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permit concepts, capture of tax benefits, transferable development rights and density bonuses, and other measures. M GENERAL PRINCIPLES FOR SPECIES LISTED UNDER THE ACT A. The Department reaffirms its commitment to apply the ten principles presented by th e Clinton Administration to reform and implement the Act. These principles commit the Department to work closely with the State and all affected parties to: (1) base decisions on sound and objective science; (2) minimize social and economic impacts; (3) provide quick, responsive answers and certainty to landowners; (4) treat landowners fairly and with consideration; (5) create incentives for landowners to conserve species; (6) make effective use of limited public and private resources by focusing on groups of species dependent on the same habitat; (7) prevent species from becoming endangered or threatened; (8) promptly recover and de-list threatened and endangered species; (9) promote efficiency and consistency; and (10) provide state, tribal and local governments with opportunities to play a greater role in carrying out the Act. B. The State and the Department agree to work together and participate in the conservation of fish, wildlife, and plant species and their habitats. For those species currently listed under the Act the State and the Department agree to coordinate efforts to define clear and achievable recovery objectives to protect and recover these species and their habitats, and to seek down-listing and de- listing as soon as practicable after recovery objectives have been met:. C. The State and the Department agree to work with partners, including landowners, water right holders, the public, Native American tribal governments, other Federal and local agencies, conservation organizations, and other organized groups that can assist with species conservation and recovery. The State and the Department will emphasize voluntary actions with partners. 5 of 9