Md. Code, Local Government § 21–606

(a) (1) Montgomery County may establish a stormwater management

district that includes the land in its boundaries, except for the land in the City of

Takoma Park.

(2) In its stormwater management district, Montgomery County

shall provide efficient stormwater management services to the residents and property

owners of the stormwater management district with adequate facilities for

development and promotion of safety for life and property.

(3) The stormwater management services shall include those

formerly performed by the Commission.

(4) Montgomery County may not exercise stormwater management

authority in the City of Takoma Park unless the city and county otherwise agree.

(b) (1) The stormwater management district is a special taxing district

for the purpose of stormwater management.

(2) Montgomery County may establish one or more special taxing

areas within its stormwater management district.