§ 4–502

Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.

Md. Code Ann., Local Gov't § 4-502 (2026)

Title 4. In General

Subtitle 5. Merger of Municipalities

(a)

To initiate a merger, the legislative body of each municipality shall adopt a proposal of unification.

(b)

Each municipality shall adopt the proposal of unification:

(1)

in substantially identical form; and

(2)

in the manner that the municipality adopts ordinary legislation.

(c)

The proposal of unification shall include a detailed description of the boundaries of the proposed municipality that:

(1)

is comprised of a survey of courses and distances; and

(2)

may refer to general landmarks and place names.