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VIRGIN ISLANDS PUBLIC BROADCASTING SYSTEM (A Component Unit of the Government of the United States Virgin Islands) INDEPENDENT AUDITORS’ REPORT AND AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS SEPTEMBER 30, 2020 and 2019 VIRGIN ISLANDS PUBLIC BROADCASTING SYSTEM (A Component Unit of the Government of the United States Virgin Islands) INDEPENDENT AUDITORS’ REPORT AND AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS SEPTEMBER 30, 2020 and 2019 TABLE OF CONTENTS Independent Auditors’ Report……………………………………………………………………………..1 Management’s Discussion and Analysis………………………………………………………………….3 Financial Statements: Statements of Net Position………………………………………………………………………………9 Statements of Revenues, Expenses and Changes in Net Position……………………………………....10 Statements of Cash Flows…………………………………………………...……………………….....11 Notes to the Financial Statements……………………………………………………………………...13 Required Supplementary Information: Schedule of the System’s Proportionate Share of Net Pension Liability………………………………..26 Schedule of the System’s Contributions………………………………………………………………..27 Notes to the Required Supplementary Information…………………………………………………….28 Supplementary Information: Statement of Revenues and Expenses per Division……………………………………………………29 Other Supplementary Information: Independent Auditors’ Report on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting and On Compliance and Other Matters Based on an Audit of Financial Statements Performed in Accordance with Government Auditing Standards…………………………………31 INDEPENDENT AUDITORS’ REPORT To the Board of Directors of Virgin Islands Public Broadcasting System: Report on the Financial Statements We have audited the accompanying financial statements of the Virgin Islands Public Broadcasting System (the “System”), a component unit of the Government of the United States Virgin Islands, which comprise the statement of net position as of and for the years ended September 30, 2020 and September 20, 2019, and the related statements of revenues, expenses and changes in net position, and cash flows for the years then ended and the related notes to the financial statements, which collectively comprise the System’s basic financial statements. Management’s Responsibility for the Financial Statements Management is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of these 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 financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error. Auditors’ Responsibility Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on our audits. We conducted our audits in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America and the standards applicable to financial audits contained in Government Auditing Standards, issued by the Comptroller General of the United States. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audits to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free from material misstatement. An audit involves performing procedures to obtain audit evidence about the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. The procedures selected depend on the auditor’s judgment, including the assessment of the risks of material misstatement of the 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 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 financial statements. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our audit opinion. - 3 - VIRGIN ISLANDS PUBLIC BROADCASTING SYSTEM (A Component Unit of the Government of the United States Virgin Islands) MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS (UNAUDITED) YEARS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2020 and 2019 The purpose of the following management’s discussion and analysis of the financial performance and activity of the Virgin Islands Public Broadcasting System (the “System”) is to help the readers understand the basic financial statements of the System for the years ended September 30, 2020 and 2019. This discussion has been prepared by management and should be read in conjunction with the basic financial statements, supplementary information and the notes thereto, which follow this section. Financial Highlights The assets and deferred outflows of the System exceeded liabilities and deferred inflows by $10.0 and $9.0 million as of September 30, 2020 and 2019, respectively. The net position increased by $951 thousand during the year ended September 30, 2020 and increased by $1.9 million during the year ended September 30, 2019. Reporting Entity The System is a public corporation and an autonomous governmental instrumentality of the Government of the U.S. Virgin Islands (“GVI”). It owns and operates the public television station of the U.S. Virgin Islands with the call letters WTJX, created by Act No. 2364 on November 15, 1968, to provide educational television services in the U.S. Virgin Islands, and to advance the general welfare, cultural development, and awareness of public affairs of the general population. The System is a member of the Public Broadcasting Service (“PBS”), a media foundation that provides grants and services to public and non- commercial stations. The System is also a member of the National Public Radio (“NPR”), a nonprofit media foundation broadcasting over the radio. Overview of the Financial Statements The System’s financial report includes three financial statements: The Statement of Net Position, the Statement of Revenues, Expenses and Changes in Net Position, and the Statement of Cash Flows. In addition to the three financial statements, the System has presented the Statement of Revenues and Expenses per Division, Schedule of the Share of the Net Pension Liability and Schedule of Contributions as supplementary information. The financial statements, and supplementary information, are prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in United States of America. The Statement of Net Position reports all assets, deferred outflows of resources, liabilities, deferred inflows of resources, and net position as of September 30, 2020 and 2019. The System’s net position is the difference between (a) assets and deferred outflows of resources, and (b) liabilities and deferred inflows of resources. Over time, the increase or decrease in net position may serve as a useful indicator of whether the financial position of the System is improving or deteriorating. The Statement of Revenues, Expenses and Changes in Net Position presents information showing how the System’s net position changed during the two most recent fiscal years, focusing on operating revenues and expenses, including support provided by grants from the Government of the Virgin Islands and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (“CPB”). VIRGIN ISLANDS PUBLIC BROADCASTING SYSTEM (A Component Unit of the Government of the United States Virgin Islands) MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS (UNAUDITED) (Continued) YEARS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2020 and 2019 - 4 - The Statement of Cash Flows presents information related to cash inflows and outflows, summarized by operating, financing and investing activities. This Statement indicates the financial viability of the System to meet financial obligations as they occur. Summary of Financial Results Statements of Net Position – Table 1 summarizes the System’s Statements of Net Position as of September 30, 2020, 2019 and 2018. Table 1: Summary of Statements of Net Position 2020 2019 2018 Unrestricted Current Assets $ 6,658,297 $ 5,561,646 $ 4,340,177 Restricted Current Assets 541,980 943,234 728,068 Capital Assets 5,617,504 5,163,987 4,413,563 Total Assets $ 12,817,781 $ 11,668,867 $ 9,481,808 Deferred Outflows of Resources $ 768,156 $ 481,445 $ 691,192 Current Liabilities $ 344,888 $ 311,421 $ 191,317 Noncurrent Liabilities 2,826,642 2,397,177 2,637,110 Total Liabilities $ 3,171,530 $ 2,708,598 $ 2,828,427 Deferred Inflows of Resources $ 455,723 $ 434,319 $ 252,859 Net Position Net Investment in Capital Assets $ 5,617,504 $ 5,163,987 $ 4,413,563 Restricted 541,980 943,234 728,068 Unrestricted 3,799,200 2,900,174 1,950,083 Total Net Position $ 9,958,684 $ 9,007,395 $ 7,091,714 For fiscal year 2020, the System’s assets amounted to $12.8 million, of which $5.8 million represented unrestricted cash and cash equivalents, $542 thousand represented cash and cash equivalents restricted in purpose, $70 thousand represented trade, and other receivables, $141 thousand was due from the Government of the Virgin Islands, $631 thousand represented prepaid expenses and $5.6 million represented capital assets net of accumulated depreciation. Total current assets increased in fiscal year 2020 by $695 thousand mainly due to increases in prepaid expense of $543 thousand for PBS dues. Non-current assets increased by $454 thousand, due to purchase