INVESTMENT POLICY
The District adopted an investment policy in 2006 which allowed for investments in instruments permitted
by the California Government Code and/or the investments permitted by the trust agreements on District
financing, including investments in the local government investment fund pool administered by the State of
California (LAIF), Placer County Treasurer's Investment Portfolio (PCTIP) pooled investment, and Utah
Public Treasurers' Investment Fund (UPTIF). The District's investment policy contains provisions intended
to limit the District's exposure to interest rate risk, credit risk, and concentration of credit risk. At December
31, 2016 and 2017 the District's deposits and investments were held as follows:
2016
Cash on hand $ 21400
Deposits 964,122
LAIF 81006,871
PCTIP 61853,226
U PTI F 61944,706
Money Market Funds 133,628
Govemment Bonds 1,876,032
Totals $ 24,780,985
DISCLOSURES RELATING TO INTEREST RATE RISK
2015
$ 2,400
765514
5, 31324
8,4471363
7,157,158
2411273
1, 1036
$ 245492:068
Interest rate risk is the risk that changes in the market interest rates will adversely affect the fair value of an
investment. Generally, the longer the maturity of an investment, the greater is the sensitivity of its fair value
to changes in market interest rates. Information about the sensitivity of the fair values of the District's
investments to market interest rate fluctuations is provided by the following table that shows the District's
investments by maturity for 2015 and 2014:
Investment and Deposits Maturity
LAIF 3 months or less
PCTIP 3 months or less
UPTIF 3 months or less
Fidelity Money Market Government Portfolio 57 3 months or less
Dreyfus Treasury Securities 3 months or less
Federal Farm Credit Banks 03/02/2021
DISCLOSURES RELATING TO CREDIT RISK
Generally, credit risk is the risk that an issuer of an investment will not fulfill its obligation to the holder of
the investment. This is measured by the assignment of a rating by a nationally recognized statistical rating
organization. LAIF, PCTIF and UPTIF do not have a rating provided by a nationally recognized statistical
rating organization. Federal Farm Credit Banks is rated AA+ by S&P and Aaa by Moody's. The Dreyfus
Treasury Securities is rated Aaa-mf by Moody's and AAAm by S&P. The Fidelity Money Market is rated
AAA-mf by Moody's and AAAm by S&P.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 2 —CASH, CASH EQUIVALENTS, AND INVESTMENTS (Continued)
CUSTODIAL CREDIT RISK
Custodial credit risk for deposits is the risk that, in the event of the failure of a depository financial institution,
a government will not be able to recover its deposits or will not be able to recover collateral securities that
are in the possession of an outside party. The District's investment policy does not contain legal or policy
requirements that would limit the exposure to custodial credit risk for deposits. However, the California
Government Code requires that a financial institution secure deposits made by state or local governmental
units by pledging securities in an undivided collateral pool held by a depository regulated under state law
(unless waived by the government unit). The market value of pledged securities in the collateral pool must
equal at least 110% of the total amount deposited by the public agencies.
As of December 31, 2016 and 2015 all deposits were fully insured or collateralized.
The custodial credit risk for investments is the risk that, in the event of the failure of the counterparty (e.g.,
broker/dealer) to a transaction, a government will not be able to recover the value of its investment or
collateral securities that are in the possession of another party. The California Government Code and the
District's investment policy do not contain legal or policy requirements that would limit the exposure to
custodial credit risk for investments. With respect to investments, custodial credit risk generally applies
only to direct investments in marketable securities. Custodial credit risk does not apply to a local
government's indirect investment in securities through the use of mutual funds or governmental investment
pools (such as LAIF).
DEPOSIT IN STATE INVESTMENT POOL
The District is a voluntary participant in the Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF). This investment fund
has an equity interest in the State of California's (State's) Pooled Money Investment Account (PMIA)a PMIA
funds are on deposit with the State's Centralized Treasury System and are managed in compliance with
the California Government Code according to a statement of investment policy which sets forth permitted
investment vehicles, liquidity parameters, and maximum maturity of investments. The fair value of the
District's investment in this pool is reported in the accompanying financial statements at amounts based
upon the District's pro-rata share of the fair value provided by the LAIF for the entire LAIF portfolio (in
relation to the amortized cost of the portfolio). The balance available for withdrawal is based on the
accounting records maintained by the LAIF, which are recorded on an amortized cost basis.
DEPOSIT IN PLACER COUNTY TREASURER INVESTMENT POOL
The District is a voluntary participant in the Placer County Investment Portfolio (PCTIP). The District is
eligible to participate in PCTIP because a portion of the District's service area is in Placer County.
Investments are on deposit with the Placer County Treasurer and are managed in compliance with the
California Government Code according to a statement of investment policy which sets forth permitted
investment vehicles, liquidity parameters, and maximum maturity of investments. The fair value of the
District's investment in this pool is reported in the accompanying financial statements at amounts based
upon the District's pro-rata share of the fair value provided by Placer County Treasurer for the entire PCTIP
in relation to the amortized cost of the portfolio). The balance available for withdrawal is based on the
accounting records maintained by the Placer County Treasurer, which are recorded on an amortized cost
basis.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 2 -CASH, CASH EQUIVALENTS, AND INVESTMENTS (Continued)
DEPOSIT IN UTAH PUBLIC TREASURERS' INVESTMENT FUND
The District is a voluntary participant in the Utah Public Treasurers' Investment Fund (UPTIF). The District
is eligible to participate in UPTIF through its membership with Utah Associated Municipal Power Systems
(UAMPS). Investments are on deposit with State of Utah public treasury and investments are restricted to
those authorized by the Utah Money Management Act and rules of the Money Management Council of
Utah. The fair value of the District's investments in this pool is reported in the accompanying financial
statements at amounts based upon the District's pro-rata share of the fair value provided by UPTIF through
UAMPS Member Retention Fund.
