HomeMy WebLinkAbout07- Development Department DEVE :) PMENT DEPARTMENT
OF THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
REOUEST FOR COMMISSION/COUNCIL ACTION
FROM: KENNETH J. HENDERSON SUBJECT: SMALL BUSINESS LOAN
Executive Director PROGRAM
DATE: June 17, 1993
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Synopsis of Previous Commission/Councii/Committee Action (s):
On June 9, 1993, the Redevelopment Committee recommended that the Community Development Commission
approve the Small Business Loan Program and upon approval of the Agency's proposed FY 93/94 budget
appropriate funds in the amount of$500,000 accordingly.
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Recommended Motion (s):
(Community Development Commission)
MOTION A: That the Community Development Commission approve the Small Business Loan Program and
appropriate funds in the amount of$500,000, subject to the approval of the Agency's FY 93/94
budget.
MOTION B. That the
• Community evelopment Commission direct staff to develop and submit a list of
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candidates for the Small Business Loan Committee for subsequent appointment, as appropriate,
by the chairman and confirmation by the Commission.
Administrator KENN&IfJ. WNDERSON
Executive Director
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Contact Person(s): Kenneth J. Henderson/Emily Wong Phone: 5081
Project Area(s): All Ward(s): Seven (7)
Supporting Data Attached: Staff Report/Small Business Loan Guidelines
FUNDING REQUIREMENTS: Amount: $ _500,000 Source: Tax Increment
Budget Authority: N/A
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Commission/Council Notes:
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KJH:BJL:lag:budget COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA
MEETING DATE: 06/21/1993
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Agenda Item Number:
D E V E ► PMENT DEPARTMENT
STAFF REPORT
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Small Business Loan Program
Agency Staff proposes to implement a new Small Business Loan Program in order to provide
financial assistance to respond to and meet the needs of small businesses in our community.
This new Small Business Loan Program will replace the old existing Economic Development
Program (EDP) Small Business Loan Fund whose funding is near depletion. The program
was not recapitalized after the old now-defunct Economic Development Council assigned the
program to the city.
Key changes in the proposed Small Business Loan Program are highlighted below:
1. Business-User Friendly - The new Loan Information Package and loan review process
has been streamlined in an effort to make it more business-user friendly.
2. Networking and Technical Assistance - A stronger emphasis will be placed upon
providing and making available sources of technical assistance. Staff is pro-actively
developing a network of resources to include banks, educational institutions, business
development centers, outside professionals, the Private Industry Council, and our local
Chamber of Commerce. For example, the Agency in cooperation with San Bernardino
Valley College, will offer a ten (10) week Business Management Certificate Program
this fall geared towards the specific needs of small business. Technical assistance may
also come in the form of referrals to other sources of financing, such as SBA 71, SBA
504 HUD Section 108, and the State Small Business Loan Guarantee Program.
3. Leveraging and Recycling Funds - The Program has been expanded to include the
addition of a Loan Guarantee component as well as a Collateral Deposit Assistance
Component. Through these avenues, we can work with local lenders to make
additional private financing available. The new Small Business Loan Program will
continue to function as a revolving loan fund so that repayment of existing loans will
return to the fund, recycle and become available for infusion into new loans.
4. Aggressive Marketing - A comprehensive marketing effort will be launched
independently and enhanced through our growing network of resources. Tri-fold
brochures are in the development stage; ads and news releases can be place in San
Bernardino Business, Inland Empire Business Journal, The Sun, the minority weekly
newspapers, Main Street Newsletter, cable TV bulletin boards, and public service spots
can be run on local radio stations. In addition, we will coordinate our marketing with
local Project Area Committees, Citizen Advisory Committees and business and
merchant associations.
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DEVELOPMENT DEPARTME: STAFF REPORT
Small Business Loan Program
June 9, 1993
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LOAN REVIEW PROCESS
Staff will initially accept and review all loan applications. Staff recommends that a Small
Business Loan Committee be created and be comprised of community representatives with
expertise in the field of business and financial management, i.e., bankers, financial
consultants, successful small businessmen and women, insurance providers and related
professions. Good loan prospects meeting the established eligibility and selection criteria of
the program will be forwarded to a Small Business Loan Committee for final approval and/or
disapproval. Staff will develop and submit a list of Small Business Loan Committee
candidates to the Community Development Commission for its review and approval.