of Production & Broadcast equipment for Repack project and St. Croix building improvement. Total liabilities and deferred inflows of resources amounted to $3.2 million with little change from prior year. For fiscal year 2019, the System’s assets amounted to $11.7 million, of which $5.2 million represented unrestricted cash and cash equivalents, $943 thousand represented cash and cash equivalents restricted in purpose, $76 thousand represented trade and other receivables, $149 thousand was due from the Government of the Virgin Islands, $88 thousand represented prepaid expenses and $5.2 million represented capital assets net of accumulated depreciation. Total current assets increased in fiscal year 2019 by $1.4 million mainly due to increases in cash of $1.45 million in the form of a capital grant from the Virgin Islands Government and a waiver of the PBS dues valued at $757 thousand. Non-current assets increased by $750 thousand, due to a down payment of $586 thousand on a mobile production unit on the island of St. Croix. Total liabilities and deferred inflows of resources amounted to $3.1 million with little change from prior year. VIRGIN ISLANDS PUBLIC BROADCASTING SYSTEM (A Component Unit of the Government of the United States Virgin Islands) MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS (UNAUDITED) (Continued) YEARS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2020 and 2019 - 5 - Statements of Revenues, Expenses and Changes in Net Position – Table 2 summarizes the activities of the System as of September 30, 2020 and 2019. Table 2: Summary of Statements of Revenues, Expenses and Changes in Net Position 2020 2019 2018 Operating Revenues $ 1,921,897 $ 1,475,610 $ 1,522,907 Operating Expenses (5,202,377) (5,241,689) (3,726,242) Loss from Operations (3,280,480) (3,766,079) (2,203,335) Non-Capital Appropriations from Government of the U.S. Virgin Islands 4,030,123 4,030,123 4,021,409 Capital Grants form Government of the U.S.V.I - 1,450,000 - Other non-operating revenue 200,000 200,000 - Insurance Proceeds on Non-Hurricane Related Claims - - 56,977 Interest Income 1,646 1,637 1,629 Income (Loss) 951,289 1,915,681 1,876,680 Change in Net Position $ 951,289 $ 1,915,681 $ 1,876,680 Net Position – Beginning of Year 9,007,395 7,091,714 5,215,034 Net Position – End of Year $ 9,958,684 $ 9,007,395 $ 7,091,714 For fiscal year 2020, operating revenues of $1.9 million reflect contributions from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting of $1 million, tower space rental income of $94 thousand, underwriting revenue of $131 thousand, fundraising revenue of $62 thousand, advertising revenue of $12 thousand, membership subscriptions and other donations of $39 thousand, funds from Federal Emergency Management Agency of $55 thousand, funds from Federal Communications (FCC) of $474 thousand and other revenue of $51 thousand. Operating revenues increased by $446 thousand from the previous year mainly due to increase in revenue from FCC. For fiscal year 2020, operating expenses of $5.2 million reflect programming expenses of $2.9 million, general administration expenses of $2.3 million, fundraising expenses of $25 thousand and depreciation expense of $334 thousand. Operating expenses decreased by $39 thousand, mainly due to decrease in program services. For fiscal year 2019, operating revenues of $1.5 million reflect contributions from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting of $968 thousand, tower space rental income of $91 thousand, underwriting revenue of $113 thousand, fundraising revenue of $58 thousand, advertising revenue of $16 thousand, membership subscriptions and other donations of $33 thousand, funds from Federal Emergency Management Agency of $10 thousand, funds from Federal Communications of $157 thousand and other revenue of $21 thousand, and grants from Public Broadcasting Service of $10 thousand. Operating revenues decreased by $47 thousand from the previous year. For fiscal year 2019, operating expenses of $5.3 million reflect programming expenses of $3 million, general administration expenses of $1.9 million, fundraising expenses of $16 thousand and depreciation expense of $313 thousand. Operating expenses increased by $1.5 million, mainly due to increased program services and management general expenses VIRGIN ISLANDS PUBLIC BROADCASTING SYSTEM (A Component Unit of the Government of the United States Virgin Islands) MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS (UNAUDITED) (Continued) YEARS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2020 and 2019 - 6 - Grant Revenues Grant Revenues – Table 3 summarizes grant revenues received through allotments from the Government of the Virgin Islands, grants from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, and other grant revenue. Table 3: Summary of Grant Revenues 2020 2019 2018 Non-Capital Appropriations from Government of the Virgin Islands $ 4,030,123 $ 4,030,123 $ 4,021,409 Grant Revenues – Corporation for Public Broadcasting 1,003,656 968,159 1,001,985 CARES Act Funds – Corporation for Public Broadcasting 200,000 - - Grant Revenues – Public Broadcasting Service - 9,989 - Capital Grants form Government of the U.S.V. I - 1,450,000 - Grant Revenues – Federal Communications Commission 473,600 156,858 125,993 Emergency Funds – Federal Emergency Management Agency 55,466 9,646 185,960 Total Grant Revenues 5,762,845 6,624,775 5,335,347 Operating Revenues 389,175 375,681 208,969 Total Revenues $ 6,152,020 $ 7,000,456 $ 5,544,316 Grants as a Percentage of Total Revenue 93.6% 94.6% 96.2% Capital Assets The System’s capital assets include land, buildings, building improvements and equipment. Capital asset additions during the fiscal years ended September 30, 2020 and 2019 amounted to $788 thousand and $477 thousand, respectively. Summary of Capital Assets – Table 4 summarizes the System’s capital assets as of September 30, 2020 and 2019: Table 4: Summary of Capital Assets 2020 2019 Land $ 1,284,996 $ 1,284,996 Production and Broadcasting Equipment 7,142,573 6,639,808 Buildings and Improvements 3,134,242 2,934,009 Other 1,881,743 1,796,938 Construction in Progress 586,112 586,112 Total Capital Assets 14,029,666 13,241,863 Less: Accumulated Depreciation 8,412,162 8,077,876 Net Capital Assets $ 5,617,504 $ 5,163,987 Note 5 to the financial statements provide detailed information regarding the capital assets of the System as of September 30, 2020 and 2019. VIRGIN ISLANDS PUBLIC BROADCASTING SYSTEM (A Component Unit of the Government of the United States Virgin Islands) MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS (UNAUDITED) (Continued) YEARS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2020 and 2019 - 7 - Budgetary Analysis The System prepares an annual executive budget subject to approval by the Governor and the Legislature of the Virgin Islands. Following is a summary of the budget and actual results for the fiscal years ended September 30, 2020 and 2019: 2020 Budget 2020 Actual Variance Total Revenue $ 5,296,782 $ 5,377,440 $ 80,658 Total Operating Expenses (5,296,782) (4,405,204) 891,578 Non-Budgeted Revenues - 776,227 776,227 Non-Budgeted Expenditures - (797,172) (797,172) Income (Loss) $ - $ 951,291 $ 951,291 CPB grant revenue increased by $35 thousand. Non-budgeted revenues consist of $200 thousands from the CARES Act through CPB, re-packing funds from Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of $474 thousand and other revenues of $102 thousand. The decrease in operating expenses of $891 thousand is mainly due to decreases in salaries and related expenses of $299 thousand, membership, dues and subscription expenses of $584 thousand due to PBS dues waiver and other expenses of $9 thousand. Non- budgeted expenses consist of depreciation expense of $334 thousand, pension expense of $165 thousand grant related expenses of $67 thousand and other expenses of $231 thousand. 