Vermont § 502 - Organization

Full text of Vermont Vermont Statutes Online § 502 — Organization, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 502. Organization

  • (a) Three Selectboard members shall constitute a quorum. No action of the Board shall
    be valid or binding unless adopted by the affirmative vote of at least three Selectboard
    members. In cases where a statute requires a greater number of the Board for an affirmative
    vote, such provisions of law shall control. (b) The Selectboard may vote on an item not warned on a public agenda only in an emergency
    and with the consent of the majority of the Board. An emergency may be defined as
    an unforeseen situation that imperils the welfare of the Town and that requires immediate
    action.

Frequently Asked Questions About Vermont § 502

What does Vermont Statutes Online § 502 cover?

Section 502 ("Organization") is part of the Vermont Statutes Online, the codified statutory law of Vermont. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

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