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Citizens Bancshares Corporation
US ˙ OTCPK ˙ US1731681052

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CIK 813640
SEC Filings
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January 23, 2017 SC 13G/A

CZBS / Citizens Bancshares Corp. / Context BH Capital Management, LP - SC 13G/A Passive Investment

SC 13G/A 1 v457353sc13ga.htm SC 13G/A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1)* Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $1.00 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 173168105 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2016 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement)

January 5, 2017 15-12G

Citizens Bancshares 2G

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 15 CERTIFICATION AND NOTICE OF TERMINATION OF REGISTRATION UNDER SECTION 12(G) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 OR SUSPENSION OF DUTY TO FILE REPORTS UNDER SECTIONS 13 AND 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934. Commission File Number: 0-14535 CITIZENS BANCSHARES CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specif

January 4, 2017 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

8-K 1 e17006czbs-8k.htm UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) December 30, 2016 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdicti

January 4, 2017 EX-99.1

January 4, 2017

EX-99.1 2 e17006ex99-1.htm FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Exhibit 99.1 January 4, 2017 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Repurchase TARP Series C Preferred Shares ATLANTA, January 4, 2017 /PRNewswire—FirstCall/ — Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTCPink: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (CTB), announced today it has repurchased, at a discount, its TARP Community Development Ca

November 14, 2016 10-Q

Citizens Bancshares (Quarterly Report)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2016 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No: 0 - 14535 CITIZ

October 17, 2016 S-8 POS

Citizens Bancshares POS

S-8 POS 1 e00533czbs-s8pos.htm As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on October 17, 2016 Registration No. 333-86599 SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 POST-EFFECTIVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FORM S-8 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 CITIZENS BANCSHARES CORPORATION (Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 58-22322785 (Stat

October 17, 2016 POS AM

Citizens Bancshares AM

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on October 17, 2016 Registration No.

August 15, 2016 10-Q

Citizens Bancshares (Quarterly Report)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2016 OR ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No: 0 - 14535 CITIZENS B

May 26, 2016 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) May 25, 2016 (May 23, 2016) Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) 333-38509 58-1

May 16, 2016 10-Q

Citizens Bancshares (Quarterly Report)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 ? Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2016 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No: 0 - 14535 CITIZENS

May 9, 2016 EX-99.1

Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces 2016 Dividend Payment

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Exhibit 99.1 May 9, 2016 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces 2016 Dividend Payment ATLANTA, May 9, 2016 /PRNewswire?FirstCall/ ? Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OOTC: CZBS) (the ?Company?), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (CTB), announced today its annual dividend on common stock of $0.08 per share, payable on May 19, 2016 to shareholders of record as of the

May 9, 2016 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) May 9, 2016 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commissi

April 6, 2016 DEF 14A

Citizens Bancshares 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) ? Filed by the Registrant o Filed by a Party other than the Registrant Check the appropriate box: o Preliminary Proxy Statement o CONFIDENTIAL, FOR USE OF THE COMMISSION ONLY (AS PERMITTED BY RULE 14a-6(e)(2)) ? Defin

March 30, 2016 EX-10.26

Citizens Bancshares Corporation Annual PEO and PFO Certification For Fiscal Years Other than the First Year

EXHIBIT 10.26 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Annual PEO and PFO Certification For Fiscal Years Other than the First Year I, Cynthia N. Day, President/Chief Executive Officer and I, Samuel J. Cox, Executive Vice President/Chief Financial Officer, certify, based on my knowledge, that: (i) The entity serving as the compensation committee (the “Committee”) of Citizens Bancshares Corporation (the “Com

March 30, 2016 10-K

Citizens Bancshares (Annual Report)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K x Annual report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2015 or o Transition report under Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 0-14535 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (E

March 3, 2016 SC 13G

CZBS / Citizens Bancshares Corp. / Context BH Capital Management, LP - SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934* Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $1.

November 17, 2015 EX-99.1

November 16, 2015

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Exhibit 99.1 November 16, 2015 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces Third Quarter 2015 Results ATLANTA, November 16, 2015/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC: CZBS) (the ?Company?), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (?CTB?), today announced third quarter 2015 net income before preferred dividends of $420,000 compared to a net income befor

November 17, 2015 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) November 16, 2015 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Co

November 16, 2015 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2015 OR o TRANSITIO

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2015 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No: 0 - 14535 CITIZ

August 14, 2015 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 14, 2015 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Comm

August 14, 2015 EX-99.1

August 14, 2015

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Exhibit 99.1 August 14, 2015 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces Second Quarter 2015 Results ATLANTA, August 14, 2015/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC: CZBS) (the "Company"), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank ("CTB"), today announced second quarter 2015 net income before preferred dividends of $348,000 compared to a net income before

August 14, 2015 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2015 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No: 0 - 14535 CITIZENS B

May 22, 2015 8-K

Citizens Bancshares (Current Report/Significant Event)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) May 22, 2015 (May 18, 2015) Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) 333-38509 58-1

May 15, 2015 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) May 15, 2015 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commiss

May 15, 2015 EX-99.1

Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces First Quarter 2015 Results

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Exhibit 99.1 May 15, 2015 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces First Quarter 2015 Results ATLANTA, May 15, 2015/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC: CZBS) (the ?Company?), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (?CTB?), today announced first quarter 2015 net income before preferred dividends of $428,000 compared to net income before preferred

May 15, 2015 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2015 OR o TRANSITION RE

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2015 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No: 0 - 14535 CITIZENS

April 17, 2015 DEF 14A

Citizens Bancshares 14A

SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

April 14, 2015 EX-99.1

April 14, 2015

EX-99.1 2 e00197ex99-1.htm FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Exhibit 99.1 April 14, 2015 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces 2015 Dividend Payment ATLANTA, April 14, 2015 /PRNewswire—FirstCall/ — Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTCQB: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (CTB), announced today its annual dividend on common stock of $0.08 per share, payable on April 30, 2015

April 14, 2015 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) April 14, 2015 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commi

March 31, 2015 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K x Annual report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2014 o Transition report under Section 13

10-K 1 e00128czbs-10k.htm UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K x Annual report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2014 or o Transition report under Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 0-14535 Citizens

March 31, 2015 EX-3.4

AMENDMENT TO BYLAWS

EX-3.4 2 e00128ex3-4.htm EXHIBIT 3.4 AMENDMENT TO BYLAWS The first sentence of Article III, Section 2 of the Bylaws of the Company is amended to read as follows: “ARTICLE III BOARD OF DIRECTORS “Section 2.Number, Election and Term. The board of directors shall consist of not less than five (5) nor more than ten (10) members and shall be divided into three classes as nearly equal in number as possi

March 31, 2015 EX-10.26

Citizens Bancshares Corporation Annual PEO and PFO Certification For Fiscal Years Other than the First Year

EX-10.26 3 e00128ex10-26.htm EXHIBIT 10.26 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Annual PEO and PFO Certification For Fiscal Years Other than the First Year I, Cynthia N. Day, President/Chief Executive Officer and I, Samuel J. Cox, Executive Vice President/Chief Financial Officer, certify, based on my knowledge, that: (i) The entity serving as the compensation committee (the “Committee”) of Citizens Ban