FUNDING RECOMMENDATION
The balance of funds in the existing EDP Small Business Loan Fund is approximately
$30,000. The recommendation is to commit an additional $500,000 to capitalize the new
Small Business Loan Program. Loan assistance may come in the form of loan guarantees,
collateral deposits as well as direct loans. By revolving the loan funds and introducing loan
guarantees and collateral deposits into this program, we hope to maximize our leverage
i capabilities to capture additional financing dollars to assist small businesses.
Attached for your review is a copy of the detailed proposed Small Business Loan Information
Package and Guidelines.
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Staff recommends adoption of form motions "A" and "B".
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KENNETH J. ENDERSON, Executive Director
Development Department
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CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AGENCY
DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
DEVELOPMENT DIVISION
"SMALL BUSINESS LOAN PROGRAM"
(Information Package)
201 North "E" Street, Third Floor
San Bernardino, CA 92401-1507
(909) 384-5081
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DF"ELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
SMA � BUSINESS LOAN PROGRAM
INTRODUCTION
The City of San Bernardino Economic Development Agency, through its Development
Department, is providing loan opportunities under the Small Business Loan Program. These
opportunities are open to small businesses operating within redevelopment project areas.
Businesses owned by women and minorities are encouraged to apply for assistance. The Small
Business Loan Program will provide loan assistance in the amount of $5,000 to $75,000 to
eligible businesses. Businesses engaging in lawful activities and proving financial integrity,
overall sound business practices and solvency are good candidates for participation.
The Loan Fund will be operated in a manner consistent with normal banking practices.
However, business sensitive terms and rates of repaying loans may be negotiable, depending
upon a variety of factors. The onus to prove creditworthiness will rest solely with the loan
candidate. This may be accomplished through the submission of adequate financial statements
and other data that demonstrates good business practices and acumen. Development
Department staff will be available to provide or refer technical support services to eligible
businesses in preparation for the review process.
Interested businesses should complete and submit the enclosed application package to the
Development Department. Questions regarding this package may be directed to:
Development Department
Development Division
Attention: Small Business Loan Program
201 North "E" Street, Third Floor
San Bernardino, California 92401
(909) 384-5081
BACKGROUND/PURPOSE
The City of San Bernardino has established the Small Business Loan Program as part of its
economic revitalization program under the direction of the City's Economic Development
Agency. The Agency has undertaken efforts to enhance economic activity, encourage the
growth and development of small businesses and promote economic revitalization within the
community. This effort is especially targeted towards economically depressed redevelopment
project areas. The Small Business Loan Program is designed to encourage the retention and
expansion of businesses already located in the City, as well as to attract other businesses to
relocate to and expand in San Bernardino. Through this program, the City hopes to improve its
overall economic growth, provide needed gap financing loan opportunities, create job
opportunities and increase the quality and quantity of goods and services.
PROGRAM COMPONENTS
Existing Small Business Loans
Direct loans are made available to small businesses which have been in existence with a proven
track record of at least two (2) years. One of the main objectives is to provide existing
businesses within the City of San Bernardino with improved access to financial resources
necessary for growth and expansion. Loans are also available to existing businesses that are
interested in relocating to San Bernardino. The interest rate for direct loans to established
businesses is generally the prime interest rate plus two percent. The interest may be reduced
further by 1/4 percent for each new permanent job created down to a minimum of 6%.
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DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMEN''°
Small Business Loan Program
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As a general rule, start-up businesses (in business less than two (2) years) are not eligible for
financial assistance under the small business loan program due to the high risk and speculative
nature of these functions. In exceptional cases, the two (2) year requirement may be waived
based upon factors such as the personal background, financial capacity, equity participation and
experience of the principals, benefit to the project area goals/community and sound financial
I business plans.
Loan Guarantees
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The Loan Guarantee Program is also available to assist businesses in obtaining financing with
local lenders. The program may guarantee all or a portion of the loan, and will be used to
stimulate access to capital for growing firms that need financing for expansion.
