Before setting or modifying a rate, charge, or assessment under this section, for any water or sewerage system it constructs or acquires, the political subdivision shall:
(1) Give prompt notice of the proposed rate, charge, or assessment in at least 1 newspaper of general circulation in the area of the water or sewerage system; and
(2) Conduct a public hearing on the necessity or advisability of the proposed rates, charges, or assessments.
Structure Maryland Statutes
Title 9 - Water, Ice, and Sanitary Facilities
Subtitle 7 - Regulation by Municipalities and Political Subdivisions
Part III - Assessments, Rates, and Charges by Political Subdivisions for Water and Sewerage Service
Section 9-720 - "Political Subdivision" Defined
Section 9-722 - Connection Charges; Annual Assessment; Controlling Provisions
Section 9-723 - Rates and Charges for Water Service, Sewer Upkeep, and Sewer Service
Section 9-726.1 - Disconnection for Unpaid Sewer Service
Section 9-728 - Disconnecting and Restoring Services by Political Subdivision