February 5, 2015 SC 13D

CZBS / Citizens Bancshares Corp. / Russell Herman Jerome Sr - SC 13D Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D (Rule 13d-101) INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN STATEMENTS FILED PURSUANT TO RULE 13D-1(a) AND AMENDMENTS THERETO FILED PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-2(a) Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 173168105 (CUSIP Number) Rogers & Har

November 14, 2014 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2014 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No: 0 - 14535 CITIZ

October 6, 2014 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) September 30, 2014 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (C

August 15, 2014 EX-99.1

August 15, 2014

EX-99.1 2 e00277ex99-1.htm FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Exhibit 99.1 August 15, 2014 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces Second Quarter 2014 Results ATLANTA, August 15, 2014/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (“CTB”), today announced second quarter 2014 net income before preferred dividends of

August 15, 2014 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 15, 2014 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Comm

August 14, 2014 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2014 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No: 0 - 14535 CITIZENS B

May 23, 2014 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) May 19, 2014 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) 333-38509 58-1631302 (Commiss

May 15, 2014 SC 13D

CZBS / Citizens Bancshares Corp. / Russell Herman Jerome Sr - SCHEDULE 13D Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D (Rule 13d-101) INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN STATEMENTS FILED PURSUANT TO RULE 13D-1(a) AND AMENDMENTS THERETO FILED PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-2(a) Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 173168105 (CUSIP Number) Rogers & Har

May 15, 2014 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2014 OR o TRANSITION RE

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2014 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No: 0 - 14535 CITIZENS

May 5, 2014 EX-99.1

May 5, 2014

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Exhibit 99.1 May 5, 2014 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces 2014 Dividend Payment ATLANTA, May 5, 2014 /PRNewswire—FirstCall/ — Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (CTB), announced today its annual dividend on common stock of $0.08 per share, payable on May 14, 2014 to shareholders of rec

May 5, 2014 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) May 5, 2014 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer o

April 17, 2014 DEF 14A

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SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

March 31, 2014 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K

10-K 1 e00103czbs-10k.htm UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K x Annual report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2013 or ¨ Transition report under Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 0-14535 Citizens

March 31, 2014 EX-10.26

Citizens Bancshares Corporation Annual PEO and PFO Certification For Fiscal Years Other than the First Year

EX-10.26 2 ex10-26.htm EXHIBIT 10.26 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Annual PEO and PFO Certification For Fiscal Years Other than the First Year I, Cynthia N. Day, President/Chief Executive Officer and I, Samuel J. Cox, Executive Vice President/Chief Financial Officer, certify, based on my knowledge, that: (i) The entity serving as the compensation committee (the “Committee”) of Citizens Bancshare

December 31, 2013 EX-10.1

CITIZENS TRUST BANK CHANGE IN CONTROL AGREEMENT

EX-10.1 2 e00115ex10-1.htm Exhibit 10.1 CITIZENS TRUST BANK CHANGE IN CONTROL AGREEMENT THIS CHANGE IN CONTROL AGREEMENT (the “Agreement”) is made as of this day of , 2013 by and between FRED DANIELS (the “Executive”) and CITIZENS TRUST BANK, a bank organized under the laws of the State of Georgia (the “Bank”). RECITALS: WHEREAS, the Executive is currently employed by the Bank as its Chief Credit

December 31, 2013 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits -

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) December 31, 2013 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Empl

November 14, 2013 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition -

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) November 14, 2013 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Empl

November 14, 2013 EX-99.1

November 14, 2013

EX-99.1 2 e00110ex99-1.htm FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Exhibit 99.1 November 14, 2013 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces Third Quarter 2013 Results ATLANTA, November 14, 2013/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (“CTB”), today announced third quarter 2013 net income before preferred dividends

November 14, 2013 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2013 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No: 0 - 14535 CITIZ

August 14, 2013 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2013 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No: 0 - 14535 CITIZENS B

August 13, 2013 EX-99.1

2nd

Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 13, 2013 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces Second Quarter 2013 Results ATLANTA, August 13, 2013/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (“CTB”), today announced second quarter 2013 net income before preferred dividends of $271,000 compared to a net

August 13, 2013 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition - 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 13, 2013 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employ

August 12, 2013 EX-10.1

EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT

EX-10.1 2 a13-184481ex10d1.htm EX-10.1 Exhibit 10.1 EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT is made as of the 12th day of August, 2013 (the “Effective Date”), by and among Citizens Bancshares Corporation, a bank holding company organized under the laws of the State of Georgia (the “Company”), Citizens Trust Bank, a Georgia bank (the “Bank” and collectively with the Company, the “Employer”), and Cynthi

August 12, 2013 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits - 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 12, 2013 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employ

May 24, 2013 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders - 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) May 24, 2013 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) 333-38509 58-1631302 (Commiss

May 15, 2013 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2013 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No: 0 - 14535 CITIZENS

May 15, 2013 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition - 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) May 15, 2013 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer

May 15, 2013 EX-99.1

1st

Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 15, 2013 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces First Quarter 2013 Results ATLANTA, May 15, 2013/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (“CTB”), today announced first quarter 2013 net income before preferred dividends of $272,000 compared to net income be

May 9, 2013 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events - 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) May 9, 2013 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer o

May 9, 2013 EX-99.1

May 9, 2013

EX-99.1 2 a13-119901ex99d1.htm EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 9, 2013 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces 2013 Dividend Payment ATLANTA, May 9, 2013 /PRNewswire—FirstCall/ — Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (CTB), announced today it has received approval to pay its annual dividend on common s

April 23, 2013 DEF 14A

- DEF 14A

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April 1, 2013 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition - 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) April 1, 2013 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer

April 1, 2013 EX-99.1

4th

EX-99.1 2 a13-92121ex99d1.htm EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 1, 2013 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces 2012 Fourth Quarter Results ATLANTA, April 1, 2013/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (“CTB”), today announced fourth quarter net income before preferred dividends

April 1, 2013 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K

10-K 1 a2214128z10-k.htm 10-K Use these links to rapidly review the document TABLE OF CONTENTS UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ý Annual report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2012 or o Transition report under Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For

April 1, 2013 EX-10.26

Citizens Bancshares Corporation Annual PEO and PFO Certification For Fiscal Years Other than the First Year

EX-10.26 2 a2214128zex-1026.htm EX-10.26 QuickLinks - Click here to rapidly navigate through this document EXHIBIT 10.26 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Annual PEO and PFO Certification For Fiscal Years Other than the First Year I, Cynthia N. Day, President/Chief Executive Officer and I, Samuel J. Cox, Executive Vice President/Chief Financial Officer, certify, based on my knowledge, that: (i) The

January 8, 2013 SC 13G/A

CZBS / Citizens Bancshares Corp. / HOT CREEK CAPITAL LLC - SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G (Amendment No. ) Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 CITIZENS BANCSHARES CORP. (Name of Issuer) COMMON STOCK (Title of Class of Securities) 173 168 105 (CUSIP Number) DECEMBER 31, 2012 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is

November 14, 2012 EX-99.1

3rd

EX-99.1 2 a12-270461ex99d1.htm EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 14, 2012 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces 2012 Third Quarter Results ATLANTA, November 14, 2012/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (“CTB”), today announced third quarter net income before preferred div

November 14, 2012 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition - 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) November 14, 2012 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Empl