2019 Budget 2019 Actual Variance Total Revenue $ 5,194,432 $ 5,371,323 $ 176,891 Total Operating Expenses (5,194,432) (4,616,196) 578,236 Non-Budgeted Revenues - 1,830,770 1,830,770 Non-Budgeted Expenditures - (670,216) (670,216) Income (Loss) $ - $ 1,915,681 $ 1,915,681 CPB revenue decreased by $34 thousand. Non-budgeted revenues consist of a capital grant from the VI Government of $1.45 Million, re-packing funds from Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of $156 thousand and other revenues of $225 thousand. The decrease in operating expenses of $578 thousand is mainly due to decreases in salaries and related expenses of $323 thousand, PBS dues expenses of $189 thousand and other expenses of $97 thousand. Non-budgeted expenses consist of depreciation expense of $313 thousand, pension expense of $131 thousand and grant related expenses of $119 thousand and other expenses of $107 thousand. VIRGIN ISLANDS PUBLIC BROADCASTING SYSTEM (A Component Unit of the Government of the United States Virgin Islands) MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS (UNAUDITED) (Continued) YEARS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2020 and 2019 - 8 - Significant Currently Known Facts Budgetary Appropriations The ability of the System to continue as a going concern and providing public television services is dependent on grant allotments and other funds received from the Government of the Virgin Islands and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. Hurricanes Irma and Maria In September 2017, the US Virgin Islands was hit directly by hurricanes Irma and Maria. The category 5 storms caused extensive damages to VIPBS properties and operations. Their headquarters in St. Thomas was destroyed and St. Croix received less extensive damages. The Mountain Top facility also endured considerable damages. The System was informed of their preliminary allocation of insurance for Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) purposes of $792,461, and this amount will be deducted from FEMA proceeds. As at the date of this report VIPBS have 18 worksheets with FEMA Public Assistance. There are 14 on St. Thomas and 4 on St. Croix. We have collected $229 thousand to date for 5 project worksheets. The amount of $22,114 is outstanding as at the date of this report for 1 project worksheet. FCC Repack Project The System was included in the Federal Communications Commission (“FCC”) Repack Project. The project consists of certain realignment on the broadcasting frequency by which WTJX would change its broadcasting from channel 44 to channel 36, pursuant to a Transition Plan and Budget approved by the FCC (the “Plan”). As part of the Plan, the FCC will provide all the funding, which is estimated at $4.7 million, for the building of new tower and the purchase of new transmitters and underlying equipment. As of September 30, 2020, total repacking funds received amounted to $756,451. As of the date of issuing these financial statements, the System has paid $811,490 in FCC expenses. The System has $6K in outstanding payments. WTJX also signed agreements with vendors and paid for new antenna and transmitter for $221,485 and has also awarded a bid for the tower work in the amount of $1,076,017. Contacting the Corporation This financial report is designed to provide a general overview of the System’s finances. If you have any questions about this report, or need additional information, contact the System at: Virgin Islands Public Broadcasting System - WTJX, P.0. Box 7879, Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands 00801. - 9 - VIRGIN ISLANDS PUBLIC BROADCASTING SYSTEM (A Component Unit of the Government of the United States Virgin Islands) STATEMENTS OF NET POSITION SEPTEMBER 30, 2020 and 2019 2020 2019 ASSETS Current Assets Cash and Cash Equivalents $ 5,816,650 $ 5,248,607 Accounts and Other Receivable 69,680 76,456 Due from the Government of the U.S. Virgin Islands 140,626 148,665 Prepaid Expenses 631,341 87,918 Restricted Cash 541,980 943,234 Total Current Assets 7,200,277 6,504,880 Noncurrent Assets Capital Assets, net of accumulated depreciation 5,617,504 5,163,987 Total Noncurrent Assets 5,617,504 5,163,987 Total Assets 12,817,781 11,668,867 Deferred Outflows of Resources Deferred Amounts Related to Pension 768,156 481,445 Total Assets and Deferred Outflows of Resources $ 13,585,937 $ 12,150,312 LIABILITIES Current Liabilities Accounts Payable $ 114,907 $ 57,734 Accrued Liabilities 141,471 217,311 Unearned Revenue - 8,230 Compensated Absences – Current Portion 88,510 28,146 Total Current Liabilities 344,888 311,421 Noncurrent Liabilities Compensated Absences 169,318 169,837 Net Pension Liability 2,657,324 2,227,340 Total Non-Current Liabilities 2,826,642 2,397,177 Total Liabilities 3,171,530 2,708,598 Deferred Inflows of Resources Deferred Amounts Related to Pension 455,723 434,319 Total Liabilities and Deferred Inflows of Resources $ 3,627,253 $ 3,142,917 NET POSITION Net Position Net Investment in Capital Assets $ 5,617,504 $ 5,163,987 Restricted 541,980 943,234 Unrestricted 3,799,200 2,900,174 Total Net Position $ 9,958,684 $ 9,007,395 The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements. - 10 - VIRGIN ISLANDS PUBLIC BROADCASTING SYSTEM (A Component Unit of the Government of the United States Virgin Islands) STATEMENTS OF REVENUES, EXPENSES AND CHANGES IN NET POSITION FOR THE YEARS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2020 and 2019 2020 2019 Operating Revenues Grants from Corporation for Public Broadcasting $ 1,003,656 $ 968,159 Grant Revenues from Public Broadcasting Service - 9,989 Funds from Federal Emergency Management Agency 55,466 9,646 Grant Revenues from Federal Communications Commission 473,600 156,858 Tower Space Rental 94,011 90,509 Underwriting 130,931 112,800 Fundraising 62,151 57,947 Advertising 11,820 16,130 Membership Subscriptions and Other Donations 39,121 32,623 Other Operating Revenue 51,141 20,949 Total Operating Revenues 1,921,897 1,475,610 Operating Expenses Program Services 2,890,469 3,027,710 Management and General 1,952,815 1,884,910 Fundraising 24,807 16,447 Depreciation 334,286 312,622 Total Operating Expenses 5,202,377 5,241,689 Loss from Operations (3,280,480) (3,766,079) Non-Operating Revenues and Expense Non-capital Appropriations from Government of the U.S. Virgin Islands 4,030,123 4,030,123 Capital Grants from Government of the USVI - 1,450,000 Other non-operating revenue 200,000 200,000 Interest Income 1,646 1,637 Total Non-Operating Revenues and Expense 4,231,769 5,681,760 Income/(Loss) 951,289 1,915,681 Change in Net Position 951,289 1,915,681 Net Position, at Beginning of Year 9,007,395 7,091,714 Net Position, at End of Year $ 9,958,684 $ 9,007,395 The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements. - 11 - VIRGIN ISLANDS PUBLIC BROADCASTING SYSTEM (A Component Unit of the Government of the United States Virgin Islands) STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS FOR THE YEARS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2020 and 2019 2020 2019 Cash Flows Used in Operating Activities Receipts from Grants, Customers and Others $ 1,936,712 $ 1,606,583 Payments to Suppliers and Employees (5,213,889) (4,086,783) Net Cash Used in Operating Activities (3,277,177) (2,480,200) Cash Flows Provided by Non-Capital Financing Activities Non-Capital Appropriations from Primary Government 4,030,123 4,030,123 Other Proceeds 200,000 200,000 Net Cash Provided by Non-Capital Financing Activities 4,230,123 4,230,123 Cash Flows Provided by Investing Activities Interest Received on Cash and Cash Equivalents 1,646 1,637 Cash Flows Used in Capital and Related Financing Activities Purchase of Capital Assets (787,803) (1,063,046) Capital Grants from primary government - 1,450,000 Net Cash Provided by Capital and related Financing Activities (787,803) 386,954 Net Increase in Cash and Cash Equivalents 166,789 2,138,514 Cash and Cash Equivalents, at Beginning of Year 6,191,841 4,053,327 Cash and Cash Equivalents, at End of Year $ 6,358,630 $ 6,191,841 Cash and Cash Equivalents Unrestricted Cash and Cash Equivalents $ 5,816,650 $ 5,248,607 Restricted Cash and Cash Equivalents 541,980 943,234 Total Cash and Cash Equivalents $ 6,358,630 $ 6,191,841 Reconciliation to Net Cash Used in Operating Activities Loss from Operation $ (3,280,480) $ (3,766,079) Adjustments to Reconcile Operating Income to Net Cash Provided by Operating Activities: Depreciation 334,286 312,622 Change in Assets and Liabilities: Accounts and Other Receivable 6,776 134,784 Due from the Government of the U.S. Virgin Islands 8,039 (3,813) Prepaid Expenses (543,423) 570,908 Accounts Payable 57,173 (22,530) Accrued Liabilities (75,840) 145,478 Unearned Revenue (8,230) (12,260) Compensated Absences 59,845 29,358 Deferred Outflows of Resources (286,711) 209,746 Deferred Inflows of Resources 21,404 181,460 Net Pension Liability 429,984 (259,874) Total Adjustments 3,303 1,285,879 Net Cash Used in Operating Activities $ (3,277,177) $ (2,480,200) The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements. - 12 - VIRGIN ISLANDS PUBLIC BROADCASTING SYSTEM (A Component Unit of the Government of the United States Virgin Islands) STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (Continued) FOR THE YEARS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2020 and 2019 2020 2019 Non-Cash Transactions Disclosures Supplementary Disclosures of Cash Flows Information Salaries Paid by the Government of Virgin Islands in the Form of a Grant $ 2,440,332 $ 2,208,773 Donated Services $ 72,105 $ 13,920 The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements. - 13 - VIRGIN ISLANDS PUBLIC BROADCASTING SYSTEM (A Component Unit of the Government of the United States Virgin Islands) NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS