In addition to the functions that the Agreement confers on the Basin Officials Committee, the Basin Officials Committee has the following functions:
(a) to advise the Authority about the performance of the Authority's functions, including advising about:
(i) engaging the Basin States in the preparation of the proposed Basin Plan and proposed amendments of the Basin Plan; and
(ii) matters referred to the Committee by the Authority;
(b) to facilitate cooperation and coordination between the Commonwealth, the Authority and the Basin States in managing the Basin water resources.