Maryland Statutes
Part I - Public Roads Generally
Section 12-503 - Powers of Counties Over County Roads

(a)    This section applies to all counties, except Baltimore City.
    (b)    The governing body of a county has control over county roads.
    (c)    The governing body of a county may appoint:
        (1)    road supervisors; and
        (2)    civil engineers to oversee the grading, construction, and repair of county roads.
    (d)    A civil engineer appointed in accordance with subsection (c) of this section shall:
        (1)    hold office for a term, with a salary, under a bond, and subject to regulations of the governing body calculated to secure competent officers and a faithful discharge of duty; and
        (2)    direct and manage the grading, construction, and repair of county roads.

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