NOTE 3 -CAPITAL ASSETS
Capital assets consist of the following at December 31, 2016 and 2015:
Electric distribution facilities
Water distribution facilities
General plant
Less: Accumulated depreciation
Construction work in progress
Totals
Electric distribution facilities
Water distribution facilities
General plant
Less: Accumulated depreciation
Construction work in progress
Totals
January 1,
2016 Additions
December 31,
Reductions 2016
$ 541721,615 $ 41391,867 $ (7671792)
107,0059578 21023,496 (168,249)
13,887,881 1,332,733 (158,336)
175,615,074 7,748,096 (19094,377)
(5820422448) (6,4851285) 19154,994
4/8443042 71686,181 (798239947)
$ 122, 416, 668 $ 81948,992 $ (7, 763, 330)
January 1,
2015 Additions
$ 51,524,863 $ 3,7779881
103,049,122 5,6531380
12,816,635 11314,555
167, 390, 620 10, 745, 816
(54,475, 747) (61204, 361)
61407,589 91188,877
$ 119,322,462 $ 13,730,332
Reductions
$
(581,129)
(1,696,924)
(243,308)
(21521,362)
21637,661
(1037529425)
$ (10,6362125)
$ 58,345,690
108, 860, 825
15, 062, 278
182, 2681 793
(63,372,739)
42706,276
123,602,331
December 31,
2015
$ 54,721,615
107,005,578
13, 887, 881
175, 615, 074
(58,042,448)
4, 844, 042
$ 122,4169668
As of December 31, 2016 and 2015, the plant in service included land and land rights of $3,318,346 and
$2,622,946 respectively which are not being depreciated.
A portion of the plant has been contributed to the District. When replacement is needed, the District replaces
the contributed plant with District -financed plant.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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$ 119,322,462 $ 13,730,332
Reductions
$
(581,129)
(1,696,924)
(243,308)
(21521,362)
21637,661
(1037529425)
$ (10,6362125)
$ 58,345,690
108, 860, 825
15, 062, 278
182, 2681 793
(63,372,739)
42706,276
123,602,331
December 31,
2015
$ 54,721,615
107,005,578
13, 887, 881
175, 615, 074
(58,042,448)
4, 844, 042
$ 122,4169668
As of December 31, 2016 and 2015, the plant in service included land and land rights of $3,318,346 and
$2,622,946 respectively which are not being depreciated.
A portion of the plant has been contributed to the District. When replacement is needed, the District replaces
the contributed plant with District -financed plant.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 4 —TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES
In 1999, the District inated a project to expand their basic service offerings to include Internet access,
cable television and voice delivered over fiber optic networks (the broadband project). The District
completed the broadband design project and obtained the necessary regulatory approvals and franchises
needed to construct and launch the broadband project. A local cable television service provider filed an
objection in September 2004 with the Nevada County Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO), the
entity responsible for providing regulatory approval for the broadband project. After denying the cable
television provider's request for a reconsideration of their approval of the District's project, the cable
television provider filed a lawsuit against LAFCO. The District was not named in the lawsuit. A ruling on the
lawsuit was received in January 2006. LAFCO prevailed on all portions of the cable television provider's
claim. The cable television provider filed an appeal; however, in June of 2007, the Court ruled in favor of
LAFCO, upholding the initial ruling.
Since 2009, the District has been exploring options to sell or lease the existing infrastructure to provide a
return on investment in the project. Expenses incurred by the District to date on the broadband project total
$2,834,079, of which $496,990 was expensed in 2014 for legal fees and preliminary feasibility studies. In
2016 and 2015 there were no material expenditures for this project. The District is however investigating a
Memorandum of Understanding with Plumas Sierra Telecommunications to potentially offer services
utilizing these four fibers from Reno to Sacramento in future years.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 5 —LONG-TERM DEBT
Long-term debt consisted of the following at December 31, 2016:
Pension Obligation Bonds
Electric, 5%
due semi-annually
refinanced in 2016
Pension Obligation Bonds
Electric, 2,47%
due semi-annually
State Rewlting Fund Loan —
Water, 2,34%, due semi-annually
beginning in 2006 to 2026
Certificates of Participation —
Water, 4,00% to 5.00%,
due serially to 2021
refinanced in 2016
Certificates of Participation —
Water, 1.54%
due serially to 2021
Certificates of Participation —
Water, 2,00% to 4,00%,
due serially to 2035 (net
premiums of $502,077)
Department of Water Resources,
3,18%, due semiannually to
2021, secured by real
and personal property.
Installment loans, 5.4 % to 6,23%,
various payment terms and
due dates, secured by
equipment.
Totals
January 1, December 31, Due within
2016 Additions Reductions 2016 one year
5, 589,000
7,417,358
3,765,000 -
- 3,266,000
14,544,095
1, 535,448 -
(440, 000)
(630, 956)
(31765,000)
(547, 018)
(259,705)
5,1491000
6, 7861402
3,2661000
13, 997, 077
1,275,743
809,000
645, 807
632,000
535,000
268,092
673,789
- (299,242)
374,548
316,144
$ 33,519,690
$ 8,855,000 $ (11,525,921)
$ 30,848,770 $
3,206,043
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 5 —LONG-TERM DEBT (Continued)
Long-term debt consisted of the following at December 31, 2015:
Pension Obligation Bonds
Electric, 5%
due semi-annually
State RewlNng Fund Loan —
Water. 234%. due semiannually
beginning in 2006 to 2026.
Certificates of Participation —
Water. 4.00% to 5.00%,
due serially to 2021
A portion was refunded in 2015
Certificates of Participation —
Water, 2009b to 4.00%,
due serially to 2035 (net
premiums of $529,095)
Department of Water Resources,
3.18%, due semiannually to
2021, secured by real
and personal property.
Installment loans, 5.4% to 623%,
carious payment terms and
due dates, secured by
equipment.
Totals
January 1,
2015
S 6,177, 000 S
8,033,804
20, 427, 202
1, 787,132
December 31, Due within
Additions Reductions 2015 one year
- S (593,OD0) S 5,584,OOD
- (616,446) 7.417,358
- (16,662,2D2) 3.765,OOD
15,120,352 (576,257) 14,544,095
- (251,6&5) 1,535,448
S 656,000
630, 956
5702000
520, 000
259,705
957,385
-
(283,596)
673,789
299,259
S 37, 382, 523
S 15,120,352 S (18,983,186)
S 33.519,690 S
2,935,
920
During April 2004, the District obtained financing in the form of a State Revolving Fund Loan, the proceeds
of which were utilized in the replacement of the Donner Lake water system. The District submitted
expenditures to the State for reimbursement of $12,732,965. The semi-annual principal and interest
payments are $400,426 and commenced in 2006. The District is also required to fund a reserve account
by making semi-annual reserve payments in the amount of $40,043 for a 10-year period. In 2004, the
remaining balance of $12,227,122 was used to pay off the temporary lines of credit obtained in 2001 and
2002 to fund the Donner Lake project. (See note 8).
