Maryland Environment Section 9-916

      (a)      (1)      A majority of the full authorized membership of the board of directors of an authority is a quorum to do business.

            (2)      Unless the bylaws require a larger number, the board may take any action by a majority vote of the directors present at a validly called meeting.

      (b)      The board shall determine the times and places of its meetings.

      (c)      (1)      A citizen director is entitled to the compensation set by:

                  (i)      The governing body of the single political subdivision that incorporated or continues the authority; or

                  (ii)      The governing bodies of the member political subdivisions.

            (2)      However, the compensation for a citizen director may not be increased or decreased during the term of the director.

            (3)      A director who is also a member of the governing body of a political subdivision may not receive compensation for service as a director.

      (d)      The board may:

            (1)      Set the number of officers, agents, and employees that the board considers proper;

            (2)      Set the powers, duties, and compensation for these employees; and

            (3)      Elect or appoint any director as an officer, agent, or employee.