2013 Maryland Code
ENVIRONMENT
§ 9-916 - Quorum; meetings; compensation; staff

§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.