AASHTO-Roadmap-for-Developing-Programmatic-Agreements

TABLE OF CONTENTS

What is a Programmatic Agreement? PA Types . 4 Benefits of developing a programmatic agreement . 5 Programmatic agreements and legal authorities . 6

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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

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Implementation. 26

Other Useful Stuff Helpful Websites And Other Resources . 27 Example Materials . 27

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WSP | Parsons Brinckerhoff developed this Roadmap for the CENTER FOR ENVIRONMENTAL EXCELLENCE BY AASHTO .

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