Maryland § 4-205
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 4-205, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4-205.
(a) (1) Within 90 days after the county commissioners or county council has verified that a petition presented under § 4–204 of this subtitle is valid, the organizing committee shall:
(i) actively seek information and input from the county;
(ii) hold a public meeting to collect testimony on the proposed incorporation; and
(iii) provide the county commissioners or county council with a report on issues related to the proposed incorporation.
(2) During the 90–day period, the county shall cooperate fully with the organizing committee.
(b) The organizing committee shall:
(1) notify the county liaison of all meetings and deliberations of the organizing committee; and
(2) give the county liaison full opportunity to participate in all meetings and deliberations of the organizing committee.
(c) Within 45 days after receiving the report required under subsection (a)(1)(iii) of this section, the county commissioners or county council or its designee may review the report and provide comments to the organizing committee on issues relating to the proposed incorporation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 4-205
What does Maryland Code § 4-205 cover?
Section 4-205 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.
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