To further the purposes of this subtitle, the Partnership shall:
(1) foster collaborative efforts, including public–private partnerships and memoranda of understanding, among government agencies, military installations, educational institutions, businesses, nonprofit organizations, individuals, and other entities in the region to:
(i) share resources, including existing manufacturing infrastructure;
(ii) cooperate in the development of new products and processes; and
(iii) bridge gaps between research, product development, and the commercial application of new technologies and manufacturing processes;
(2) facilitate the involvement of Harford Community College, Cecil College, Towson University, and other segments of the higher education community in developing and sustaining a skilled advanced manufacturing workforce through degree, certification, specialized training, and continuing education programs;
(3) assist the Cecil County and Harford County public school systems in preparing students for employment in the advanced manufacturing workforce;
(4) support manufacturing businesses in retaining and expanding production and jobs;
(5) obtain, coordinate, and disseminate marketing resources to promote and enhance advanced manufacturing opportunities and investment in the region;
(6) support priority access to workforce training funds and enterprise investment tax credits for entities that are investing resources and creating jobs in the region;
(7) pursue federal, State, local, and other public and private funding and collaboration initiatives; and
(8) perform any other function consistent with the purposes of this subtitle.