SEPTEMBER 30, 2020 and 2019 NOTE 1 REPORTING ENTITY The Virgin Islands Public Broadcasting System (the “System) was created by Act No. 2364 on November 15, 1968, to provide education television services in the United States Virgin Islands, and to advance the general welfare, cultural development, and awareness of public affairs of the general population. In December 2014, the System expanded operations to include a public education radio station, WTJX-FM. The radio promotes educational, general welfare and cultural programming including National Public Radio programming. On July 30, 2015, but effective November 2015, the Legislature of the Virgin Islands through Act 7748 officially changed the name of the Virgin Islands Public Television System to the Virgin Islands Public Broadcasting System. The System was formed as a public corporation and is an autonomous component unit of the Government of the U.S. Virgin Islands (the “GVI”) and, therefore, the financial statements of the System are not intended to present fairly the financial position and results of operations of the GVI. Only the accounts of the System are included in the reporting entity. The System’s Board of Directors consists of the Commissioner of the Department of Education, the Vice- Chair of the Board of Education, the President of the University of the Virgin Islands, the Director of the Office of Management and Budget, three members appointed by the President of the Legislature, four other members appointed by the Governor. The call letters of the System are WTJX, and it is a member of the Public Broadcasting Service (“PBS”), a media foundation that provides programs and services to public and non-commercial television stations. Also, it is a member of the National Public Radio (“NPR”). NOTE 2 SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES The System prepares it financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America for governmental enterprise funds as prescribed by the Government Accounting Standards Board (“GASB”). The financial statements of the System have been prepared using the economic resources measurement focus and the accrual basis of accounting. Under the accrual basis, revenues are recognized when earned, and expenses are recorded when an obligation has been incurred. Basic Financial Statements – Standards for external financial reporting require that resources be classified for accounting and reporting purposed into net positions, categories and to report the change in net position. Net position is the residual of all other elements presented in the statements of net position. It is the difference between (a) assets and deferred outflows of resources and (b) liabilities and deferred inflows of resources and consists of the following categories: • Net Investment in Capital Assets – This category of net position consists of capital assets, net accumulated depreciation, reduced by any outstanding balances of mortgages or notes attributable to the acquisition, construction or improvement of those assets. • Restricted Component of Net Position – This category consists of restricted assets reduced by liabilities and deferred inflows of resources related to those assets. NOTE 2 – SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Continued) - 14 - • Unrestricted Component of Net Position – This category consists of the net amount of the assets, deferred outflows of resources, liabilities and deferred inflows of resources that are not included in the determination of net investment in capital assets, or the restricted component of net position. The System distinguishes operating revenues and expenses from non-operating items. Operating revenues and expenses generally result from services provided in connection with the System’s community and education-based television system. The principal revenues of the System are grants, including grants from the Government of the U.S. Virgin Islands and grants from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (“CPB”), underwriting, fundraising, tower space rental and advertising. Operating expenses mainly include programming services, management and general expenses, and depreciation. When both restricted and unrestricted resources are available for use, the System decides to use resources on a case by case basis. Cash and Cash Equivalents – All deposits of the System are made in board-designated official depositories. The System may designate, as an official depository, any bank or savings association whose principal office is located in the United States Virgin Islands. Also, the System may establish time deposit accounts such as certificates of deposits. The System’s cash and cash equivalents are considered to be cash on hand, demand deposits, and short- term investments with original maturities of three months or less from the date of acquisition. The System receives cash allotments from the CPB in two installments during the year which are held in a separate bank account and are reported as restricted cash and cash equivalents. Under Virgin Islands law, government public funds are required to be deposited into accounts that are collateralized by security bond collateral that is satisfactory to the Commissioner of Finance. As of September 30, 2020, cash and cash equivalents held at banks were fully collateralized. Accounts and Other Receivable – All trade and grant receivables are reported as assets of the System. These accounts receivable mainly consist of underwriting, grants and rent from tower space. Allowance for Doubtful Accounts – The allowance for doubtful accounts is an amount that management believes will be adequate to absorb possible losses on existing accounts receivable that may become uncollectible based on evaluations of collectability of accounts receivable and prior credit loss experience. Because of uncertainties inherent in the estimation process, management’s estimate of credit losses inherent in the existing accounts receivable and related allowance may change in the future. Balance of the allowance for doubtful accounts at September 30, 2020 and 2019 amounted to $-0-. Prepaid Expenses – Certain cash outlays to vendors reflect costs applicable to future accounting periods and are recorded as prepaid items in the statement of net position and are expensed as the items are used or the expense is realized. These prepaid expenses mainly consist of unamortized PBS dues, memberships and insurance. Capital Assets – Capital assets, which include property, plant, and equipment assets, are reported in the financial statements at the time of acquisition or donation. Acquired capital assets are reported at cost at the date of purchase or construction, and donated assets are reported at acquisition value at the date of donation. Only assets with an initial, individual cost, or fair market value, of more than $5,000 are capitalized. The costs of normal maintenance and repairs that do not add to the value of the assets, or materially extend the life of assets are not capitalized. Interest incurred during the construction phase of capital assets is included as part of the capitalized value of the assets constructed. NOTE 2 – SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Continued) - 15 - Capital assets are depreciated using the straight-line method by groups or classes over the following expected service lives: Years Buildings 40-60 Buildings and Improvements 15-30 Production & Broadcast Equipment 3-15 Others 7 When capital assets are retired, the cost and related accumulated depreciation is removed from the accounts and any gain or loss is recognized as non-operating revenue or expense. Compensated Absences – Employees are eligible under personnel policies established by the Government of the Virgin Islands to accrue annual leave (up to 480 hours) if not used during the Calendar year. Unpaid annual leave is accrued as a liability of the System, as well as the System’s share of related payroll taxes, if the compensated absence is attributable to past service and it is probable that the System will compensate the employee for the benefits. The number of compensated absences is computed using salary rates in effect at September 30th. As of September 30, 2020 and 2019, the System reported accrued compensated absences amounting to $257,828 and $197,983, respectively. Pension Plan – The Employees’ Retirement System of the government (the “GERS”) is the administrator of a cost-sharing multiple-employer, defined benefit pension plan (the “plan”) established as of October 1, 1959 by the Government to provide retirement, death, and disability benefits to its employees, and includes employees of Judicial, Executive and Legislative Branches of government and outside agencies. The plan covers all employees of the Government except employees compensated on a contract fee basis, casual, per