§ 26–301

Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.

Md. Code Ann., Local Gov't § 26-301 (2026)

Title 26. Public Drainage Associations

Subtitle 3. Establishment and Organization

(a)

On approval of the petition and report filed under Subtitle 2 of this title, the county commissioners or county council shall:

(1)

establish a drainage association that is composed of the landowners; and

(2)

name the organization the “_______ Public Drainage Association”.

(b)

A drainage association created under this title is a political subdivision of the State and a body politic and corporate.

(c)

A drainage association may:

(1)

acquire, hold, and convey property;

(2)

sue and be sued;

(3)

adopt a seal; and

(4)

exercise corporate powers.