Collateral Reserve Deposits
In cases where a lender will consider providing financing if additional collateral or equity is
obtained, this program may provide the additional collateral pledge in the form of a Collateral
Reserve Deposit Account. A borrower will typically be required to provide a minimum percent
of the total project costs as equity.
Technical Assistance and Networking
Staff will provide a preliminary assessment of each business to determine any demonstrated
need for technical assistance in such areas as business planning, financial management,
inventory control, marketing and related issues. The Agency maintains a network of resources
available for referral. Partial resources include the Minority Business Development Center
(MBDC), National Economic Development Association (NEDA), Inland Empire Economic
Partnership (IEEP), Small Business Administration (SBA-SCORE), outside professional
consultants, and local educational institutions such as the San Bernardino Valley College and
California State University at San Bernardino. The Agency will endeavor to develop and
expand its information network with organizations such as the Chamber of Commerce, the local
Private Industry Council and various local business and merchant associations.
ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES
Funds may be used for new construction, interior or exterior rehabilitation, leasehold
improvements, purchase of equipment, real property acquisition, furniture and fixtures, working
capital and the refinancing of existing debt. The borrower will be required to provide
documentation to show that proceeds are used for the stipulated purposes outlined in the loan
agreement.
ELIGIBLE BUSINESSES
A business must meet the following criteria in order to be eligible for assistance:
1. Meet the program definition of small business by not exceeding a net worth of $2
million dollars.
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Small Business Loan Program
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2. Generally have a minimum of two (2) years of operating loan experience. Abe considered cin
assistance is available to start-up businesses, this type Y
more exceptional cases.
3. Be able to provide acceptable and adequate collateral as security for the loan.
4. Relocate to or currently be located in the City of San Bernardino. The business must
have a City business license.
5. Be a for-profit retail, manufacturing, wholesale or service company.
6. Be located within an approved City of San Bernardino Redevelopment Agency Project
Area.
SELECTION CRITERIA
Loans will normally be processed on a first-come, first-served basis. The Agency, however,
reserves the right, given limited funding resources, to approve loans according to their
comparative merit and strength. The critical test that each business must meet is
creditworthiness as determined on the basis of a normal credit analysis. Although the
consideration of financial stability, viability, creditworthiness and overall health of the business
is paramount, additional consideration will be given to the following priorities:
1. Permanent job creation and retention, particularly for low and moderate income
residents. The competitiveness of employee salaries and benefits may also be
considered.
2. Emphasis will be given to a business currently located in or relocating to a City
redevelopment project area.
3. Ability to obtain maximum leverage/match in private sector financing dollars.
4. The provision of increased quality/quantity of needed goods and services to the local
community. A business is encouraged to direct its primary outlet for goods and services
within the City.
5. Addressing necessary health and safety code issues. This would include seismic
reinforcement for earthquake safety.
6. Rehabilitation, restoration and beautification efforts directed at promoting the business
environment by removing blight through aesthetic improvements.
7. Development and expansion of environmentally clean industries.
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Small Business Loan Program
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LOAN APPLICATION PROCESS
1. Review of Application to Determine Eligibility and Financial Strength.
Staff will review the application for project and business eligibility and conduct a
financial analyses to include review of income tax returns, balance sheets and income
statements, pro-formas indicating projected income, expenditures and cash flows,
applicable licenses, personal background and references, payment history, and overall
business plans. If appropriate, the applicant may be referred to another entity for
technical assistance in order to strengthen the applicant's business portfolio. If the
business is determined to be unable to support a loan application for which the applicant
has provided all requested evaluation material, the Development Department will issue a
letter of denial outlining the reasons for its determination.
2. Site Visitation
If the applicant appears to be a good loan prospect, staff will proceed to conduct an
on-site visit to assess the facility, the overall business operation and the appropriateness
of the site.
3. Terms of the Loan
The structure and terms of the loan are discussed and loan documents are finalized,
reviewed and signed by the borrower.
4. Loan Committee Review
The Development Department will prepare a recommendation for review by the Loan
Committee. The Loan Committee will render final approval on all loan applications.
