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What is a Programmatic Agreement?
PA Types . 4
Benefits of developing a programmatic agreement . 5
Programmatic agreements and legal authorities . 6
Is a Programmatic Agreement Needed? . 9
Principles of Developing a Programmatic Agreement
Be prepared to dedicate sufficient resources and time . 10
Keep an open mind . 11
Set a schedule . 11
Executive support is critical . 11
Do not reinvent the wheel . 12
Prioritize better environmental outcomes . 12
Foster trust and cooperation among the parties . 12
Steps In Developing A PA
Step 1. Identify the purpose and goals . 15
Step 2. Consider and evaluate the relationships among
the potential partners . 16
Step 3. Create the initial design . 17
Step 4. Consult and negotiate terms . 19
Step 5. Draft and execute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Supporting Materials for Programmatic Agreements
What do supporting materials include? . 23
Developing supporting materials. 23
Implementation. 26
Other Useful Stuff
Helpful Websites And Other Resources . 27
Example Materials . 27
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