(a)      In this article the following words have the meanings indicated.

      (b)      "Area" means the regional planning and development area that includes all of Cecil, Kent, and Queen Anne's counties.

      (c)      "Commissioner" means a member of the board of county commissioners of Cecil County, Kent County, or Queen Anne's County.

      (d)      "Council" means the Upper Shore Regional Council.

      (e)      "Region" means the area that includes all of Cecil, Kent, and Queen Anne's counties.