Maryland § 9-628
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 9-628, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 9-628.
(a) In addition to the other powers to make advances set forth in this subtitle, the governing body of a member county may make advances to a district in accordance with this section.
(b) The advances shall be for the purpose of meeting the necessary operating and overhead expenses of the district from the time the district is created until it can receive funds that may be used to pay these expenses.
(c) The advances shall be:
(1) Paid from the general funds of the member county; and
(2) In the amount that the governing body of the member county considers necessary.
(d) (1) The district shall repay the advances to the member county in accordance with the terms imposed by the governing body of the member county making the advances.
(2) The governing body of the member county may not require the district to repay the advances before the time the district is allowed to impose minimum charges and usage charges under this subtitle.
(3) The district may repay the advances to the member county before the time required under paragraph (1) of this subsection.
(e) The district may repay the advances to the member county out of any funds whose use is not restricted but that are available to the district.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 9-628
What does Maryland Code § 9-628 cover?
Section 9-628 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 § 9-628?
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