On October 12, 2006, Truckee Donner Public Utility District Financing Corporation issued $26,570,000 of
Certificates of Participation to refund 100% of the outstanding balance of Certificates issued in 1996,
complete the funding of the Donner Lake Assessment District water system, and fund water system capital
improvements. The refunding portion of the 2006 COP's, totaling $8,465,000, has an average interest rate
of 4.10%. The refunded 1996 COP's had an average interest rate of 5.41 %. The net proceeds of
$7,500,557 (after payment of $63,733 in underwriting fees, insurance and other issuance costs) plus an
additional $1,315,194 of reserve fund monies were used to prepay the outstanding debt service
requirements on the 1996 COP's. The terms of the Certificates call for payments to be made only from the
net revenues of the Water Division and the debt is secured by this revenue. These revenues are required
to be at least equal to 125% of the debt service for each year.
In 2015, a portion of the 2006 COP was refunded. Since a portion of the 2006 COP was used for advance
refunding of previous COP, that portion could not be advance refunded. The new 2015 refunding did not
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 5 —LONG-TERM DEBT (Continued)
require a reserve fund. The reserve fund was liquidated and applied towards reducing the debt principal.
The estimated net present value savings are $1,600,000 or 10% over the remaining life of issuance.
In 2016, the remaining portion of the 2006 COP was refunded. The estimated net present value savings is
$222,000 or 5.8% over the remaining life of issuance.
Under the Safe Drinking Water Bond Law of 19863 the Department of Water Resources provided a
$5,000,000 loan to the District in 1993. The loan was to finance capital improvements to the public water
supply and to reduce water quality hazards. The terms of the loan call for payments to be made only from
the net revenues of the Water Division, which are required to be sufficient to pay the debt service for each
year.
In June 2011, the District refunded (refinanced) an existing $7.8 million pension side fund obligation for its
participation in CaIPERS. Prior to 2011, the annual side fund payments were expensed and described in
the Notes to Financial Statements. The pension side fund liability was amortized through June 2022 with a
7.75% rate. This liability was not required to be reported on the District's Statement of Net Position, but the
future pension expense was included in budget and rate calculations. The new refunding rate of 5% reduced
the District's annual pension costs by almost $100,000 through 2022. In 2016, the District refunded the
pension side fund again earning the District annual savings of $30,000 or $164,000 in total.
As a normal part of its operations, the District finances the acquisition of certain assets through the use of
installment loans. These loans have been used to finance the purchase of vehicles, equipment, and certain
water system improvements. There were no additional installment loans in 2016 or in 2015.
Scheduled payments on debt are:
Principal
2017 $ 3, 206, 043
2018 31006,314
2019 31117,221
2020 31228,784
2021 3,179, 833
2022-2026 71363,498
2027-2031 4,110, 000
2032-2036 3,135, 000
$ 30, 346, 693
Plus: Unamortized premiums 502,077
$ 30, 848, 770
Interest
884, 765
71286
41222
6481447
5711195
1, 91576
1, 01625
270,175
$ 6,906,291
Tota I
31803, 600
3, 841, 443
3, 75231
3,751,028
9, 31074
5,160, 625
3,405,175
$ 37,252,984
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 6 —UNEARNED REVENUES
Transactions that have not yet met revenue recognition requirements are recorded as anon -current liaty
and reflected in the accompanying Statement of Net Position. As of December 31, 2016 and 2015,
unearned revenues consist of unearned development agreement deposits, connection fees, and other
deposits.
Unearned revenues consisted of the following at December 31, 2016 and 2015:
January 1,
2016
Development agreement deposits 21156,844
Connection fees and other deposits 11069,865
Totals $ 31226,709
January 1,
2015
Development agreement deposits 1,8431013
Connection fees and other deposits 943,750
Totals $ 2,786,763
Additions
644,922
987,610
$ 11632,532
Additions
738,336
1,085,304
$ 1,823,640
NOTE 7 — DONNER LAKE WATER COMPANY ACQUISITION
Reductions
(564,436)
(192219299)
$ (1,785,734)
Reductions
(424,505)
(959,189)
$ (1,383,694)
December 31,
2016
2,237,331
836,177
$ 39073,507
December 31,
2015
2,156, 844
$
1,069,865
3,226,709
In 2001, the District acquired the Donner Lake Water Company by initiating an eminent domain lawsuit. As
a part of the takeover, the District replaced the entire water system, which cost approximately
$15.6 million and was completed in 2006. The District initially estimated the replacement cost to be
$13 million. The Donner Lake property owners agreed to reimburse the District for the full costs of the
replacement. Therefore, an assessment was placed on each Donner Lake homeowner's property for a pro-
rata share of the $13 million payable immediately or with an option to pay over 20 years. The assessment
is collected by Nevada County and Placer County on behalf of the District and is secured by the Donner
Lake property owners. A monthly $6.65 water system upgrade surcharge is paid by the Donner Lake
customers to reimburse the District for the $2.6 million cost incurred in excess of the assessment.
In April 2004, the District obtained financing in the form of a State Revolving Fund Loan for $12,732,965 at
a rate of 2.34%.The District is required to fund a reserve account by making semi-annual reserve payments
in the amount of $40,043 for a 10-year period. The reserve is fully funded as of December 31, 2016.
As of December 31, 2016 and 2015, the assessment receivable from the property owners was $3,692,876
and $4,363,790 respectively, of which $714,622 and $694,710 is due in the next year. These amounts are
shown as Special Assessments Receivable in the Statement of Net Position. The proceeds of the
assessment and surcharge are placed in the Donner Lake Special Assessment District Improvement Fund
and used to pay the debt service for the water system improvements.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 8 —EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLANS
A. PENSION PLANS
Plan Description —All quaed permanent and probationary employees are eligible to participate in
the District's Miscellaneous Employee Pension Plans, cost -sharing multiple employer defined benefit
pension plans administered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).
Benefit provisions under the Plans are established by State statute and Local Government resolution.
CalPERS issues publicly available reports that include a full description of the pension plans regarding
benefit provisions, assumptions and membership information that can be found on the CalPERS
website.