diem or provisional and part-time employees who work less than 20 hours per week. Persons over the age of 55 may opt out of the plan by providing formal notification to the plan. Vesting of benefits occurs after 10 years of service. Benefits may be extended to beneficiaries of plan members. Deferred Outflows of Resources – In addition to assets, the statement of net position reports a separate section of deferred outflows of resources. Deferred outflows of resources represent a consumption of net position that applies to a future period and will not be recognized as an outflow of resources (expense) until that time. The deferred amounts related to pension consists of the unamortized portion of the net difference between projected and actual earnings on pension plan investments, changes in assumptions and other differences between expected and actual experience. Deferred Inflows of Resources – In addition to liabilities and net position, the statement of net position reports a separate section of deferred inflows of resources. Deferred inflows of resources represent an acquisition of net position that applies to a future period(s) and will not be recognized as an inflow of resources (revenue) until that time. The deferred amounts related to pension consists of the unamortized portion of the net difference between projected and actual earnings on pension plan investments, changes in assumptions and other differences between expected and actual experience. Revenue Recognition – The System distinguishes operating revenues and expenses from non-operating items. Revenues associated with the Contributions from Corporation for Public Broadcasting are recorded as operating revenues when cash is received. Expenses related to the program services, and management and general expenses are recorded as operating expenses. Non-operating revenues consist principally of non-capital appropriations from government of the U.S. Virgin Islands. These moneys are given to the system for its operations. The allotment amount is approved by the government which is split into monthly allotment set by OMB. A memo is sent monthly informing the System that the funds are available. NOTE 2 – SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Continued) - 16 - Operating Revenues and Expenses – Operating revenues and expenses generally result from providing services in connection with the System’s principal ongoing operations, mainly the production of educational and cultural programs. The System also recognizes grants received as operating revenue. Operating expenses for the System include cost of services, administrative expenses, and depreciation on capital assets. Use of Estimates in the Preparation of Financial Statements – The 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 reported amounts of assets, deferred inflows, liabilities, deferred outflows 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 periods. Actual results could differ from those estimates. New Accounting Pronouncements - Accounting Pronouncements Issued but Not Yet Adopted GASB Statement No. 87 - Leases In June 2017, the Governmental Accounting Standards Board issued GASB 87 Leases. The standard changes the way that entities account for leases in their financial disclosures, especially their statement of net position and statements of revenues, expenses and changes in net position. The statement establishes a single model for lease accounting based on the foundational principle that leases are financings of the right to use an underlying asset. Under this Statement, a lessee is required to recognize a lease liability and an intangible right-to-use lease asset, and a lessor is required to recognize a lease receivable and a deferred inflow of resources, thereby enhancing the relevance and consistency of information about governments’ leasing activities. The requirements of this Statement are effective for reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2019. Reclassifications – Certain reclassifications were made to the 2019 financial statements to conform to the current year’s presentation. These reclassifications had no effect on the reported results of operations. - 17 - NOTE 3 CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS The System maintains unrestricted cash and cash equivalents including: (i) allotments from the Government of the Virgin Islands, (ii) Special Productions including underwriting, donations, and other fundraising activities, (iii) Emergency Maintenance funded from rental income of an up-link television broadcasting tower located in St. Thomas, (iv) Certificate of Deposit held as a reserve and (v) a petty cash account. Restricted cash consist of CPB funding. These funds will be used for the operation of the System, in compliance with the purposes and restrictions set forth in the CPB General Provisions and Eligibility criteria guidelines. As of September 30, 2020 and 2019, cash and cash equivalents consisted of the following deposits in banks and certificate of deposit: 2020 2019 Restricted: Corporation for Public Broadcasting $ 541,980 $ 943,234 Unrestricted: Government of the U.S. Virgin Islands 4,012,458 3,901,850 Special Productions 383,456 249,100 FCC Repacking 28,113 283,217 Emergency Maintenance 839,566 484,516 FEMA Funds Account 219,688 - Petty Cash 3,000 1,200 Certificate of Deposit 330,369 328,724 Unrestricted Cash and Cash Equivalents 5,816,650 5,248,607 Total Cash and Cash Equivalents $ 6,358,630 $ 6,191,841 • Concentration of Credit Risk – The System utilizes one financial institution located in the United States Virgin Islands. • Credit Risk – Depository balances are fully collateralized with collateral satisfactory to the USVI Commissioner of Finance. NOTE 4 ACCOUNTS AND OTHER RECEIVABLES Accounts and other receivables at September 30, 2020 and 2019, consisted of the following: 2020 2019 Underwriting $ 9,707 $ 21,900 Rent 3,084 3,068 Fundraising - 11,100 Advertisement 4,500 4,200 FEMA 22,114 22,114 Other 30,275 3,720 Donation - 365 Grants - 9,989 $ 69,680 $ 76,456 As of September 30, 2020, and 2019, the System had an outstanding receivable due from the GVI, a related party, amounting to $140,626 and $148,665, respectively to cover operating expenditures. - 18 - NOTE 5 CAPITAL ASSETS Capital assets at September 30, 2020 and 2019 are comprised of the following: Balance at September 30, 2019 Additions Disposals Balance at September 30, 2020 Non-depreciable assets: Land $ 1,284,996 $ - $ - $ 1,284,996 Construction in Progress 586,112 - $ - 586,112 Non-depreciable assets: 1,871,108 - $ - 1,871,108 Depreciable assets: Production and broadcasting equipment 6,639,808 502,765 - 7,142,573 Buildings and improvements 2,934,009 200,233 - 3,134,242 Other 1,796,938 84,805 1,881,743 Total depreciable assets 11,370,755 787,803 - 12,158,558 Less: accumulated depreciation (8,077,876) (334,286) - (8,412,162) Total depreciable assets, net 3,292,879 453,517 $ - 3,746,396 Total capital assets, net $ 5,163,987 $ 453,517 $ - $ 5,617,504 Balance at September 30, 2018 Additions Disposals Balance at September 30, 2019 Non-depreciable assets: Land $ 1,284,996 $ - $ - $ 1,284,996 Construction in Progress - 586,112 $ - 586,112 Non-depreciable assets: 1,284,996 586,112 $ - 1,871,108 Depreciable assets: Production and broadcasting equipment 6,743,368 245,811 (349,371) 6,639,808 Buildings and improvements 2,907,509 26,500 - 2,934,009 Other 1,627,088 204,623 (34,773) 1,796,938 Total depreciable assets 11,277,965 476,934 (384,144) 11,370,755 Less: accumulated depreciation (8,149,398) (312,622) 384,144 (8,077,876) Total depreciable assets, net 3,128,567 164,312 $ - 3,292,879 Total capital assets, net $ 4,413,563 $ 750,424 $ - $ 5,163,987 Depreciation expense for the years ended September 30, 2020 and 2019 amount to $334,286 and $312,622, respectively. NOTE 6 PROGRAMMING DUES The System is a member station of the Public Broadcasting Services of the U.S. (“PBS”). PBS offers programming designed to expand the minds of children, documentaries, noncommercial news programs, and programs designed to expose listeners to music, theatre, dance and art. Dues for the member year of July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021 amounted to $724,937, was paid as of September 30, 2020. Unamortized portion amounting to $543,703 in FY 2020 is included as part of prepaid expenses in the accompanying statement of net Position. Dues for the member year of July 1, 2019 through June 30, 2020 amounted to $757,371 was waived by PBS. - 19 - NOTE 7 NON-CAPITAL APPROPRIATIONS AND GRANTS REVENUE The System receives two main sources of revenues: (i) noncapital appropriations from the Government of the U.S. Virgin Islands to pay salaries and related expenses and operating expenditures, and (ii) grants from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (“CPB”) to provide funding for