November 14, 2012 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2012 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No: 0 - 14535 CITIZ

August 14, 2012 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition - 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 14, 2012 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employ

August 14, 2012 EX-99.1

2nd

EX-99.1 2 a12-183581ex99d1.htm EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 14, 2012 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces 2012 Second Quarter Results ATLANTA, August 14, 2012/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (“CTB”), today announced a second quarter net loss before preferred divid

August 14, 2012 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2012 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No: 0 - 14535 CITIZENS B

May 29, 2012 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders - 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) May 29, 2012 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) 333-38509 58-1631302 (Commiss

May 15, 2012 EX-99.1

1st

EX-99.1 2 a12-122051ex99d1.htm EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 15, 2012 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces 2012 First Quarter Results ATLANTA, May 15, 2012/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (“CTB”), today announced first quarter net income before preferred dividends of

May 15, 2012 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2012 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No: 0 - 14535 CITIZENS

May 15, 2012 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition - 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) May 15, 2012 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer

May 3, 2012 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events - 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) May 3, 2012 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer o

May 3, 2012 EX-99.1

May 3, 2012

EX-99.1 2 a12-111901ex99d1.htm EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 3, 2012 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces 2012 Dividend Payment ATLANTA, May 3, 2012 /PRNewswire—FirstCall/ — Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (CTB), announced today it has received approval to pay its annual dividend on common s

April 25, 2012 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers - 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) April 25, 2012 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employe

April 18, 2012 DEF 14A

- DEF 14A

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March 30, 2012 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition - 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) March 30, 2012 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employe

March 30, 2012 EX-10.26

Citizens Bancshares Corporation Annual PEO and PFO Certification For Fiscal Years Other than the First Year

QuickLinks - Click here to rapidly navigate through this document EXHIBIT 10.26 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Annual PEO and PFO Certification For Fiscal Years Other than the First Year I, Cynthia N. Day, President/Chief Executive Officer and Samuel J. Cox, Executive Vice President/Chief Financial Officer, certify, based on my knowledge, that: (i) The entity serving as the compensation committee

March 30, 2012 EX-99.1

4th

EX-99.1 2 a12-84431ex99d1.htm EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 30, 2012 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces 2011 Fourth Quarter Results ATLANTA, March 30, 2012/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (“CTB”), today announced fourth quarter of 2011 net income before preferred

March 30, 2012 10-K

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K

10-K 1 a2208544z10-k.htm 10-K Use these links to rapidly review the document TABLE OF CONTENTS SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ý Annual report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2011 or o Transition report under Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the transition

February 28, 2012 EX-99.1

CITIZENS TRUST BANK SALUTES A GREAT LEADER: REMEMBERING JAMES E. YOUNG

Exhibit 99.1 CITIZENS TRUST BANK SALUTES A GREAT LEADER: REMEMBERING JAMES E. YOUNG February 27, 2012 — (ATLANTA, GA) Citizens Trust Bank, a subsidiary of Citizens Bancshares Corporation, announces the death of James E. Young. President and CEO since 1998, James E. Young died after a brief battle with cancer. A native of Cleveland, Tennessee, Mr. Young served as a member of the Board of Directors

February 28, 2012 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits - 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) February 28, 2012 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Empl

January 5, 2012 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers - 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) January 5, 2012 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employ

November 14, 2011 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) November 14, 2011 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Empl

November 14, 2011 10-Q/A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q/A (Amendment No. 1)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q/A (Amendment No. 1) (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2011 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No:

November 14, 2011 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2011 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No: 0 - 14535 CITIZ

November 14, 2011 EX-99.1

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 14, 2011

Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 14, 2011 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces 2011 Third Quarter Results ATLANTA, November 14, 2011/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (“CTB”), today announced third quarter net income before preferred dividends of $92,000 compared to a net inc

August 15, 2011 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2011 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No: 0 - 14535 CITIZENS B

August 12, 2011 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 12, 2011 Citizens Bancshare

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 12, 2011 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employ

August 12, 2011 EX-99.1

2nd

Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 12, 2011 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces 2011 Second Quarter Results ATLANTA, August 12, 2011/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (“CTB”), today announced second quarter net income before preferred dividends of $119,000 compared to a net loss

July 8, 2011 CORRESP

December 31,

July 8, 2011 Mr. Hugh West Accounting Branch Chief Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, DC 20549 Re: Citizens Bancshares Corporation Form 10-K for the Fiscal Year Ended December 31, 2010 Filed March 31, 2011 Forms 10-Q for the Quarters Ended March 31, 2011 Filed May 16, 2011 File No.: 001-14913 Dear Mr. West: We are responding to the comments received from your office via E-mail dated Ju

May 26, 2011 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) May 26, 2011 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) 333-38509 58-1631302 (Commiss

May 16, 2011 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) May 16, 2011 Citizens Bancshares C

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) May 16, 2011 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer

May 16, 2011 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2011 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No: 0 - 14535 CITIZENS

May 16, 2011 EX-99.1

1st

Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 16, 2011 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces 2011 First Quarter Results ATLANTA, May 16, 2011/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (“CTB”), today announced first quarter net income before preferred dividends of $217,000 compared to $625,000 for the s

April 25, 2011 EX-99.1

April 25, 2011

Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 25, 2011 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces 2011 Dividend Payment ATLANTA, April 25, 2011 /PRNewswire—FirstCall/ — Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (CTB), announced today it has declared an annual dividend on common stock of $0.08 per share, payable on May 5, 2011 to

April 25, 2011 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) April 25, 2011 Citizens Bancshares

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) April 25, 2011 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employe

April 22, 2011 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

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March 31, 2011 EX-10.28

Citizens Bancshares Corporation Annual PEO and PFO Certification For Fiscal Years Other than the First Year

Exhibit 10.28 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Annual PEO and PFO Certification For Fiscal Years Other than the First Year I, James E. Young, President/Chief Executive Office, Cynthia N. Day, Senior Executive Vice President / Chief Operating Officer, and Samuel J. Cox, Executive Vice President/Chief Financial Officer, certify, based on my knowledge, that (i) The entity serving as the compensation c

March 31, 2011 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K

Use these links to rapidly review the document TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

March 25, 2011 EX-99.1

4th Quarter 2010

Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 25, 2011 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces 2010 Fourth Quarter Results ATLANTA, March 25, 2011/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (“CTB”), today announced fourth quarter net income before preferred dividends of $523,000 compared to $386,000 for

March 25, 2011 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) March 25, 2011 Citizens Bancshares

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) March 25, 2011 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employe

November 15, 2010 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) November 15, 2010 Citizens Bancsha

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) November 15, 2010 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Empl

November 15, 2010 EX-99.1

3rd

Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 15, 2010 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces 2010 Third Quarter Results ATLANTA, November 15, 2010/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (“CTB”), today announced that improved asset quality and operating trends led to a significantly higher net i

November 15, 2010 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2010 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No: 0 - 14535 CITIZ

September 22, 2010 EX-3.1

ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT TO THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION CITIZENS BANCSHARES CORPORATION

Exhibit No. 3.1 ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT TO THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF CITIZENS BANCSHARES CORPORATION 1. The name of the corporation is Citizens Bancshares Corporation (the “Corporation”). 2. The main office of the Corporation is located at 75 Piedmont Avenue, N.E., Atlanta, Georgia 30303. 3. The Articles of Incorporation of the Corporation are hereby amended by adding, as Article 17, the Cert

