§ 19-13. Administrator.

(a) In general.

The Administrator is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Board and its employees and contractors.

(b) Powers.

The Administrator may:

(1) prepare the financial plan and strategic plan for review and approval by the Board;

(2) implement the approved financial plan and strategic plan;

(3) establish procedures and processes necessary to perform the functions called for under the financial plan;

(4) hire and retain employees, agents, and contractors as needed to assist in the Administrator in the performance of the Administrator's functions, subject to § 19-5(b)(10) of this subtitle;

(5) exercise the powers granted to the Authority by this subtitle, except that the Board retains final discretion and power with regard to all substantive agreements, contracts, and other arrangements binding on the Authority; and

(6) exercise the additional rights, powers, and authority granted to the Administrator by the Board.

(c) Immunity.

The Administrator is the direct agent of the Authority, so that any immunity afforded to the Authority and its officers, employees, and agents is afforded as well to the Administrator.