the System’s member dues to the Public Broadcasting Service, salaries and related benefits and operating expenses. For the fiscal years ended September 30, 2020 and 2019, the System received the following grant revenue from these organizations: 2020 2019 Government of the Virgin Islands $ 4,030,123 $ 4,030,123 Corporation for Public Broadcasting 1,203,656 968,159 Capital Grant - 1,450,000 PBS Grant - 9,989 Re-Packing Fund-FCC 473,600 156,858 FEMA Grants 55,466 9,646 $ 5,762,845 $ 6,624,775 During the years ended September 30, 2020 and 2019, the GVI supported $2,440,332 and $2,208,773 in salary and related costs through its appropriations to the System. NOTE 8 TOWER SPACE RENTALS The System leases certain tower facilities to tenants under the terms requiring the payment of minimum annual rentals. Future income under the annual minimum rentals under noncancelable operating leases in effect at September 30, 2020, are as follows: Year Ending September 30 2020 2021 $ 76,622 2022 63,371 2023 30,152 Thereafter 3,914 $ 174,059 Tower space rental income for the years ended September 30, 2020 and 2019 amounted to $94,011 and $90,509, respectively. NOTE 9 COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES The System derives most of its operating revenue from appropriations provided by the local Government and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. The continuing operation of the System is dependent on a continuation of grants for sustainable operations. The Government of the Virgin Islands Department of Property and Procurement provides casualty insurance on System assets under a blanket insurance policy covering both the primary Government and certain autonomous agencies. NOTE 9 – COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES (Continued) - 20 - During September 2017, Hurricanes Irma and Maria hit the U.S. Virgin Islands causing enormous losses and devastation. The System suffered damages to equipment and property. The System’s headquarters and its main broadcasting facility was severely damaged. Management and the Board continue to identify funding sources and estimated outlay of funds for the restoration of the facilities. The System is anticipating federal funding from FEMA to aid in the rebuild. The total funds to be expended is not yet determinable. The System is part of the FCC Re-Packing Project that will allow for significant equipment acquisition related to a global repositioning of the FCC’s broadcasting spectrum. Total estimated costs of the project amount to $4.7 million, of which $756,451 has been disbursed as of September 30, 2020. The Re-Packing Project will continue simultaneous to the System’s recovery efforts previously explained. The United States has been affected the Novel-Coronavirus (COVID-19), an aggressive and potent pandemic, which has spread globally and is expected to adversely affect economic conditions throughout the world. The System’s allotment from the Government of the Virgin Islands was reduced by ten percent in fiscal year 2021. The System is working to minimize the economic impact through fundraising ventures and the use of other internal funds. Management is actively monitoring the impact of COVID-19 on its financial liquidity and operations. Management is currently unable to estimate the complete future financial impact. NOTE 10 PENSION PLAN The System follows the provisions of GASB Statement No. 68 Accounting and Financial Reporting for Pensions – an amendment of GASB Statement No. 27. This Statement establishes financial reporting standards for state and local governments for pensions. Plan Description The System’s employees are members of the Employees’ Retirement System of the Government of the U.S. Virgin Islands (“GERS”), cost sharing multiple employer defined benefit, public employee retirement system as defined by GASB 68. The system was established by the Government to provide retirement, death and disability benefits to its employees. All of the System’s full-time regular employees are mandated to participate in the retirement plan administered by GERS. The System’s part-time employees who regularly work more than 50% of the normal work period, and full- time regular employees who at the time of employment are under age 55 years with one year of government service are eligible to participate in the system. Effective January 1, 2017, the System’s required contribution was 23.5% of the member’s annual salary. Prior to that date, the percentage was 17.5%. Effective January 1, 2017, member contributions were 11% and 11.5% for Tier I and Tier II employees. Total amount of the System’s covered payroll for the year ended September 30, 2019 was $202,388. Plan descriptions, funding policies, and a schedule of employee required and paid contributions for the defined benefit plans are presented in the Virgin Islands Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (Report) for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2020. The Report also provides detailed historical trend information showing the progress in accumulating sufficient assets to pay benefits when due. In addition, GERS issues a publicly available report that includes financial statements and required supplementary information. The report may be obtained from the Employees’ Retirement System of the Government of the Virgin Islands, GERS Complex, 3438 Kronpindsens Gade, St. Thomas, and VI 00802. - 21 - NOTE 11 NET PENSION LIABILITY Net Pension Liability Effective July 1, 2014, the System implemented the provisions of GASB Statement No. 68, Accounting and Financial Reporting for Pensions - an amendment of GASB Statement No. 27, as amended by GASB Statement No. 71, Pension Transition for Contributions Made Subsequent to the Measurement Date - an amendment of GASB Statement No. 68. Following is a description of the pension plan and accounting for pension expense, liabilities, and deferred outflows/inflows of resources. Plan Description and Benefits Full time employees of the System are members of the Government Employees’ Retirement System of the Virgin Islands (GERS), a cost sharing multiple-employer, defined benefit pension plan (the plan) established as of October1,1959 in accordance with Title 3, Chapter 27 of the Virgin Islands Code to provide retirement, death, and disability benefits. Benefits may be extended to beneficiaries of plan members. The plan covers all employees of the Government, including the System, except employees compensated on a contract fee basis, casual, per diem or provisional and part time employees who work less than 20 hours per week. Persons over the age of 55 may opt out of the plan by providing formal notification to the plan. Vesting of benefits occurs after 10 years of service. Benefits may be extended to beneficiaries of plan members. There are two tiers within the plan: Tier I: Employees hired prior to September 30, 2005 Tier II: Employees hired on or after October 1, 2005 Regular Tier I employees are eligible for full-service retirement at age 60 with 10 years of credited service or any age with 30 years of credited service. Regular Tier II employees are eligible for full-service retirement at age 65 with 10 years of credited service. Tier 1 members who are considered “safety employees” as defined in the Code are eligible for full retirement benefits at age 55 with 10 years of credited service or any age with 20 years of credited service. Tier II safety employees are eligible for full retirement benefits at age 60 with 10 years of service or age 58 with 25 years of service. Regular and safety employees who have attained age 50 with at least 10 years of credited service may elect to retire early with a reduced benefit. The monthly annuity benefit payment is determined by applying a stipulated benefit ratio to the member’s average compensation. Average compensation for Tier I members is determined by averaging the five highest years of credited service within the last ten years of service, subject to the maximum salary limitations in effect during such service. Average compensation for Tier II members is determined by averaging the most recent five years of credited service within the last ten years of service, subject to the maximum salary limitations in effect during the service. The maximum annual salary that can be used in this computation is $65,000, except for senators and judges, whose annual maximum compensation is $85,000. Funding and Contribution Policy Contributions to GERS are established by the Board of Trustees of GERS. Contribution rates to the retirement plan for regular employees vary based on classification as Tier I or Tier II. The GVI’s employer contribution for Tier I and Tier II employees is 23.5% of the member’s annual salary, effective on January 1, 2020. Employee contribution rates effective on January 1, 2017 are as follows: NOTE 11 – PENSION