September 22, 2010 EX-10.1

UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY 1500 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE, NW WASHINGTON, D.C. 20220

Exhibit No. 10.1 UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY 1500 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE, NW WASHINGTON, D.C. 20220 Dear Ladies and Gentlemen: The company set forth on the signature page hereto (the “Company”) intends to issue in a private placement the number of shares of a series of its preferred stock set forth on Schedule A hereto (the “Preferred Shares”) and the United States Department of the Trea

September 22, 2010 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Material Modification to Rights of Security Holders, Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) September 16, 2010 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Emp

September 22, 2010 EX-10.2

FORM OF WAIVER

Exhibit No. 10.2 FORM OF WAIVER In consideration for the benefits I will receive as a result of the participation of [NAME OF COMPANY] (together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, the “Company”) in the United States Department of the Treasury’s (“Treasury”) Community Development Capital Initiative and/or any other economic stabilization program implemented by Treasury under the Emergency Econom

September 22, 2010 EX-4.1

Form of Certificate for Series C Preferred Stock NUMBER SHARES * 01 * * 4,379 * CITIZENS BANCSHARES CORPORATION INCORPORATED UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA

Exhibit No. 4.1 Form of Certificate for Series C Preferred Stock NUMBER SHARES * 01 * * 4,379 * CITIZENS BANCSHARES CORPORATION INCORPORATED UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA Transfer of this stock is restricted in accordance with conditions printed on the reverse of this certificate. THIS CERTIFIES THAT UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY is the owner of ** FOUR THOUSAND THREE HUNDRED A

September 17, 2010 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) September 17, 2010 (August 25, 2010) Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (C

August 18, 2010 EX-10.2

FORM OF WAIVER

Exhibit No. 10.2 FORM OF WAIVER In consideration for the benefits I will receive as a result of the participation of [ ] (together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, the “Company”) in the United States Department of the Treasury’s (the “Treasury”) Capital Purchase Program, Community Development Capital Initiative and/or any other economic stabilization program implemented by the Treasury under

August 18, 2010 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 12, 2010 Citizens Bancshare

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 12, 2010 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employ

August 18, 2010 EX-3.1

ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT TO THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION CITIZENS BANCSHARES CORPORATION

Exhibit No. 3.1 ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT TO THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF CITIZENS BANCSHARES CORPORATION 1. The name of the corporation is Citizens Bancshares Corporation (the “Corporation”). 2. The main office of the Corporation is located at 75 Piedmont Avenue, N.E., Atlanta, Georgia 30303. 3. The Articles of Incorporation of the Corporation are hereby amended by adding, as Article 17, the Cert

August 18, 2010 EX-4.1

NUMBER * 01 *

EX-4.1 3 a10-160351ex4d1.htm EX-4.1 Exhibit No. 4.1 NUMBER * 01 * SHARES * 7,462 * CITIZENS BANCSHARES CORPORATION INCORPORATED UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA Transfer of this stock is restricted in accordance with conditions printed on the reverse of this certificate. THIS CERTIFIES THAT UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY is the owner of ** SEVEN THOUSAND FOUR HUNDRED AND SIXTY-TWO

August 18, 2010 EX-10.1

UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY 1500 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE, NW WASHINGTON, D.C. 20220

EX-10.1 4 a10-160351ex10d1.htm EX-10.1 Exhibit No. 10.1 UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY 1500 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE, NW WASHINGTON, D.C. 20220 Dear Ladies and Gentlemen: The company set forth on the signature page hereto (the “Company”) intends to issue the number of shares of a series of its preferred stock set forth on Schedule A hereto (the “CDCI Preferred Shares”) to the United States De

August 16, 2010 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2010 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No: 0 - 14535 CITIZENS B

August 12, 2010 EX-99.1

2nd Quarter 2010

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 11, 2010 Exhibit 99.1 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces 2010 Second Quarter Earnings ATLANTA, August 12, 2010/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (“CTB”), today announced a net loss available to common shareholders of $1.2 million, or $0.57 per common share,

August 12, 2010 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 12, 2010 Citizens Bancshare

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 12, 2010 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employ

May 28, 2010 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) May 26, 2010 Citizens Bancshares C

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) May 26, 2010 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) 333-38509 58-1631302 (Commiss

May 17, 2010 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2010 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No: 0 - 14535 CITIZENS

May 5, 2010 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) May 5, 2010 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer o

May 5, 2010 EX-99.1

1st

Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 5, 2010 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces 2010 First Quarter Earnings ATLANTA, May 5, 2010/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (“CTB”), today announced its 2010 first quarter income available to common shareholders of $532,000, or $0.25 per common

May 3, 2010 EX-99.1

May 3, 2010

Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 3, 2010 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces 2010 Dividend Payment ATLANTA, May 3, 2010 /PRNewswire—FirstCall/ — Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (CTB), announced today it has declared an annual dividend on common stock of $0.08 per share, payable on May 7, 2010 to share

May 3, 2010 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) May 3, 2010 Citizens Bancshares Co

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) May 3, 2010 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commissi

April 26, 2010 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1)

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March 31, 2010 EX-10.28

Citizens Bancshares Corporation Fiscal Year PEO and PFO Certification

Exhibit 10.28 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Fiscal Year PEO and PFO Certification I, James E. Young, President/Chief Executive Officer, Cynthia N. Day, Senior Executive Vice President/Chief Operating Officer, and Samuel J. Cox, Executive Vice President/Chief Financial Officer, certify, based on my knowledge, that: (i) The entity serving as the compensation committee (the “Committee”) of Citizens

March 31, 2010 10-K

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K

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March 29, 2010 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) March 29, 2010 Citizens Bancshares

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) March 29, 2010 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employe

March 29, 2010 EX-99.1

4th

Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 29, 2010 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces Fourth Quarter Earnings and For the Year Ended December 31, 2009 ATLANTA, March 29, 2010/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (“CTB”), today announced its year-to-date earnings available to common shareh

November 16, 2009 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2009 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No: 0 - 14535 CITIZ

November 16, 2009 EX-99.1

3rd

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Exhibit 99.1 November 16, 2009 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces 2009 Third Quarter Earnings ATLANTA, November 16, 2009/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (“CTB”), reported net income available to common shareholders for the third quarter of 2009 of $327,000, com

November 16, 2009 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) November 16, 2009 Citizens Bancsha

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) November 16, 2009 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Empl

August 14, 2009 EX-99.1

2nd

Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 14, 2009 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces 2009 Second Quarter Earnings ATLANTA, August 14, 2009/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (“CTB”), reported a net loss available to common shareholders for the second quarter of 2009 of $159,000, compa

August 14, 2009 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 14, 2009 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employ

August 14, 2009 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2009 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No: 0 - 14535 CITIZENS B

May 15, 2009 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2009 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No: 0 - 14535 CITIZENS BA

May 15, 2009 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) May 15, 2009 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer

May 15, 2009 EX-99.1

1st

Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 15, 2009 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces 2009 First Quarter Earnings ATLANTA, May 15, 2009/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (“CTB”), today announced its 2009 first quarter earnings of $0.12 per diluted common share compared to $0.34 per dilut

