Md. Code, Local Government § 21–411

Unless otherwise provided in the charter, bylaws, or code of a municipality,

before the governing body of a municipality enacts an ordinance or a resolution that

establishes a special taxing district, authorizes the issuance of bonds, or imposes ad

valorem or special taxes under this part, the governing body shall:

(1) hold a public hearing; and

(2) give notice of the public hearing in a newspaper of general

circulation in the municipality at least 10 days before the date of the hearing.