LIABILITY (Continued) - 22 - Tier I Tier II Regular Employees 11% 11.5% Public Safety Employees 13% 13.625% Legislature 12% 14% Judges 14% 15% Both the Plan and the System have a September fiscal year end. GASB Statement No. 68 requires that the reported results must pertain to liability and asset information within certain defined time frames. For this report, the following time frames are used: Valuation Date: October 1, 2019 Measurement Date: September 30, 2019 Measurement Period: October 1, 2018 – September 30, 2019 The System’s proportionate share of employer contributions recognized by GERS was $47,495 for the Plan’s fiscal year ended September 30, 2019. Pension Liabilities and Expense and Deferred Outflows/Inflows of Resources The actuarial calculated net pension liability for the System’s proportionate share of the net pension liability of the plan was $2,657,324 and $2,227,340 as of September 30, 2019 and September 30, 2018. The net pension liability of the plan is measured as of September 30, 2019, and the total pension liability for the plan used to calculate the net pension liability was determined by an actuarial valuation as of October 1, 2019. Actuarially determined proportionate share information from GERS was estimated by management based on an average five-year respective share of the System’s contributions to the plan relative to all contributions to the plan. The System’s proportion was .0500% and .0534% at September 30, 2019 and September 30, 2018 which was a decrease of .0034%. The pension liability reported in the System’s financial statements relates to the payroll funded by sources other than government appropriations since the pension liability for all the employees paid by the GVI is accounted for at the GVI’s financial statements. The System’s proportionate share of employer contributions recognized by GERS from the payroll funded by sources other than government appropriations was $47,495. The System recognized $241,623 and 185,413 of pension expense, inclusive of amortization of deferred outflows of pension-related items. Following is a schedule of deferred outflows/inflows of resources allocated to the System in the computation of net pension liability: September 30, 2019 Deferred Outflows by Resources Deferred Inflows of Resources Change in assumptions $ 589,126 $ 212,216 Difference between expected and actual experience 32,788 1,231 Net difference between projected and actual earnings on pension plan investments 1,507 $ - Change in proportionate share 67,836 242,276 Contributions made subsequent to measurement date 76,899 $ - $ 768,156 $ 455,723 NOTE 11 – PENSION LIABILITY (Continued) - 23 - September 30, 2018 Deferred Outflows by Resources Deferred Inflows of Resources Change in assumptions $ 261,835 $ 277,379 Difference between expected and actual experience 51,713 $ - Net difference between projected and actual earnings on pension plan investments 4,206 $ - Change in proportionate share 109,611 156,940 Contributions made subsequent to measurement date 54,080 $ - $ 481,445 $ 434,319 Amounts reported as deferred outflows of resources and deferred inflows of resources, exclusive of contributions made after the measurement date, will be recognized in pension expense as follows: Year ending September 30, 2021 $ 72,439 2022 73,775 2023 36,071 2024 62,968 2025 (226) $ 245,027 Actuarial Assumptions A summary of the actuarial assumptions and methods used to calculate the total pension liability as of September 30, 2019, is provided below, including any assumptions that differ from those used in the October 1, 2019 actuarial valuation. Refer to October 1, 2019 actuarial valuation report for a complete description of all other assumptions, which can be found on GERS’ website. Inflation Rate: 2.50% Salary Increases: 3.25% including inflation Actuarial Cost Method: Entry Age Normal Expected Rate of Return: 4.0% Municipal Bond Yield: 2.66% Discount Rate: 2.67% Mortality Table: RP-2014 Blue Collar Investment Rate of Return The expected rate of return of 4.0% on plan investments was determined using a building-block method in which best-estimate ranges of expected future real rates of return (expected returns, net of pension plan investment expense and inflation) are developed for each major asset class. These ranges are combined to produce the expected rate of return by weighting the expected future real rates of return by the target asset allocation percentage and by adding expected inflation. Best estimates of arithmetic real rates of return for each major asset class included in the plan’s target asset allocation as of September 30, 2019, are summarized as follows: NOTE 11 – PENSION LIABILITY (Continued) - 24 - Asset Class Target Allocation ¹Long-Term Expected Real Rate of Return Domestic Equity 009% 06.23% Fixed Income 060% 00.98% Real Estate 010% 04.33% Cash 012% 00.48% Private Equities (Alternatives) 009% 10.23% Total 100% ¹Real rates of return are net of inflation Discount Rate The discount rate used to measure the total pension liability was 2.67% as of September 30, 2019 and 4.25% as of September 30, 2018. The projection of cash flows used to determine the discount rate assumed plan member contributions will be made at the current contribution rate, including the future increases in the employee contribution rates legislated. Based on those assumptions, the plan’s fiduciary net position was not projected to be available to make all projected future benefit payments of current plan members. Therefore, the expected rate of return on plan investments of 4.0% was applied to all periods of projected benefit payments that are covered by projected assets. For periods where projected future benefit payments are not covered by projected assets, the yield on a 20-year AA Municipal Bond index was applied, which was 2.66% and 4.18% at September 30, 2019 and 2018, respectively. Sensitivity of Proportionate Share of Net Pension Liability to Changes in the Discount Rate The following presents the System’s allocated proportionate share of the net pension liability (NPL) for the plan, calculated using the discount rate of 2.67% as well as what the System’s proportionate share of the net pension liability would be if it were calculated using a discount rate that is 1% lower (1.67%) or 1% higher (3.67%) than the current rate. 1% Decrease (1.67%) Current Discount (2.67%) 1% Increase (3.67%) $3,083,175 $2,657,324 $2,308,287 Detailed information about pension plan’s fiduciary net position is available in the separately issued GERS financial report. NOTE 12 OTHER POSTEMPLOYMENT BENEFIT LIABILITY The Governmental Accounting Standards Board issued GASB STATEMENT NO. 75 – Accounting and Financial Reporting for Postemployment Benefits Other than Pensions. The statement is effective for fiscal years beginning after June 15, 2017. The Government of the Virgin Islands adopted and implemented GASB 75 for the year-end September 30, 2018. The objective of the statement is to improve Accounting and Financial Reporting for state and local governments (including component units) for Postemployment Benefits Other than Pensions (OPEB). The System is a component unit of the U.S. Virgin Islands Primary Government. For purposes of GASB 75, the plan is classified as a nontrusted multiple employer plan. In this Special Funding Situation, the Primary Government covers the plan expenses as they occur. The plan is considered a “pay as you go” plan. NOTE 12 – OTHER POST EMPLOYMENT BENEFIT LIABILITY (Continued) - 25 - The Primary Government is the only entity responsible for the payment of OPEB for retirees of the System. Compensation of the System’s employees is jointly shared by the System and the Primary Government. Management has communicated that because of the shared employment cost of its employees and the immateriality of the 2019 actuarially determined expense, an estimate of 2019 OPEB expense, would not be material to its financial statements as a whole. Accordingly, no adjustments to its financial statements are recorded. NOTE 13 SUBSEQUENT EVENTS The Authority’s management has evaluated subsequent events through March 10, 2021, the date the financial statements were available to be issued. The accompanying financial statements recognize the effects of subsequent events that provided evidence about conditions that exist at the balance sheet date, including the estimates inherent in the process of preparing financial statements. The accompanying financial statements do not recognize the effect of subsequent events that did not exist at the balance sheet date, but disclosures of such events, if any, are included in the accompanying notes. REQUIRED SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION - 26 - VIRGIN ISLANDS PUBLIC BROADCASTING SYSTEM (A Component Unit of the Government of the United States Virgin Islands) SCHEDULE OF THE SYSTEM’S