Maryland § 25-701
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 25-701, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 25-701.
(a) The board of directors shall implement the watershed project.
(b) The board of directors may:
(1) hire employees;
(2) buy, hire, or rent machines, and buy explosives and other materials;
(3) award contracts;
(4) enter into an agreement with county, State, or federal units of government;
(5) acquire and hold water rights;
(6) plan and carry out watershed projects for storage, use, and distribution of water;
(7) charge for the use of water in the watershed, using the proceeds from the sale of the water to pay for water rights or to construct, maintain, repair, improve, and operate the watershed project; and
(8) do other acts as necessary, including borrowing money, in the name of the board of directors, if the borrowing is approved by the county commissioners, county council, or Mayor and City Council of Baltimore City.
(c) The board of directors shall:
(1) keep a regular account of its income and expenses; and
(2) report its income and expenses at the annual meetings of the watershed association and other meetings of the landowners.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 25-701
What does Maryland Code § 25-701 cover?
Section 25-701 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maryland § 25-701?
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Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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