April 27, 2009 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1) Filed by the Registrant ý Filed by a Party other than the Registra

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April 23, 2009 PRER14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1) Filed by the Registrant ý Filed by a Party other than the Registra

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April 17, 2009 PRE 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ý Filed by a Party other than the Registran

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March 31, 2009 EX-99.1

4th

Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 31, 2009 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces Fourth Quarter Earnings and For the Year Ended December 31, 2008 ATLANTA, March 31, 2009/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (“CTB”), today announced its year-to-date earnings of $1,023,000, or $0.49 pe

March 31, 2009 EX-10.18

FIRST AMENDMENT TO EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT

Exhibit 10.18 FIRST AMENDMENT TO EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This First Amendment to the Employment Agreement by and among Citizens Bancshares Corporation, a bank holding company organized under the laws of the State of Georgia (“CBC”); Citizens Trust Bank, the wholly-owned bank subsidiary of CBC (collectively, the “Employer”); and James E. Young, (the “Executive”) is entered into on this day of December

March 31, 2009 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) March 31, 2009 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employe

March 31, 2009 EX-10.21

“20. Survival of Obligations. To the extent the Severance Benefit becomes payable pursuant to Section 3 prior to the expiration of the Term (as described in Section 2), the duties and obligations of the parties contained in Sections 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 10

Exhibit 10.21 FIRST AMENDMENT TO CHANGE IN CONTROL AGREEMENT This First Amendment to the Change in Control Agreement by and between Citizens Bancshares Corporation, a bank holding company organized under the laws of the State of Georgia (the “Company”), and Samuel J. Cox (the “Executive”) is entered into on this day of December, 2008 (the “Effective Date”). W I T N E S S E T H WHEREAS, the parties

March 31, 2009 EX-10.20

“20. Survival of Obligations. To the extent the Severance Benefit becomes payable pursuant to Section 3 prior to the expiration of the Term (as described in Section 2), the duties and obligations of the parties contained in Sections 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 10

Exhibit 10.20 FIRST AMENDMENT TO CHANGE IN CONTROL AGREEMENT This First Amendment to the Change in Control Agreement by and between Citizens Bancshares Corporation, a bank holding company organized under the laws of the State of Georgia (the “Company”), and Cynthia N. Day (the “Executive”) is entered into on this day of December, 2008 (the “Effective Date”). W I T N E S S E T H WHEREAS, the partie

March 31, 2009 EX-10.19

“21. Survival of Obligations. To the extent the Severance Benefit becomes payable pursuant to Section 3 prior to the expiration of the Term (as described in Section 2), the duties and obligations of the parties contained in Sections 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8,

EX-10.19 3 a2191959zex-1019.htm EXHIBIT 10.19 Exhibit 10.19 FIRST AMENDMENT TO CHANGE IN CONTROL AGREEMENT This First Amendment to the Change in Control Agreement by and between Citizens Bancshares Corporation, a bank holding company organized under the laws of the State of Georgia (the “Company”), and James E. Young (the “Executive”) is entered into on this day of December, 2008 (the “Effective D

March 31, 2009 EX-10.22

“20. Survival of Obligations. To the extent the Severance Benefit becomes payable pursuant to Section 3 prior to the expiration of the Term (as described in Section 2), the duties and obligations of the parties contained in Sections 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 10

Exhibit 10.22 FIRST AMENDMENT TO CHANGE IN CONTROL AGREEMENT This First Amendment to the Change in Control Agreement by and between Citizens Bancshares Corporation, a bank holding company organized under the laws of the State of Georgia (the “Company”), and Robert E. Nesbitt (the “Executive”) is entered into on this day of December, 2008 (the “Effective Date”). W I T N E S S E T H WHEREAS, the par

March 31, 2009 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) March 31, 2009 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employe

March 31, 2009 EX-99.1

March 31, 2009

Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 31, 2009 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces 2009 Dividend Payment ATLANTA, March 31, 2009 /PRNewswire—FirstCall/ — Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (CTB), announced today it has declared an annual dividend on common stock of $0.19 per share, payable on April 30, 2009

March 31, 2009 10-K

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ý Annual report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2008 or o Transition report under Section 13 or 15(d) of

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March 6, 2009 EX-3.1

ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT THE AMENDED AND RESTATED ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION CITIZENS BANCSHARES CORPORATION

Exhibit No. 3.1 ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT TO THE AMENDED AND RESTATED ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF CITIZENS BANCSHARES CORPORATION 1. The name of the corporation is Citizens Bancshares Corporation (the “Corporation”). 2. The main office of the Corporation is located at 75 Piedmont Avenue, N.E., Atlanta, Georgia 30303. 3. The following new Article 4B is inserted in the Articles of Incorporation of the

March 6, 2009 EX-10.1

UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY 1500 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE, NW WASHINGTON, D.C. 20220

Exhibit No. 10.1 UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY 1500 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE, NW WASHINGTON, D.C. 20220 Dear Ladies and Gentlemen: The company set forth on the signature page hereto (the “Company”) intends to issue in a private placement the number of shares of a series of its preferred stock set forth on Schedule A hereto (the “Preferred Shares”) and a warrant to purchase the number of shar

March 6, 2009 EX-10.2

UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY 1500 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, D.C. 20220

Exhibit No. 10.2 UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY 1500 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, D.C. 20220 March 6, 2009 Ladies and Gentlemen: Reference is made to that certain Letter Agreement incorporating the Securities Purchase Agreement — Standard Terms dated of as of the date of this letter agreement (the “Securities Purchase Agreement”) between United States Department of Treasury (“Inve

March 6, 2009 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Material Modification to Rights of Security Holders, Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) March 4, 2009 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer

March 6, 2009 EX-99.1

March 6, 2009

Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 6, 2009 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Receives $7.462 Million in TARP Funding Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CZBS) (the “Company”), parent company of Citizens Trust Bank, today announced that it has received a $7.462 million investment from the U.S. Department of the Treasury (“Treasury”) under the TARP Capital Purchase Program (the

March 6, 2009 EX-3.2

ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT TO THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION CITIZENS BANCSHARES CORPORATION

Exhibit No. 3.2 ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT TO THE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF CITIZENS BANCSHARES CORPORATION 1. The name of the corporation is Citizens Bancshares Corporation (the “Corporation”). 2. The main office of the Corporation is located at 75 Piedmont Avenue, N.E., Atlanta, Georgia 30303. 3. The Articles of Incorporation of the Corporation are hereby amended by adding, as Article 16, the Cert

March 6, 2009 EX-10.3

March 6, 2009

Exhibit No. 10.3 March 6, 2009 United States Department of the Treasury 1500 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, D.C. 20220 Citizens Bancshares Corporation 75 Piedmont Avenue, N.E. Atlanta, Georgia 30303 Ladies and Gentlemen: Reference is made to that certain Letter Agreement incorporating the Securities Purchase Agreement — Standard Terms dated of even date herewith (the “Securities Purchase Agre

March 6, 2009 EX-4.1

* 01 *

Exhibit No. 4.1 NUMBER SHARES * 01 * * 7,462* CITIZENS BANCSHARES CORPORATION INCORPORATED UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA Transfer of this stock is restricted in accordance with conditions printed on the reverse of this certificate. THIS CERTIFIES THAT UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY is the owner of SEVEN THOUSAND FOUR HUNDRED AND SIXTY TWO FULLY PAID AND NON-ASSESSABLE SHARES OF