Benefits Provided — CaIPERS provides service retirement and disability benefits, annual costs of living
adjustments and death benefits to plan members, who must be public employees and beneficiaries.
Benefits are based on years of credited service, equal to one year of full time employment. Members
with five years of total service are eligible to retire at age 50 with statutorily reduced benefits. All
members are eligible for non -duty disability benefits after 10 years of service. The death benefits is
Optional Settlement 2W Death Benefit. The cost of living adjustments for each plan are applied as
specified by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The 2.7% at 55 Miscellaneous Plan is closed to
new entrants.
The plans' provisions and benefits in effect at June 30, 2016, are summarized as follows:
Miscellaneous
Prior to On or after
Hire Date January 1, 2013 January 1, 2013
Benefit Formula 2.7% @ 55 2% @ 62
Benefit Vesting Schedule 5 years service 5 years service
Benefit Payments monthly for life monthly for life
Retirement Age 50 and Up 52 and Up
Monthly Benefits, as a %of eligible compensation 2.0% - 2.7% 1.0% to 2.5%
Required Employee Contributions Rates 8% 6.25%
Required Employer Contributions Rates 11.008% 6.555%
Contributions —Section 208149(c) of the California Public Employee's Retirement Law requires that
the employer contribution rates for all public employers be determined on an annual basis by the
actuary and shall be effective on the July 1 following notice of a change in the rate. Funding
contributions for both Plans are determined annually on an actuarial basis as of June 30 by CalPERS.
The actuarially determined rate is the estimated amount necessary to finance the costs of benefits
earned by employees during the year, with an additional amount to finance any unfunded accrued
liability. The District is required to contribute the difference between the actuarially determined rate
and the contribution rate of employees.
Hire Date
Benefit Formula
2016 Employer Contributions
2015 Employer Contributions
Miscellaneous
Prior to
January 1,
2013
2.7% @ 55
$979,835
$917,113
On or after
January 1
, 2013
2% @ 62
$69,062
$33, 034
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 0- F- CAEEBENEFIT PLANS (Continued)
B. PENSION LIABILITIES, PENSION EXPENSES AND DEFERRED OUTFLOWS/INFLOWS OF
RESOURCES RELATED TO PENSIONS
As of December 31, 2016, the District reported net pension liabilities for its proportionate shares of the net
pension liability as follows:
Proportionate Share of Net Pension Liability
Fiscal Year Ending
June 30, 2016 June 30, 2015
$10, 250, 329
$8, 013, 400
The District's net pension liability is measured as a proportionate share of the net pension liability. The
net pension liability is measured as of June 30, 2016, and the total pension liability used to calculate
the net pension liability was determined by an actuarial valuation as of June 30, 2015 rolled forward to
June 30, 2016 using standard update procedures. The District's proportion of the net pension liability
was based on a projection of the District's long-term share of contributions to the pension plans relative
to the projected contributions of all participating employers, actuarially determined. The District's
proportionate share of the net pension liability for the Plan for the measurement date of June 30, 2016
and June 30, 2015 is as follows:
Measurement Date
Percentage of Plan NPL
Percentage Share of Risk Pool
June 303 2016 June 30, 2015 Change
0.29837%
0.29209%
0.00628%
For the years ended December 31, 2016 and 2015 the District recognized pension expense of $1,220,591
and $535,372 respectively. At December 31, 2016 the District reported deferred outflows of resources and
deferred inflows of resources related to pensions from the following sources:
Pension contributions subsequent to measurement date
Differences between actual and expected experience
Changes in assumptions
Change in employer's proportion and differences between
the employer's contributions and the employer's
proportionate share of contributions
Net differences between projected and actual earnings
on plan investments
Total
Deferred Outflows of
Resources
39,148
$773, 689
239, 834
2, 952, 379
Deferred Inflows of
Resources
(8,286)
(370, 377)
(41, 400)
(1,177, 063)
$4,005,050 ($1,597,126)
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 8 — EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLANS (Continued)
B. PENSION LIABILITIES, PENSION EXPENSES AND DEFERRED OUTFLOWS/INFLOWS OF
RESOURCES RELATED TO PENSIONS (Continued)
$773,689 reported as deferred outflows of resources related to contributions subsequent to the
measurement date will be recognized as a reduction of the net pension liability in the year ended December
31, 2016. Other amounts reported as deferred outflows of resources and deferred inflows of resources
related to pensions will be recognized as pension expense as follows:
Year Ended
December 31 Amount
2017 $158,022
2018 $191,462
2019 $823, 549
2020 $461,202
$1,634,235
Actuarial Assumptions —The total pension liabilities in the June 30, 2016 actuarial valuations were
determined using the following actuarial assumptions:
Valuation Date
Measurement Date
Actuarial Cost Method
Actuarial Assumptions:
Discount Rate
Inflation
y Paroll Growth
Salary Increase
Investment Rate of Return
Mortality (1)
Miscellaneous
2016
2015
Entry -Age Normal Cost Method
7.65%
2.75%
3.00%
Varies by Entry Age and Service
7.5% Net of Pension Plan Investment and Administrative
Expenses; includes Inflation
Derived using CaIPERS membership data for all funds
(1) The mortality table used was developed based on CaIPERS' specific data. The Table includes 20 years of
mortality improvements using Society of Actuaries Scale BB. For more details on this table, please refer to
the 2014 experience study report.
All underlying mortality assumptions and all other actuarial assumptions used in the June 30, 2016 valuation
were based on results of a January 2014 actuarial experience study for the period 1997 to 2011. Further
details of the Experience Study can be found on the CaIPERS website.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 8 — EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLANS (Continued)
B. PENSION LIABILITIES, PENSION EXPENSES AND DEFERRED OUTFLOWS/INFLOWS OF
RESOURCES RELATED TO PENSIONS (Continued)
Discount Rate -The discount rate used to measure the total pension liability as of December 31, 2016
was 7.65%. To determine whether the municipal bond rate should be used in the calculation of a discount
rate for each plan, CalPERS stress tested plans that would most likely result in a discount rate that would
be different from the actuarially assumed discount rate. Based on the testing, none of the tested plans run
out of assets. Therefore, the current 7.65% discount rate used is adequate and the use of the municipal
bond rate calculation is not necessary. The long term expected discount rate of 7.65% will be applied to
all plans in the Public Employees Retirement Fund (PERF). The stress test results are presented in a
detailed report that can be obtained from the CalPERS website.
