Maryland Code, Natural Resources § 5-9B-05

(1) Review local programs and applications for funding submitted by sponsors for consistency with the local plans under § 5-9B-04(a) of this subtitle;

(2) Submit applications reviewed under item (1) of this subsection to the Board of Public Works for funding, along with the Department's recommendation on the application; and

(3) Coordinate applications received with available remaining funding.

(c)(1) Applications for funding under this section in a fiscal year shall be received at a date determined by the Department and reviewed using criteria established by the Department under § 5-9B-06(a)(2) of this subtitle.

(2) Applications recommended for approval by the Department shall be forwarded to the Board of Public Works with a favorable recommendation in accordance with the criteria.