Section 9-2803 - Term; compensation and reimbursement for expenses; quorum; procedures; additional members; consultation; meetings. - Maryland Statutes

§ 9-2803. Term; compensation and reimbursement for expenses; quorum; procedures; additional members; consultation; meetings.
 

(a)  Term.-  

(1) Members appointed by the Governor under § 9-2802(a)(1)(xiv) and (xv) of this subtitle: 

(i) serve for a 3-year term; 

(ii) may serve for a maximum of two consecutive terms; and 

(iii) serve at the pleasure of the Governor. 

(2) The terms of members appointed by the Governor under § 9-2802(a)(1)(xv) of this subtitle are staggered as required by the terms provided for members of the Council on October 1, 2010. 

(3) A member appointed under § 9-2802(a)(1)(i) through (xiv) and (2) of this subtitle serves as long as the member holds the specified office or designation. 

(b)  Compensation and reimbursement for expenses.- A member of the Council: 

(1) may not receive compensation as a member of the Council; but 

(2) is entitled to reimbursement for expenses under the Standard State Travel Regulations, as provided in the State budget. 

(c)  Quorum; procedures; additional members; consulation; meetings.-  

(1) A majority of the voting members of the Council is a quorum. 

(2) (i) The Council may adopt procedures necessary to do business, including the creation of committees or task forces. 

(ii) With the consent of the Council, the chair may designate additional individuals with relevant expertise to serve on a committee or task force. 

(3) The Council may consult with State agencies to complete the duties of the Council. 

(4) The Council shall meet at least four times a year. 
 

[2010, ch. 661.]