The long-term expected rate of return on pension plan investments was determined using abuilding-block
method in which best -estimate ranges of expected future real rate of return (expected returns, net of
pension plan investment expense and inflation) are developed for each major asset class.
In determining the long-term expected rate of return, CaIPERS took into account both short-term and long-
term market return expectations as well as the expected pension fund cash flows. Using historical returns
of all the funds' asset classes, expected compound returns were calculated over the short-term (first 10
years) and the long term (11-60 years) using a building-block approach. Using the expected nominal
returns for both short-term and long-term, the present value of benefits was calculated for each fund. The
expected rate of return was set by calculating the single equivalent expected return that arrived at the same
present value of benefits for cash flows as the one calculated using both short-term and long-term returns.
The expected rate of return was then set equivalent to the single equivalent rate calculated above and
rounded down to the nearest one quarter of one percent.
The table below reflects the long-term expected real rate of return by asset class. The rate of return was
calculated using the capital market assumptions applied to determine the discount rate and asset allocation.
The target allocation shown below was adopted by CaIPERS' Board effective on
July 1, 2015.
Asset Class
New Strategic Real Return Real Returns
Allocation
Years 1-10 (a) Years 11+(b)
Global Equity 51.0% 5.25% 5.71
Global Fixed Income 20.0% 0.99% 2.43%
Inflation Sensitive 6.0% 0.45% 3.36%
Private Equity 10.0% 6.83% 6.95%
Real Estate 10.0% 4.50% 5.13%
Infrastructure and Forestland 2.0% 4.50% 5.09%
Liquidity 1.0% -0.55% -1.05%
100.0%
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 8 — EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLANS (Continued)
B. PENSION LIABILITIES, PENSION EXPENSES AND DEFERRED OUTFLOWS/INFLOWS OF
RESOURCES RELATED TO PENSIONS (Continued)
Sensitivity of the Proportionate Share of the Net Pension Liability to Changes in the Discount
Rate - The following presents the District's proportionate share of the net pension liability for each Plan,
calculated using the discount rate for each Plan, as well as what the District's proportionate share of
the net pension liability would be if it were calculated using a discount rate that is 1 % point lower or 1 %
point higher than the current rate:
Miscellaneous
Measurement Date June 30,2016
1 % Decrease 6.65%
Net Pension Liability $15,969,742
Current Discount Rate 7.65%
Net Pension Liability $10,250,329
1%Increase 8.65%
Net Pension Liability $5,523$16
Pension Plan Fiduciary Net Position —Detailed information about each pension plan's fiduciary net
position is available in the separately issued CaIPERS financial reports.
C. PAYABLE TO THE PENSION PLAN
At December 31, 2016 and 2015 respectively the District did not report a payable for outstanding
required contributions to the pension plan.
D. DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN
The District maintains two deferred compensation plans: a 401(a) and a 457 plan, (the Plans) for certain
qualified employees. The District matches 6.78% of eligible employee contributions. In 2016 and 2015,
the total match was $88,494 and $53,605 in the respective years. The District has no liability for losses
under the Plans, but does have the duty of due care that would be required of an ordinary prudent
investor. The District has not reflected the Plans' assets and corresponding liabilities (if any) on the
accompanying Statement of Net Position.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 8 —EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLANS (Continued)
E. OTHER POST EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS (OPEB)
The District administers asingle-employer defined benefit healthcare plan (The Retiree Health Plan).
Contribution requirements and benefit provisions are established through collective bargaining agreements
and may be amended only through negotiations between the District and the Union. The plan provides
health insurance contributions for eligible retirees and their spouses through the District's group health
insurance plan, which covers both active and retired members. Health insurance includes medical
insurance, dental insurance, and prescriptions. The Retiree Health Plan does not issue a publicly available
financial report.
Post employment health care is available to all employees, and qualified dependents, that retire from the
District with at least 10 years of service. As of June 30, 2015, there were fifty participants including
dependents. The monthly amount paid by the District is capped at $475 for each participant or $375 for
each participant eligible for Medicare. For participants with less than 20 years of service, the benefit is
reduced by 5% for each year. Expenditures for post employment health care benefits are recognized when
premiums are paid.
On November 7, 2007, the Board approved a participation agreement with CaIPERS to be the plan
administrator for the District's other post employment benefit (OPEB) trust. The participation agreement
was submitted to CalPERS on November 8, 2007, and became effective on January 15, 2008. At that time,
accumulated deposits from the prior year, plus accrued interest, were transferred to the California
Employers' Retiree Benefit Trust Program (CERBT).
The funds of the Retiree Health Plan are invested in CERBT, which is a tax qualified trust organized under
Internal Revenue Code (IRC) Section 115. Participation in the trust is limited to those agencies who qualify
as "government" entities under that IRC section. The CERBT is an irrevocable trust established for the
purpose of receiving employer contributions to prefund health and other postemployment benefits for
retirees and their beneficiaries. The CERBT administrative costs are financed through investment earnings.
Copies of the CalPERS' comprehensive annual financial report, that includes CERBT investment
performance, may be obtained from:
California Public Employees' Retirement System
400 Q Street
P.O. Box 942701
Sacramento, CA 94229-2701
Tel. 888-225-7377
http://www.calpers.ca.gov
The District's annual OPEB expense is calculated based on the ARC, an amount actuarially determined in
accordance within the parameters of GASB Statement No. 45. The ARC represents a level of funding that,
if paid on an ongoing basis, is projected to cover the normal cost each year. The plan's unfunded actuarial
accrued liability prior to June 30, 2015 is being amortized as a level percentage of projected payrolls on an
open basis, over a period not to exceed 30 years, using the entry age normal cost method. The June 30,
2015 unfunded actuarial accrued liability is being amortized as a level percentage of projected payroll on
an open basis, over a 20 year period, using the actuarial cost method.
