(a) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, the salaries of the regular members of the Board shall be as set forth in the county budget.

(2) (i) The chair of the Board shall receive an annual salary of not less than $11,500.

(ii) Each other regular member of the Board shall receive an annual salary of not less than $10,500.

(b) Subject to § 13-205 of this subtitle, the Board may:

(1) employ:

(i) a secretary;

(ii) inspectors; and

(iii) clerical and other assistants as are necessary; and

(2) set the compensation of the employees.

(c) The County Executive may appoint a chief administrator.