# Environment (GEN)

## Title 9. Water, Ice, and Sanitary Facilities

### Subtitle 9. Water and Sewer Authorities

#### 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.

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