(a) In this article the following words have the meanings indicated.
(b) “Informational meeting” means a meeting, open to the public, at which the applicant or the Department of Natural Resources presents information concerning a permit or certificate application. An informational meeting is not a contested case hearing nor an agency hearing under § 10-202(d) of the State Government Article.
(c) “Public hearing” means a meeting, open to the public, at which the Department of Natural Resources receives oral and written comments concerning a decision to issue or deny a permit or certificate. A public hearing is not a contested case hearing nor an agency hearing under § 10-202(d) of the State Government Article.
Structure Maryland Statutes
Title 1 - Department of Natural Resources
Subtitle 1 - Organization, Powers, and Duties of Department
Section 1-101 - Department Established; Secretary of Natural Resources; Counsel; Legislative Intent
Section 1-102 - Units, etc., Within Department
Section 1-103 - Plans, Proposals, and Projects; Budgets; Federal Funds and Assistance
Section 1-104 - Responsibilities and Duties of Secretary
Section 1-105 - Advisory Board
Section 1-107 - Appointment of Law Enforcement Officer to Rank of Major or Lieutenant Colonel