# Education (GED)

## Title 16. Community Colleges

### Subtitle 1. Organization and Government of Community Colleges

#### Section 16-104

(a) Except as provided in Sec. 16-105 of this subtitle, each board of trustees shall appoint a president of each community college under its jurisdiction.

(b) The president:

  (1) Shall report directly to the board of trustees;

  (2) Shall recommend the appointment by the board of qualified faculty members and other employees necessary for the efficient administration of the community college;

  (3) Shall recommend the discharge of employees for good cause; however, any employee with tenure shall be given reasonable notice of the grounds for dismissal and an opportunity to be heard;

  (4) Is responsible for the conduct of the community college and for the administration and supervision of its departments; and

  (5) Shall attend all meetings of the board, except those involving the president's personal position as president.

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Md. Code Ann., Educ. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)