It is the intent of the General Assembly that the Department shall:
(1) Consider sustainable communities as it considers annual revisions under the Consolidated Transportation Program in § 2–103.1(b) through (f) of this title; and
(2) Twice a year consult with the Smart Growth Subcabinet established under § 9–1406 of the State Government Article on how the Department may work cooperatively to make mutual investments towards creating and supporting sustainable communities across the State.