§ 917. Technical assistance. The secretary shall encourage and assist
local governments in the preparation of waterfront revitalization
programs and in the administration and implementation of approved
programs. Such assistance shall be provided on request by the local
government and shall include, as may be deemed appropriate by the
secretary, the provision of maps, data, criteria, model implementation
provisions, and technical counsel and advice. In addition, the secretary
shall facilitate consultation and coordination among local, county,
regional, state and federal agencies and community based groups in
connection with the preparation and administration of approved
waterfront revitalization programs, and to facilitate the development of
projects called for by approved programs.