March 6, 2009 EX-10.4

UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY 1500 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, D.C. 20220 March 6, 2009

Exhibit No. 10.4 UST Seq. No. 318 UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY 1500 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, D.C. 20220 March 6, 2009 Ladies and Gentlemen: Reference is made to that certain Letter Agreement incorporating the Securities Purchase Agreement — Standard Terms dated of as of the date of this letter agreement (the “Securities Purchase Agreement”) between United States Department o

March 6, 2009 EX-10.5

CITIZENS BANCSHARES CORPORATION Senior Executive Officer Waiver

Exhibit No. 10.5 CITIZENS BANCSHARES CORPORATION Senior Executive Officer Waiver In consideration for the benefits I will receive as a result of my employer’s participation in the United States Department of the Treasury’s TARP Capital Purchase Program, I hereby voluntarily waive any claim against the United States or any state or territory thereof or my employer or any of its directors, officers,

January 29, 2009 DEF 14A

FOR THE SPECIAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS

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January 29, 2009 DEFA14A

UNITED STATES

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant o Check the appropriate box: o Preliminary Proxy Statement o Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) o Defin

January 16, 2009 CORRESP

January 15, 2009

Beth Lanier Direct: 404-572-4571 Fax: 404-572-6999 [email protected] Bryan Cave LLP includes Bryan Cave Powell Goldstein One Atlantic Center Fourteenth Floor 1201 W. Peachtree St., NW Atlanta, GA 30309 Phone (404) 572-6600 Fax (404) 572-6999 www.bryancavepogo.com Bryan Cave Offices Charlotte Chicago Dallas Hamburg Hong Kong Irvine Jefferson City Kansas City London Los Angeles Milan New Yor

January 16, 2009 PRER14A

FOR THE SPECIAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS

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January 9, 2009 PRE 14A

FOR THE SPECIAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS

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January 6, 2009 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) January 6, 2009 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employ

December 16, 2008 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 10, 2008 Citizens Bancsh

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 10, 2008 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Emp

December 16, 2008 EX-99.1

CITIZENS TRUST BANK ANNOUNCES

EXHIBIT 99.1 CONTACT: CITIZENS TRUST BANK Cynthia Day SEVP and Chief Operating Officer 404-575-8300 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: CITIZENS TRUST BANK ANNOUNCES PURCHASE AGREEMENT FOR A FULL SERVICE BRANCH IN LITHONIA, GEORGIA ATLANTA, GA – December 11, 2008 – Citizens Trust Bank, the banking subsidiary of Citizens Bancshares Corporation, is pleased to announce the signing of a definitive agreement for it

December 16, 2008 EX-2.1

ARTICLE 1 SALE AND PURCHASE OF CERTAIN ASSETS AND ASSUMPTION AND TRANSFER OF CERTAIN LIABILITIES REAL ESTATE MATTERS REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES OF SELLER REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES OF BUYER COVENANTS OF SELLER COVENANTS OF BUYER CONDIT

EXHIBIT 2.1 PURCHASE AND ASSUMPTION AGREEMENT by and between CITIZENS TRUST BANK Atlanta, Georgia and THE PEOPLES BANK Lithonia, Georgia Dated as of December 10, 2008 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page ARTICLE 1 SALE AND PURCHASE OF CERTAIN ASSETS AND ASSUMPTION AND TRANSFER OF CERTAIN LIABILITIES 1 1.1 Sale of Assets 1 1.2 Assets to be Retained by the Seller 3 1.3 Assumption of Liabilities of the Seller 3 1.

November 14, 2008 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2008 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No: 0 - 14535 CITIZ

November 12, 2008 EX-99.1

3rd

Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 11, 2008 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces Third Quarter Earnings ATLANTA, November 11, 2008/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (“CTB”), today announced its third quarter earnings for the period ending September 30, 2008 of $0.29 per diluted

November 12, 2008 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) November 11, 2008 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Empl

August 14, 2008 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 14, 2008 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employ

August 14, 2008 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2008 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No: 0 - 14535 CITIZENS B

August 14, 2008 EX-99.1

2nd

Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 14, 2008 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces Second Quarter Earnings ATLANTA, August 14, 2008/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (“CTB”), today reported a loss of $.08 per diluted share in the second quarter of 2008 compared to earnings of $0.32

August 7, 2008 EX-10.6

BENEFICIARY DESIGNATION For KEVIN WILSON

EX-10.6 7 a08-211261ex10d6.htm SUPPLEMENTAL EXEC. RETIREMENT PLAN JOINDER AGREEMENT FOR KEVIN WILSON Exhibit 10.6 SUPPLEMENTAL EXECUTIVE RETIREMENT PLAN JOINDER AGREEMENT I, KEVIN WILSON, and CITIZENS TRUST BANK hereby agree that in exchange for good and valuable consideration, the value of which is hereby acknowledged, I shall participate in the Supplemental Executive Retirement Plan (“Plan”) est

August 7, 2008 EX-10.4

BENEFICIARY DESIGNATION For SAMUEL J. COX

Exhibit 10.4 SUPPLEMENTAL EXECUTIVE RETIREMENT PLAN JOINDER AGREEMENT I, SAMUEL J. COX, and CITIZENS TRUST BANK hereby agree that in exchange for termination of my Life Insurance Endorsement Method Split Dollar Plan Agreement (“Split Dollar Agreement”), and for other good and valuable consideration, the value of which is hereby acknowledged, that I shall participate in the Supplemental Executive R

August 7, 2008 EX-10.3

BENEFICIARY DESIGNATION For CYNTHIA N. DAY

Exhibit 10.3 SUPPLEMENTAL EXECUTIVE RETIREMENT PLAN JOINDER AGREEMENT I, CYNTHIA N. DAY, and CITIZENS TRUST BANK hereby agree that in exchange for termination of my Life Insurance Endorsement Method Split Dollar Plan Agreement (“Split Dollar Agreement”), and for other good and valuable consideration, the value of which is hereby acknowledged, that I shall participate in the Supplemental Executive

August 7, 2008 EX-10.1

SUPPLEMENTAL EXECUTIVE RETIREMENT PLAN ESTABLISHMENT OF RABBI TRUST SECTION III BENEFITS SECTION IV SECTION V PARTICIPANT’S RIGHT TO ASSETS: ALIENABILITY AND ASSIGNMENT PROHIBITION SECTION VI ACT PROVISIONS SECTION VII SECTION VIII SECTION IX EX

EX-10.1 2 a08-211261ex10d1.htm SUPPLEMENTAL EXECUTIVE RETIREMENT AGREEMENT Exhibit 10.1 SUPPLEMENTAL EXECUTIVE RETIREMENT PLAN CITIZENS TRUST BANK Effective July 1, 2008 SUPPLEMENTAL EXECUTIVE RETIREMENT PLAN This Supplemental Executive Retirement Plan (the “Plan”) is effective as of July 1, 2008. This Plan formalizes the agreements by and between CITIZENS TRUST BANK (the “Bank”), a bank organized

August 7, 2008 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 7, 2008 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 001-14913 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employe