Barring any unusual circumstances, loans generally require approximately four (4) to six
(6) weeks to process from the time staff receives complete financial documentation and
the loan application is deemed complete.
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CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
nEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
small Business Loan Program
Loan Application
Application Information
Name of Company:
Address (Main Office) :
Address of Project (if different from above) :
Contact Person:
Position in Company:
Name of Principal: Phone No. ( )
Position in Company: $ Ownership:
Phone No. ( ) Employer I.D. Number:
% of Company Owned by Female: Minority:
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Project Information
Type of Project: New: Expansion: Ongoing:
Project Description:
Impact of Project on Company:
% Job Increase (New Jobs)
(Current Jobs)
Number of Part Time Jobs (to be created) : % Low/Mod Income:
Number of Full Time Jobs (to be created) : % Low/Mod Income:
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Use of Loan
Amount
Land/Building Improvement: $
Land Acquisition: $
Building Acquisition: $
Equipment Purchase or Repair: $
Furniture/Fixtures Purchase or Repair $
Working Capital: $
Other (Identify) :
TOTAL PROJECT COST: $
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Financial Assistance Requested
Financing Request from Ci. $ Years: Rate:
Financing from other Sources: $ Years: Rate:
Total Funds Requested: $ Annual Debt Service: $
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Type and Use of Collateral
Present Present
Original Market Mortgage Other
Type Cost Value Balance City Source
Land
Building
Equipment
Furniture/
Fixtures
Other (list)
Total:
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Participating Financial Institution
Name of Institution:
Address:
Contact Person: Telephone: ( )
Effective Date:
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Current Obligations
Creditor: Creditor:
Original Date: Original Date:
Original Amount:$ Original Amount:$
Present Balance:$ Present Balance:$
Interest Rate: Interest Rate:
Monthly Payment:$ Monthly Payment:$
Maturity Date: Maturity Date:
Collateral: Collateral:
Status (Current/Delinquent) : Status (Current/Delinquent) :
(Current Obligations Continued. . .)
Creditor: Creditor:
Original Date: Original Date:
Original Amount; $ Original Amount: $
Present Balance: $ Present Balance: $
Interest Rate: Interest Rate:
Monthly Payment: $ Monthly Payment: $
Maturity Date: Maturity Date:
Collateral: Collateral:
Total of All Obligations: $
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Certification
I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT ALL INFORMATION PROVIDED TO THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO
DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT FOR CONSIDERATION IN REVIEW AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCES AND
MANAGEMENT STRUCTURE AND PRACTICES OF MY COMPANY ARE TRUE, ACCURATE AND
COMPLETE.
Applicant's Signature Date
(Type Applicant's Name and Title)
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SMALL BUSINESS LOAN PROGRAM
Personal History
:kground and Experience)
GENERAL INFORMATION
Name: Alias:
Age: Social Security Number:
Address:
Own: Rent:
Previous Address:
Own: Rent:
Position in Company: Years: Months:
PREVIOUS JOBS
Company Name: Title:
Company Product/Service:
Company Name: Title:
Company Product/Service:
Company Name: Title:
Company Product/Service:
PREVIOUS BUSINESS SUCCESSES
Company Name: Established:
Location:
Type of Business:
Years in Business: Current Status:
Company Name: Established:
Location:
Type of Business:
Years in Business: Current Status:
PREVIOUS BUSINESS FAILURES
Company Name: Established:
Location:
Type of Business:
Years in Business: Current Status:
EDUCATION
High School Grade Completed: College Major: Minor: Degree:
Other Training:
Personal Goals:
References:
I CERTIFY BY MY SIGNATURE THAT THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IS
TRUE, ACCURATE AND COMPLETE.