The District's actual annual OPEB contribution is recognized as in the District's operating expenses. The
following table shows the components of the amount actually contributed to the plan, and changes in the
net OPEB obligation to the Retiree Health Plan:
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 8 — EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLANS (Continued)
E. OTHER POST EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS (OPEB) (Continued)
Annual %of Change in OPEB Net OPEB
Fiscal Required Interest Annual Annual Net OPEB Obligation Obligation
Year Contribution and OPEB Actual OPEB Cost Obligation (Asset) (Asset)
Ended* (ARC) Adjustments Cost Contribution Contributed (Asset) Beginning Ending
06/30/2013 $ 2679800 $ 628 $ 268,428 $ 304,556 113.5% $ (36,128) $ (8s205) $ (44,333)
06/30/2014 $ 2679800 $ $ 267,800 $ 268,498 100.3% $ (698) $ (44,333) $ (45,031)
06/30/2015 $ 647,851 $ $ 6473851 $ 274,029 42.3% $ 373, 822 $ (45, 031) $ 3283791
06/30/2016 $ 665,667 $ $ 665,667 $ 275,240 41.3% $ 390, 427 $ 328,791 $ 719,217
Actuarial valuations of an ongoing plan are required at least once every two years and involve estimates
for the value of reported amounts and assumptions about the probability of occurrence of events far into
the future. Examples include assumptions about future employment, mortality, and the healthcare cost
trend. Amounts determined regarding the funded status of the plan and annual required contributions of the
employer are subject to continual revision as actual results are compared with past expectations and new
estimates are made about the future.
Projections of benefits for financial reporting purposes are based on the substantive plan (the plan as
understood by the employer and plan members) and include the types of benefits provided at the time of
each valuation and historical pattern of sharing benefit costs between the employer and plan members to
that point. The methods and assumptions used include techniques that are designed to reduce short-term
volatility in actuarial accrued liabilities and the actuarial value of assets, consistent with the long-term
perspective of calculations.
Significant actuarial assumptions for years prior to June 30, 2015 include:
Actuarial Cost Method
Asset Valuation Method
Discount Rate
General Inflation
Amortization of Unfunded Liability
Projected Unit Credit
Significant actuarial assumptions after June 30, 2015 include:
Actuarial Cost Method
Asset Valuation Method
Discount Rate
General Inflation
Amortization of Unfunded Liability
Entry Age Normal
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 8 —EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLANS (Continued)
E. OTHER POST EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS (OPEB) (Continued)
The following is a funding schedule for the Retiree Health Plan:
Schedule of Retiree Health Plan Funding Progress
Accrued Actuarial Unfunded Funded Annual
Valuation Liabilities Value of Liabilities Ratio Covered UL as a %
Date* (AL) Assets (AVA) (UL) (AVA/AL) Payroll of Payroll
01 /01 /2011 $ 21501,800 $ 6451700 $ 11856,100 25.8% $ 61307,400 29.4%
07/01 /2011 $ 21657,000 $ 661,400 $ 1,995,600 24.9% $ 61226,000 32.1 %
07/01 /2013 $ 21960,600 $ 11079,900 $ 1, 8801700 36.5% $ 61409,000 29.3%
07/01 /2015 $ 61755,593 $ 11579,982 $ 5,175, 611 23.4% $ 6, 360, 511 81 A%
*Valuations are required once every two years. In 2011, the vaulation
date changed to July 1 in compliance with GASB Statement No. 57.
The actuarial valuation issued July 1, 2015 had a significant increase in accrued liability of $3.8 million due
to a new Actuarial Standard of Practice 6 that became effective for valuations after March 1, 2015 that
requires valuing an "implicit rate subsidy'. Though the District has an employer cap on retiree benefits, the
liability of providing them based on the expected premiums of the plan are now required to be recognized
in the actuarial valuation to guarantee the stability of the plan for the long run which nearly doubled the
normal costs and liabilities.
NOTE 9 —SELF FUNDED INSURANCE
The District has aself-funded vision insurance program and claims were processed by and on behalf of the
District. The District did not maintain a claim liability; rather claims were expensed as paid. The amount of
claims paid for each of the past three years have not been material.
NOTE 10 —SEGMENT DISCLOSURE
The District has issued revenue bonds to finance electric and water distribution facilities. The District also
issued special tax bonds secured by tax revenues from Mello -Roos Community Facilities Districts. Each
project has an external requirement to be reported separately, and investors in the revenue bonds and
special tax bonds rely solely on the revenue generated by the individual projects for repayment. Summary
financial information for each project is presented on the following pages for the years ending December
31, 2016 and 2015.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 10 - SEGMENT DISCLOSURE (Continued)
STATEMENT OF NET POSITION
ASSETS AND DEFERRED OUTFLOWS OF RESOURCES
Current assets
Non -current assets:
Capital assets, net
Restricted assets
Other long term assets
Total Noncurrent Assets
Deferred outflows of resources
Pension
Unamortized loss on refunding
Unamortized redemption premium
Total Deferred Outflows of Resources
December 313 2016
Electric
$ 19,438,054
47, 660,186
925, 520
48, 585, 706
2,403,030
149, 934
21552,964
Water
$ 9, 475, 927
75, 942,145
1,876,032
33692,876
81,511,053
1,602,020
6093580
29211,600
TOTAL ASSETS AND DEFERRED OUTFLOWS $ 70,576,724 $ 93,198,580
OF RESOURCES
LIABILITIES, DEFERRED INFLOWS OF RESOURCES
AND NET POSITION
LIABILITIES
Current liabilities
Non -current Liabilities
Long-term debt, net of current portion
Net pension liability
OPEB liability
Unearned revenues
Total Noncurrent Liabilities
Total Liabilities
Deferred inflows of resources
Pension
Total Deferred Inflows of Resources
Net Position
Net investment in capital assets
Restricted for debt seance
Unrestricted
Total Net Position
TOTAL LIABILITIES, DEFERRED INFLOWS
OF RESOURCES AND NET POSITION
$ 4,312,570
4, 398, 403
6,150,197
431, 530
21587, 458
13, 567, 588
17, 880,158
958, 276
958, 276
42,500,995
1, 316, 355
719205940
51, 738,290
$ 2, 949, 891
23, 244, 323
4,100,132
87,687
486, 049
28,118,191
31, 068, 082
638, 850
638,850
50, 920, 550
4, 695,114
5,875,984
61,491,648
