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NOW, THEREFORE, [Agency abbreviation] and the ["SHPO" or "THPO"] agree

that the undertaking shall be implemented in accordance with the following stipulations in order

to take into account the effect of the undertaking on historic properties.

STIPULATIONS

[Agency abbreviation] shall ensure that the following measures are carried out:

[I.-III. (Or whatever number of stipulations is necessary) Insert negotiated measures to

avoid, minimize, or mitigate the adverse effects on historic properties.]

IV. DURATION

This MOA will expire if its terms are not carried out within five (5) years [or specify other

appropriate time period] from the date of its execution. Prior to such time, [Agency

abbreviation] may consult with the other signatories to reconsider the terms of the MOA and

amend it in accordance with Stipulation VIII below.

V. POST-REVIEW DISCOVERIES

If potential historic properties are discovered or unanticipated effects on historic properties

found, the [Agency abbreviation] shall implement the discovery plan included as attachment

[insert number of attachment] of this MOA. [Insert this stipulation if there is an indication

that historic properties are likely to be discovered during implementation of the

undertaking.]

VI. MONITORING AND REPORTING

Each [insert a specific time period] following the execution of this MOA until it expires or is

terminated, [Agency abbreviation] shall provide all parties to this MOA ["and the ACHP" if

desired] a summary report detailing work undertaken pursuant to its terms. Such report shall

include any scheduling changes proposed, any problems encountered, and any disputes and

objections received in [Agency abbreviation]'s efforts to carry out the terms of this MOA.

VII. DISPUTE RESOLUTION

Should any signatory * or concurring party to this MOA object at any time to any actions

proposed or the manner in which the terms of this MOA are implemented, [Agency

abbreviation] shall consult with such party to resolve the objection. If [Agency abbreviation]

determines that such objection cannot be resolved, [Agency abbreviation] will:

A. Forward all documentation relevant to the dispute, including the [Agency

abbreviation]’s proposed resolution, to the ACHP. The ACHP shall provide [Agency

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