August 7, 2008 EX-10.5

BENEFICIARY DESIGNATION For ROBERT NESBITT

Exhibit 10.5 SUPPLEMENTAL EXECUTIVE RETIREMENT PLAN JOINDER AGREEMENT I, ROBERT NESBITT, and CITIZENS TRUST BANK hereby agree that in exchange for good and valuable consideration, the value of which is hereby acknowledged, I shall participate in the Supplemental Executive Retirement Plan (“Plan”) established as of July 1, 2008, by CITIZENS TRUST BANK, as such Plan may now exist or hereafter be mod

August 7, 2008 EX-10.2

BENEFICIARY DESIGNATION For JAMES E. YOUNG

EX-10.2 3 a08-211261ex10d2.htm SUPPLEMENTAL EXEC. RETIREMENT PLAN JOINDER AGREEMENT FOR JAMES E. YOUNG Exhibit 10.2 SUPPLEMENTAL EXECUTIVE RETIREMENT PLAN JOINDER AGREEMENT I, JAMES E. YOUNG, and CITIZENS TRUST BANK hereby agree that in exchange for termination of my Life Insurance Endorsement Method Split Dollar Plan Agreement (“Split Dollar Agreement”), and for other good and valuable considerat

May 15, 2008 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2008 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No: 0 - 14535 CITIZENS

May 14, 2008 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) May 14, 2008 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer

May 14, 2008 EX-99.1

1st Quarter 2008

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 14, 2008 Exhibit 99.1 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces First Quarter Earnings ATLANTA, May 14, 2008/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (“CTB”), today announced its 2008 first quarter earnings of $0.34 per diluted share compared to $0.26 per diluted share for

April 30, 2008 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

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April 4, 2008 EX-99.1

April 4, 2008

Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 4, 2008 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces 2008 Dividend Payment ATLANTA, April 4, 2008 /PRNewswire—FirstCall/ — Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (CTB), announced today it has declared an annual dividend on common stock of $0.19 per share, payable on April 30, 2008 t

April 4, 2008 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) April 4, 2008 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer

March 31, 2008 EX-10.11

DIRECTOR SUPPLEMENTAL RETIREMENT PLAN

QuickLinks - Click here to rapidly navigate through this document EXHIBIT 10.11 DIRECTOR SUPPLEMENTAL RETIREMENT PLAN AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into this day of , 2005, by and between Citizens Trust Bank, a bank organized and existing under the laws of the State of Georgia (hereinafter referred to as the "Bank"), and , a member of the Board of Directors of the Bank (hereinafter

March 31, 2008 EX-10.12

EXECUTIVE SUPPLEMENTAL RETIREMENT PLAN

QuickLinks - Click here to rapidly navigate through this document EXHIBIT 10.12 EXECUTIVE SUPPLEMENTAL RETIREMENT PLAN AGREEMENT This Agreement, made and entered into this Day of , 2003, by and between Citizens Trust Bank, a Bank organized and existing under the laws of the State of Georgia, hereinafter referred. to as "the Bank", and , a Key Employee and the Executive of the Bank, hereinafter ref

March 31, 2008 10-K

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K

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March 28, 2008 EX-99.1

4th

Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 28, 2008 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces Fourth Quarter Earnings ATLANTA, March 28, 2008/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (“CTB”), today announced its 2007 fourth quarter earnings of $0.47 per diluted share compared to $0.42 per diluted sha

March 28, 2008 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) March 28, 2008 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employe

January 30, 2008 CORRESP

Assets Measured at Fair Value on a Recurring Basis:

November 26, 2007 Mr. Hugh West Accounting Branch Chief Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, N.E. Mail Stop 4561 Washington, D.C. 20549 Re: Citizens Bancshares Corporation Form 10-K for the Fiscal Year Ended December 31, 2006 Forms 10-Q for the Quarterly Period Ended March 31, 2007 Forms 10-Q for the Quarterly Period Ended June 30, 2007 Forms 10-Q for the Quarterly Period Ended Septemb

November 14, 2007 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 - Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 - Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2007 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No: 0 - 14535 CITIZ

November 7, 2007 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) November 7, 2007 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Emplo

November 7, 2007 EX-99.1

November 7, 2007

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Exhibit 99.1 November 7, 2007 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces Third Quarter Earnings ATLANTA, November 7, 2007/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (“CTB”), today announced its 2007 third quarter earnings of $0.32 per diluted share which is consistent with the sa

August 14, 2007 EX-99.1

August 13, 2007

Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 13, 2007 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces First Quarter Net Income ATLANTA, August 13, 2007/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ – Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (“CTB”), today announced its 2007 second quarter earnings for the period ending June 30, 2007. Net income for the s

August 14, 2007 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2007 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No: 0-14535 CITIZENS BANCS

August 14, 2007 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 13, 2007 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employ

May 15, 2007 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2007 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No: 0 - 14535 CITIZENS

May 15, 2007 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) May 15, 2007 Citizens Bancshares C

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) May 15, 2007 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commiss

May 15, 2007 EX-99.1

May 15, 2007

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Exhibit 99.1 May 15, 2007 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces First Quarter Net Income ATLANTA, May 15, 2007/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (“CTB”), today announced its 2007 first quarter earnings for the period ending March 31, 2007. Net income for the first q

May 4, 2007 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) May 4, 2007 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer o

April 24, 2007 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) April 23, 2007 Citizens Bancshares

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) April 23, 2007 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employe

April 24, 2007 EX-99.1

April 23, 2007

Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 23, 2007 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces 12 Percent Increase in Dividend Payment ATLANTA, April 23, 2006 /PRNewswire—FirstCall/ — Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (CTB), announced today it has declared an annual dividend on common stock of $0.19 per share, payable

April 24, 2007 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registran

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant o Check the appropriate box: o Preliminary Proxy Statement o Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) x Defin

April 2, 2007 10-K

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K x Annual report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2006 or o Transition report under Section 13 or 15(d) of

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K x Annual report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2006 or o Transition report under Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 0-14535 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of r

March 9, 2007 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) March 9, 2007 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer

March 9, 2007 EX-99.1

March 9, 2007

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Exhibit 99.1 March 9, 2007 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces Fourth Quarter Net Income ATLANTA, March 9, 2007/PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (“CTB”), today announced its 2006 fourth quarter earnings and a record year in earnings for the period ending December

December 12, 2006 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 12, 2006 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Emp

November 14, 2006 10-Q

On January 1, 2006, the Company adopted the fair value recognition provisions of Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) Statement of Financial Accounting Standards (“SFAS”) No. 123(R), Accounting for Stock-Based Compensation, to account for co

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2006 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No: 0 - 14535 CITIZ

November 13, 2006 EX-99.1

November 13, 2006

Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 13, 2006 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces Third Quarter Net Income ATLANTA, November 13, 2006 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (“CTB”), today announced 2006 third quarter net income of $663,000, consistent with the third quarter net inco

November 13, 2006 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) November 13, 2006 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Empl

August 14, 2006 10-Q

On January 1, 2006, the Company adopted the fair value recognition provisions of Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) Statement of Financial Accounting Standards (“SFAS”) No. 123(R), Accounting for Stock-Based Compensation, to account for co

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q (Mark One) x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2006 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No: 0 - 14535 CITIZENS B

August 8, 2006 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 8, 2006 Citizens Bancshares