$ 70, 576, 724 $ 93,198, 580
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 10 -SEGMENT DISCLOSURE (Continued)
STATEMENT OF NET POSITION (CONTINUED)
ASSETS AND DEFERRED
OUTFLOWS OF RESOURCES
Current assets
Non -current assets:
Capital assets, net
Restricted assets
Other long-term assets
Total Noncurrent Assets
Deferred outflows of resources
Pension
Unamortized loss on refunding
Total Deferred Outflows of Resources
TOTAL ASSETS AND DEFERRED OUTFLOWS
OF RESOURCES
LIAB/CITIES, DEFERRED INFLOWS OF
RESOURCES AND NET POSIT/ON
LIABILITIES
Current liabilities
Non -current Liabilities
Long-term debt, net of current portion
Net pension liability
Unearned revenues
Total Noncurrent Liabilities
Total Liabilities
Deferred inflows of resources
Pension
Total Deferred Inflows of Resources
Net Position
Net investment in capital assets
Restricted for debt service
Unrestricted
Total Net Position
TOTAL LIABILITIES, DEFERRED INFLOWS
December 31. 2015
Electric
$ 16,871,099
47, 078, 580
997, 853
48, 076, 433
1, 579, 246
1, 579, 246
Water
$ 1113597701
75,338,088
1,900,036
41363,790
81,601,914
1,052,831
6423382
11695,213
$ 66, 526, 778 $ 94, 656, 828
$ 4, 388, 630
4, 996, 594
4, 808, 040
2,585,854
,,
12390488
$ 2,912,146
25, 587,176
3,205,360
40,855
29, 433, 391
16, 779,118 32, 345, 537
1,405,042
1, 405, 042
40, 828, 835
944, 929
6, 568, 854
48, 342, 618
936,695
936, 695
47786674 ,
4, 817,195
8, 770, 727
61,374,596
OF RESOURCES AND NET POSITION $ 66,526,778 $ 94,656,828
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 10 —SEGMENT DISCLOSURE (Continued)
STATEMENTS OF REVENUE, EXPENSES, AND CHANGES IN NET POSITION
Operating Revenues
Sales to consumers
Other operating revenues
Operating expenses
Depreciation
Non -operating revenues (expenses)
Income (loss) before
capital contributions
Capital contributions, net
CHANGE IN NET POSITION
Net Position, Beginning
NET POSITION, ENDING
Operating Revenues
Sales to consumers
Other operating revenues
Operating expenses
Depreciation
Non -operating revenues (expenses)
Income (loss) before
capital contributions
Capital contributions, net
CHANGE IN NET POSITION
Net Position, Beginning
NET POSITION, ENDING
Year ended December 31, 2016
Electric
$ 21,713,614
31357,601
(20, 222, 867)
(21576;192)
12.076
2, 284, 232
11111,440
37395,672
Water
$ 11, 312, 973
749,177
(8,171, 428)
(31660,841)
(7003499)
(470, 618)
1670
1172052
48, 342, 618 61, 374, 596
$ 51,738,290 $ 61,491,648
Year ended December 31, 2015
Electric
$ 20, 505, 263
3,156, 585
18, 944, 380
Water
$ 10,313,593
475,484
7, 461, 394
21375,757 3,584,763
106,127 (868,838)
2447838
(1,125, 918)
1, 058, 835 371, 675
3,5065673 (7543243)
44, 35945 62,128, 839
$ 48,342,618 $ 61,3749596
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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TRUCKEE DONNER PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 10 —SEGMENT DISCLOSURE (Continued)
STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
NET CASH PROVIDED BY (USED IN)
Operating activities
Noncapital financing activities
Capital and related financing activities
Investing activities
Net increase (decrease) in cash and
cash equivalents
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Beginning
CASH AND CASH
EQUIVALENTS, ENDING
NET CASH PROVIDED BY (USED IN)
Operating activities
Noncapital financing activities
Capital and related financing activities
Investing activities
Net increase (decrease) in cash and
cash equivalents
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Beginning
CASH AND CASH
EQUIVALENTS, ENDING
Year ended December 31. 2016
Electric
Water
$ 5, 549,180 $ 3, 719, 688
(9217171) -
(21233,583) (63189, 302)
114,807 292,186
2, 509, 233 (2,177, 428)
12, 303593 91663,002
$ 15,439,826 $ 7,485,574
Year ended December 31. 2015
Electric
Water
$ 5, 230, 727 $ 3, 052, 344
(894, 725) -
(4,820,206) (61781, 907)
89,048 324,675
(395,156) (3,404,888)
13, 325, 749 13, 067, 890
$ 12, 930, 593 $ 9, 663, 002
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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TRUCKEE DONNER PUBLIC UTILITY DISTRICT
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 2016 and 2015
NOTE 11 — MARTIS VALLEY GROUNDWATER STUDY
The Mantis Valley aquifer underlies about 35,000 acres in both Placer and Nevada counties, near the
Town of Truckee. It is the main water supply for numerous public and private entities. This area has
seen significant growth in the last few decades with more planned for the future. Maintaining an
adequate water supply and protecting water quality are critical for the region's future.
The Truckee Donner Public Utility District (TDPUD), Northstar Community Services District (NCSD)
and Placer County Water Agency (PCWA) are the three primary public water agencies in the Martis
Valley Basin. Together, the TDPUD, NCSD and PCWA (Partnership Agencies) partnered to update a
groundwater management plan and to help develop a groundwater model for the Martis Valley basin.
The Mantis Valley Groundwater Management Plan (GMP) has been updated to reflect current water
resources planning in the region and to incorporate the latest information and understanding of the
underlying groundwater basin. This collaborative effort will provide the guidance necessary to align
groundwater policy. In addition to the updated groundwater management plan, a computer model of
the groundwater basin is being developed, which will incorporate available data and enhance
understanding of the groundwater basin. A climate change modeling component will be part of the final
groundwater model.
Partner agencies each adopted the Groundwater Management Plan (GMP) in February 2012 and the
model and associated report was completed in 2015. The total cost of the project was approximately
$1,000,000, which includes federal funding of approximately $500,000 from the U.S. Bureau of
Reclamation and $250,000 from the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory; and contributions of
$150,000 from TDPUD and $100,000 from the other members of the Partnership Agencies.
In mid 2016, the California Sustainable Groundwater Management Act of 2014 (SGMA) took effect
which the District was the submitting agency of Cl" alternate submittal in December on behalf of the
Town, Placer County, Nevada County, PCWA, and Northstar CSD - to comply with the new regulations.
There was an adopted MOA amongst the six local agencies.
