Common use of Purpose and utilization Clause in Contracts

Purpose and utilization. 1. The purpose of this Agreement is to cooperatively establish and fund the Liaison position with the Services as a staff biologist. The Liaison/Staff Biologist will prioritize permit applications submitted by the Ports, and process consultations for said permit applications to promote focused document review and project coordination on applicable Port projects. It is expected that this will enhance the Ports’ ability to comply with the Endangered Species Act and other authorities or environmental regulations regarding listed species in a timely manner. 2. The Ports shall utilize the Liaison for their respective permit applications as described in sub-section C (2) below.