Signature Date
SNU.L 8USn=S8 LOAN PRt06itM
Personal Financial Statement
Name: Alias:
Age: Social Security Number:—/—/ Phone No: ( )
Address:
Own: Rent:
Previous Address:
Own: Rent:
Financial Statement Date (as of
ASSETS
Current
Cash on Hand: $
Cash in Bank (Checking) : $
Cash in Bank (Savings) : $
Cash in Escrows: $
Stocks and Bonds: $
Total Current Assets: $ -
Non-Current
Insured
Yes/No
Real Estate Property: $
House: — $
Furniture, Fixtures and
Personal Property: — — $
Vehicles: — — $
Cash Value Life Insurance: $
Other (List) : — — $
Total Non-Current Assets: $
TOTAL ASSETS:
LIABILITIES
Current (within one (1) year)
Notes Payable (List) :
Real Estate Mortgages: $
Accrued Taxes and Penalties: $
Total Current Liabilities: $
LIABILITIES Continued. . .
Non Current (after one (1) year)
Notes Payable (List) :
Real Estate Mortgages: $
Tax Penalties: $
Total Liabilities: $
Net Worth: $
Liabilities and New Worth $
I CERTIFY BY MY SIGNATURE THAT THE INFORMATION HEREIN IS TRUE, ACCURATE
AND COMPLETE.
Signature Date
SMALL BUSINESS LOAN PROGRAM
Company History
(Profile and Background)
1. Applicant's Name(s) :
2. Address:
3. Name of Company: Employer ID#:
4. Location (Current) :
Own: Rent:
5. Location (Previous) :
Own: Rent:
6. If Company has changed location in last three (3) years, state why:
7. Contact Person: Phone No:_/
8. Mailing Address:
9. Total amount of loan funds being requested: $
10. Project description for which loan is requested:
11. Type of company structure: Corporation: Partnership:
Subchapter S Corporation: Sole Proprietorship:
12. Total Assets: $ Total Liabilities: $
Net Worth: $ Current Debt Service $
13. Brief description of product/service:
14. Years in business: Date Company established:
15. Company under current management since:
16. Was the Company under previous ownership? Yes: No:
17. If yes, list name of previous owner:
Address of previous owner:
18. Years of ownership by previous owner:
19. Has Company ever conducted business under another name? Yes No
20. If yes, list name:
21. List affiliated companies (if any) :
Address:
22. Has Company ever changed its product line? Yes NO
Service?: Yes No
23. If yes, reason for change in product/service:
24. Has Company experienced steady growth in last three (3) years? Yes
No
25. Which was the worst (in terms of growth) year in business?
lst 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th
26. Has the Company ever had to liquidate assets to settle indebtedness?
Yes No
27. If yes, which year of business did liquidation occur?
1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th
28. State circumstances surrounding liquidation:
29. Has Company ever had to remain closed to the public (for business) for
more than two (2) weeks for reasons other than holidays in the last three
(3) years? Yes 1
30. If yes, state reason:
31. State Company's goals:
32, List three (3) business references (bank management personnel, business
consultants, business owners/managers, other business professionals) :
Name: Name:
Address: Address:
Phone No. ( ) Phone No. ( )
Name:
Address:
Phone No. { )
I CERTIFY BY MY SIGNATURE THAT THE INFORMATION CONTAINED BERLIN IS TRUE,
ACCURATE AND COMPLETE.
Signature Date
Typed Name and Title of Signatory
Sample gachibit
RESOLUTION OF BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF
(Company Name)
I. RESOLVED, that the officers of this corporation named below in Section
hereof, or any one of them, be and they are hereby authorized and
empowered in the name of and on behalf of this corporation and under its
seal, are hereby authorized and empowered to do any acts, included but not
limited to the mortgage, pledge of hypothecation of any and all assets of
this corporation to secure a loan from the City of San Bernardino
Development Department Small Business Loan Program in an amount not to
exceed $
II. FURTHER RESOLVED. that the officers referred to in the foregoing
resolutions are as follows:
(Typewritten Name) (Title) (Signature)
(Typewritten Name) (Title) (Signature)
(Typewritten Name) (Title) (Signature)
III. FURTHER RESOLVED, that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of
resolution regularly presented to and adopted by the Board of
Directors of at a meeting
duly called and held at '
at which a quorum was present and voted, and that such resolution is duly
recorded in the minute book of this corporation; that the officers named
in said resolution have been duly elected or appointed to, and are the
present incumbents of the respective offices set after their respective
names and their true and genuine signatures.
Secretary
SEAL
Note: Please have legal counsel prepare and execute a resolution of the Board
of Directors.
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