NOTE 12 —CLAIMS AND JUDGMENTS
From time to time, the utility is party to various pending claims and legal proceedings. Although the
outcome of such matters cannot be forecasted with certainty, it is the opinion of management and the
utility's legal counsel that the likelihood is remote that any such claims or proceedings will have a
material adverse effect on the utility's financial position or results of operations.
NOTE 13 —RISK MANAGEMENT
The utility is exposed to various risks of loss related to torts; theft of, damage to, or destruction of assets;
errors and omissions; workers compensation; and health care of its employees. These risks are
covered through the purchase of commercial insurance, with minimal deductibles. Settled claims have
not exceeded the commercial liability in any of the past three years. There were no significant
reductions in coverage compared to the prior year.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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COMMUNICATIONS WITH THOSE CHARGED WITH GOVERNANCE
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We have audited the consolidated and primary government only financial statements of Truckee Donner
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reports thereon dated June 7, 2017. Professional standards require that we ,provide you with the
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OUR RESPONSIBILITY UNDER AUDITING STANDARDS GENERALLY ACCEPTED' IN THE UNITED
STATES OF AMERICA
As stated in our engagement letter dated September 1, 2016,'I our responsibility, as described by
professional standards, is to form and express an opinion about whether the consolidated financial
statements prepared by management with your ,oversight are fairly presented, in all material respects,
in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles. Our,audit of the consolidated financial
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financial statements includE
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misstatement. An audit of consolidated
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'a'of;interrial control over financial retib ng as a porasis for
circumstancesI but not for the purpose of
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ct's internal control solely for the purposes of determining our
surance concerning such internal control.
We are also re`sp'onsible for
communicating significant matters related to the financial statement audit
that, in our professiopal judgment, are relevant to your responsibilities in overseeing the financial
reporting process. However, we are not required to design procedures for the purpose of identifying
other matters to communicate to you.
PLANNED SCOPE AND TIMING OF THE AUDIT
We performed the audit according to the planned scope and timing previously communicated to you in
the engagement letter.
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SIGNIFICANT AUDIT FINDINGS
Qualitative Aspects of Accounting Practices
Management is responsible for the selection and use of appropriate accounting policies. The significant
accounting policies used by the District are described in the notes to the consolidated financial
statements. The District adopted the following new accounting pronouncement.in the current year:
In February 2015, GASB issued Statement No. 72, Fair Value Measurement and Application (GASB 72).
The Statement provides guidance for determining a fair value measurement for financial reporting
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purposes. The Statement also provides guidance for applying fair'value to icertain investments and
disclosures related to all fair value measurements. Implementati11:11 Ifon of this standard did not have a
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No other new accounting policies were adopted and there were no changes in the application of existing
policies during fiscal year 2016. We noted no transactions 'entere'd''into by the District during the year
for which there is a lack of authoritative guidance or consensus it There are no significant transactions
that have been recognized in the financial statements in a differe iterio �pld than when the transaction
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Significant Accounting Estimates
Accounting estimates are an''' integral part of the consolidated financial statements prepared by
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and assumptions about 'fut'u e events j� Certain accounting estimates are particularly sensitive because of
their significance to the consolidated financial jistatbments and because of the possibility that future
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events affecting them ,may differ significantly' from those expected. The most sensitive estimates
affecting theconsolidated financial statements were:
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Unbilled Revenue Unbilled V,evenue is a measure of revenue earned through the end of the
repo rt}nlg period that haL's yet to be billed. This generally represents accounts with billing cycles
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that start ;in the reporting year and end in the subsequent year. We have evaluated the key
factors and assumptions used to develop unbilled revenue in determining that it is reasonable in
relation to the ''consol'lidated financial statements taken as a whole.
Allowance for Doubtful Accounts -The allowance for doubtful accounts represents an estimate
of the amount of accounts receivable that will not be collected. We have evaluated the key
factors and assumptions used to develop the allowance in determining that it is reasonable in
relation to the consolidated financial statements taken as a whole.
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Recovery Periods for the Cost of Plant -This represents the depreciation of plant assets.
Management's estimate of the recovery periods for the cost of plant is based on regulatory -
prescribed depreciation recovery periods. We have evaluated the key factors and assumptions
used to develop the recovery periods in determining that they are reasonable in relation to the
consolidated financial statements taken as a whole.
Other Post -Employment Benefit Obligations -This represents the amount of annual expenses
recognized for post -employment benefits. The amount is actuarially determined with
management input. We have evaluated the key factors and assumptions used to develop the
annual expenses in determining that it is reasonable in relation :'to ,the consolidated financial
statements taken as a whole.
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Pension Liability and Related Pension Expense:' This represents th'e.L, amount of annual
expense recognized for pensions and the related pension asset or liabihty;':The amount is
actuarially determined, with CalPERS management'input. We,have evaluated the key factors and
assumptions used to develop the annual expense in "determining that it is reasonable in relation
to the consolidated financial statements taken as a whole.',!
Valuation of investments - This represents management s estimate of the fair value of
investments based on current market "rates and ;conditions. We evaluated the key factors and
assumptions used to develop the valuation of `invesll trr�en'ts and determined that they are
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Financial Statement Disclosures
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We did not note any disclosure $ the financial statements which we consider sensitive to potential users.
Significant Difficulties Encountered in Performing the Audit
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Corrected and Uncorrected Misstatements
Professional standards require us to accumulate all known and likely misstatements identified during
the audit, other than those that are trivial, and communicate them to the appropriate level of
management. No material misstatements, either individually or in the aggregate, were detected as a
result of our audit procedures.
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Disagreements with Management
For purposes of this letter, professional standards define a disagreement with management as a
financial accounting, reporting, or auditing matter, whether or not resolved to our satisfaction, that
could be significant to the consolidated financial statements or the auditor's report. We are pleased to
report that no such disagreements arose during the course of our audit.
Management Representations
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In some cases, management may decide to consult with ', other accountants about auditing and
accounting matters, similar to obtaining a "second opinion oh,;';certain situations. If a consultation
involves application of an accounting principle to the District's consolidated financial statements or a
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professional standards require the consulting;`rl acc'oluntant to check with us to determine that the
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consultant has all the relevant facts. To our knowledge, there were no such consultations with other
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standards, with_ management each year prior to' retention as the District's auditors. However, these
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