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 8, 2006 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employe

August 8, 2006 EX-99.1

August 8, 2006

Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 8, 2006 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces 66 Percent Increase in Second Quarter Net Income ATLANTA, August 8, 2006 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (“CTB”), announced today that its 2006 second quarter net income increased by 66 percent to

May 15, 2006 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q (Mark One) ý QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2006 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No: 0 - 14535 CITIZENS

May 12, 2006 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) May 12, 2006 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer

May 12, 2006 EX-99.1

May 12, 2006

Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 12, 2006 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces 48 Percent Increase in First Quarter Net Earnings ATLANTA, May 12, 2006 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (“CTB”), announced today that its 2006 first quarter net income increased by 48 percent to $680

May 1, 2006 DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registran

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant o Check the appropriate box: o Preliminary Proxy Statement o Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) x Defin

April 18, 2006 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) April 18, 2006 (April 17, 2006) Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction of inco

April 18, 2006 EX-99.1

April 17, 2006

Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 17, 2006 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces Fourth Quarter Earnings for 2005 ATLANTA, April 17, 2006 /PRNewswire—FirstCall/ — Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (“CTB”), announced its 2005 fourth quarter earnings of $0.34 per diluted share, compared to $0.31 per dilute

April 18, 2006 EX-99.2

Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces 13 Percent Increase in Dividend Payment

Exhibit 99.2 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 17, 2006 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces 13 Percent Increase in Dividend Payment ATLANTA, April 17, 2006 - Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTCBB: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (CTB), announced today it has declared an annual dividend on common stock of $0.17 per share, payable on April 30, 2006 to shareholders o

March 31, 2006 EX-10.8

CITIZENS BANCSHARES CORPORATION

Exhibit 10.8 CITIZENS BANCSHARES CORPORATION CHANGE IN CONTROL AGREEMENT THIS CHANGE IN CONTROL AGREEMENT (the “Agreement”) is made as of this 1 day of December, 2005 by and between Cynthia N. Day (the “Executive”) and CITIZENS BANCSHARES CORPORATION, a corporation organized under the laws of the State of Georgia (the “Company”). RECITALS: WHEREAS, the Executive is currently employed by the Compan

March 31, 2006 EX-10.10

CITIZENS BANCSHARES CORPORATION

Exhibit 10.10 CITIZENS BANCSHARES CORPORATION CHANGE IN CONTROL AGREEMENT THIS CHANGE IN CONTROL AGREEMENT (the “Agreement”) is made as of this 1 day of December, 2005 by and between Robert E. Nesbitt (the “Executive”) and CITIZENS BANCSHARES CORPORATION, a corporation organized under the laws of the State of Georgia (the “Company”). RECITALS: WHEREAS, the Executive is currently employed by the Co

March 31, 2006 EX-10.7

CITIZENS BANCSHARES CORPORATION

EX-10.7 2 a06-78401ex10d7.htm MATERIAL CONTRACTS Exhibit 10.7 CITIZENS BANCSHARES CORPORATION CHANGE IN CONTROL AGREEMENT THIS CHANGE IN CONTROL AGREEMENT (the “Agreement”) is made as of this 1 day of December, 2005 by and between James E. Young (the “Executive”) and CITIZENS BANCSHARES CORPORATION, a corporation organized under the laws of the State of Georgia (the “Company”). RECITALS: WHEREAS,

March 31, 2006 EX-10.11

CITIZENS BANCSHARES CORPORATION

Exhibit 10.11 CITIZENS BANCSHARES CORPORATION CHANGE IN CONTROL AGREEMENT THIS CHANGE IN CONTROL AGREEMENT (the “Agreement”) is made as of this 1 day of December, 2005 by and between Roger Botwin (the “Executive”) and CITIZENS BANCSHARES CORPORATION, a corporation organized under the laws of the State of Georgia (the “Company”). RECITALS: WHEREAS, the Executive is currently employed by the Company

March 31, 2006 EX-10.9

CITIZENS BANCSHARES CORPORATION

Exhibit 10.9 CITIZENS BANCSHARES CORPORATION CHANGE IN CONTROL AGREEMENT THIS CHANGE IN CONTROL AGREEMENT (the “Agreement”) is made as of this 1 day of December, 2005 by and between Samuel J. Cox (the “Executive”) and CITIZENS BANCSHARES CORPORATION, a corporation organized under the laws of the State of Georgia (the “Company”). RECITALS: WHEREAS, the Executive is currently employed by the Company

March 31, 2006 10-K

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K x Annual report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2005 or o Transition report under Section 13 or 15(d) of

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K x Annual report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2005 or o Transition report under Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 0-14535 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of r

November 14, 2005 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q (Mark One) ý QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2005 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No: 0 - 14535 CITIZ

November 14, 2005 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) November 14, 2005 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Co

September 22, 2005 CORRESP

2004 Restated

September 22, 2005 Mr. Don Walker Senior Assistant Chief Accountant Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, DC 20549 Re: Citizens Bancshares Corporation Form 10-K for the Fiscal Year Ended December 31, 2004 Forms 10-Q for the Quarters Ended March 31, 2005 and June 30, 2005 File No.: 000-14535 Dear Mr. Walker: We are responding to the additional comments received from your office by letter d

August 30, 2005 CORRESP

Book Value

August 30, 2005 Mr. Don Walker Senior Assistant Chief Accountant Securities and Exchange Commission Washington, DC 20549 Re: Citizens Bancshares Corporation Form 10-K for the Fiscal Year Ended December 31, 2004 Forms 10-Q for the Quarters Ended March 31, 2005 and June 30, 2005 File No.: 000-14535 Dear Mr. Walker: We are responding to the comments received from your office by letter dated August 16

August 15, 2005 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 15, 2005 Citizens Bancshare

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 15, 2005 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Comm

August 15, 2005 EX-99.1

August 15, 2005

Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 15, 2005 For More Information, Contact: Samuel J. Cox Chief Financial Officer (404) 653-2815 Citizens Bancshares Corporation Announces Second Quarter Earnings for 2005 ATLANTA, August 15, 2005 /PRNewswire—FirstCall/ — Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: CZBS) (the “Company”), the parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (“CTB”), announced its

August 15, 2005 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 - - Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 - - Q (Mark One) ý QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2005 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No: 0 - 14535 CITIZENS

August 2, 2005 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) August 1, 2005 (July 27, 2005) Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction (Commiss

June 15, 2005 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) June 14, 2005 (June 7, 2005) Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction of incorpo

June 15, 2005 EX-99.1

ATLANTA, GA — June 13, 2005—Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTCBB: CZBS), parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (CTB) announced today that Willard “Chuck” Lewis, the Company’s Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer resigned to a

Exhibit 99.1 For Immediate Release: ATLANTA, GA — June 13, 2005—Citizens Bancshares Corporation (OTCBB: CZBS), parent company of Citizens Trust Bank (CTB) announced today that Willard “Chuck” Lewis, the Company’s Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer resigned to accept the position of President and CEO of a community bank being established in the Atlanta area. Mr. Lewis joine

May 16, 2005 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10 – Q (Mark One) ý QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2005 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File No: 0 - 14535 CITIZENS

May 6, 2005 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) May 6, 2005 Citizens Bancshares Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Georgia 333-38509 58-1631302 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commissi

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