PROPORTIONATE SHARE OF NET PENSION LIABILITY LAST 10 FISCAL YEARS 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 System’s proportion of the net pension liability 0.0500% 0.0534% 0.0568% 0.0522% 0.0571% System’s proportionate share of the net pension liability $2,657,324 $2,227,340 $2,487,214 $2,552,151 $2,322,908 System’s covered-employee payroll 202,388 317,367 223,583 203,205 203,050 System’s proportion share of the net pension liability as a percentage of its covered-employee payroll 13.13% 701.82% 1,112.43% 1,256.00% 1,144.00% Plan fiduciary net position as percentage of the total pension liability 11.32% 13.72% 16.18% 16.54% 19.58% *The schedule is intended to show a 10-year trend. Additional years will be reported as they become available. The amounts presented for each fiscal year are as of the measurement date (September 30 of the previous fiscal year). - 27 - VIRGIN ISLANDS PUBLIC BROADCASTING SYSTEM (A Component Unit of the Government of the United States Virgin Islands) SCHEDULE OF THE SYSTEM’S CONTRIBUTIONS LAST 10 FISCAL YEARS 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 Actuarially required contributions $138,762 $142,975 $142,276 $136,431 $114,251 $95,427 Contributions in relation to the actuarially required contributions 47,495 43,543 42,715 40,208 41,276 34,354 Contribution deficiency/(excess) 91,267 99,432 99,561 96,223 72,975 61,073 Covered-employee payroll 202,388 214,172 223,583 203,205 203,050 186,176 Contributions as a percentage of covered-employee payroll 23.47% 20.33% 19.11% 19.79% 20.33% 18.45% *The schedule is intended to show a 10-year trend. Additional years will be reported as they become available. The amounts presented for each fiscal year are as of the measurement date (September 30 of the previous fiscal year). - 28 - VIRGIN ISLANDS PUBLIC BROADCASTING SYSTEM (A Component Unit of the Government of the United States Virgin Islands) NOTES TO THE REQUIRED SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION SEPTEMBER 30, 2019 Valuation Date: October 1, 2019 Measurement Date: September 30, 2019 Actuarially determined contribution rates are calculated as of September 30, 2017, one year prior to end of the fiscal year in which contributions are reported and applied to all periods included in the measurement. Methods and assumptions used to determine contribution rates: Actuarial cost method Entry Age Normal Cost Method Inflation 2.50% Salary increases 3.25% including inflation Discount rate 2.67%, net of pension plan investment expense, including inflation Mortality rates RP-2014 Blue Collar Employee Healthy Annuitant Employee Mortality Tables Municipal bond yield 2.66% SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION - 29 - VIRGIN ISLANDS PUBLIC BROADCASTING SYSTEM (A Component Unit of the Government of the United States Virgin Islands) STATEMENTS OF REVENUES AND EXPENSES PER DIVISION FOR THE YEARS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2020 and 2019 TOTAL WTJX-TV WTJX-FM 2020 2019 Operating Revenues Grants and Funds $ 1,532,722 $ - $ 1,532,722 $ 1,144,652 Tower Space Rental 94,011 - 94,011 90,509 Underwriting 70,689 60,242 130,931 112,800 Fundraising 62,151 - 62,151 57,947 Advertising 11,820 $ - 11,820 16,130 Membership Subscriptions and Other Donations 27,681 11,440 39,121 32,623 Other Operating Revenue 51,141 $ - 51,141 20,949 Total Operating Revenues 1,850,215 71,682 1,921,897 1,475,610 Non-Operating Revenues Contribution from the Government of the U.S. Virgin Islands 3,886,209 1381313143,914 4,030,123 5,480,123 Interest Income 1,646 $ - 1,646 1,637 Other non-operating revenue $ 200,000 $ - $ 200,000 $ 200,000 Total Non-Operating Revenues 4,087,855 $ 143,914 4,231,769 5,681,760 Total Revenues $ 5,938,070 $ 215,596 $ 6,153,666 $ 7,157,370 Operating Expenses Program Services Salaries $ 1,587,901 $ 77,910 $ 1,665,811 $ 1,585,900 Program Acquisition 181,234 18,806 200,040 527,384 Annual Leave Accrual 59,844 - 59,844 29,358 Employee Benefits 529,757 14,384 544,141 498,642 Equipment Rental and Maintenance 199,426 - 199,426 177,767 Professional Fees 51,940 - 51,940 43,406 Utilities 68,332 1,516 69,848 79,570 Travel 28,882 189 29,071 36,580 Supplies and Other 10,234 - 10,234 15,862 Production 48,614 11,500 60,114 33,241 Total Program Services 2,766,164 124,305 2,890,469 3,027,710 Management and General Salaries 380,784 - 380,784 395,645 Employee Benefits 386,723 - 386,723 226,948 Depreciation 334,286 - 334,286 312,622 Payroll Taxes and Contributions 149,800 5,960 155,760 148,511 Utilities 257,618 - 257,618 192,537 - 30 - VIRGIN ISLANDS PUBLIC BROADCASTING SYSTEM (A Component Unit of the Government of the United States Virgin Islands) STATEMENTS OF REVENUES AND EXPENSES PER DIVISION (Continued) FOR THE YEARS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2020 and 2019 TOTAL WTJX-TV WTJX-FM 2020 2019 Professional Fees 147,596 3,301 150,897 180,106 Production 12,395 - 12,395 19,676 Printing and Publication 20,660 - 20,660 19,537 Repairs and Maintenance 90,322 - 90,322 118,090 Insurance 87,661 - 87,661 83,971 Subscriptions and Memberships 24,829 - 24,829 11,021 Professional Development/Training 12,517 2,557 15,074 44,761 Supplies and Other 104,588 948 105,536 120,334 Program Acquisition - 13,710 13,710 360 Automobile 23,471 - 23,471 19,985 Equipment Rental and Maintenance 1,777 - 1,777 12,392 Small Equipment 51,841 1,779 53,620 78,737 Postage and Freight 4,752 78 4,830 4,195 Advertising 21,471 3,180 24,651 26,130 Computer Supplies 61,428 2,387 63,815 47,516 Security 11,987 - 11,987 14,983 FCC Repacking 32,946 - 32,946 31,869 FEMA 33,749 - 33,749 87,606 Total Management and General 2,253,201 33,900 2,287,101 2,197,532 Fundraising 24,807 - 24,807 16,447 Total Operating Expenses $ 5,044,172 $ 158,205 $ 5,202,377 $ 5,241,689 - 31 - INDEPENDENT AUDITORS’ REPORT ON INTERNAL CONTROL OVER FINANCIAL REPORTING AND ON COMPLIANCE AND OTHER MATTERS BASED ON AN AUDIT OF FINANCIAL STATEMENTS PERFORMED IN ACCORDANCE WITH GOVERNMENT AUDITING STANDARDS To the Board of Directors Virgin Islands Public Broadcasting System: We have audited, in accordance with the auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America and the standards applicable to financial audits contained in Government Auditing Standards issued by the Comptroller General of the United States, the financial statements of the Virgin Islands Public Broadcasting System (the “System”), as of and for the year ended September 30, 2020 and the related notes to the financial statements, which collectively comprise the System’s basic financial statements and have issued our report thereon dated March 10, 2021. Internal Control Over Financial Reporting In planning and performing our audit of the financial statements, we considered the System’s internal controls over financial reporting (internal control) to determine the audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances for the purpose of expressing our opinion on the financial statements, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the System’s internal control. Accordingly, we do not express an opinion on the effectiveness of the System’s internal control. A deficiency in internal control exists when the design or operation of a control does not allow management or employees, in the normal course of performing their assigned functions, to prevent, or detect and correct, misstatements on a timely basis. A material weakness is a deficiency, or a combination of deficiencies, in internal control such that there is reasonable possibility that a material misstatement of the entity’s financial statements will not be prevented or detected and corrected on a timely basis. We considered no deficiencies to be material weaknesses. Our consideration of internal control was for the limited purpose described in the first paragraph of this section and was not designed to identify all deficiencies in internal control that might be material weaknesses or significant deficiencies. Given these limitations, during our audit we did not identify any deficiencies in internal control that we consider to be material weaknesses. However, material weaknesses may exist that have not been identified. Compliance and Other Matters As part of obtaining reasonable assurance about whether the System’s financial statements are free from material misstatement, we performed tests of its compliance with certain provisions of laws, regulations, contracts, and grant agreements, noncompliance with which could have a direct and material effect on the determination of financial statement amounts. However, providing an opinion on compliance with those provisions was not an objective of our audit, and accordingly, we do not express such an opinion. The results of our tests did not disclose instances of noncompliance or other matters that are required to be reported under Government Auditing Standards.