Vermont § 504 - Noninterference with administration
Full text of Vermont Vermont Statutes Online § 504 — Noninterference with administration, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 504. Noninterference with administration
- (a) The Selectboard, its members, and committees shall not deal with Town administrative
officers and employees who are subject to the direction and supervision of the Town
Manager. They shall deal solely through the Town Manager and shall not give orders
to any such administrative officers or employees, either publicly or privately. (b) Neither the Selectboard nor any of its members or committees shall in any manner dictate
the appointment or removal of any Town administrative officer or employee whom the
Manager is empowered to appoint. They may, however, express its views fully and freely
and discuss with the Town Manager, in open or executive session consistent with the
law, anything pertaining to the appointment and removal of such officers and employees. (Amended 2021, No. M-16 (Adj. Sess.), § 2, eff. May 31, 2022.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Vermont § 504
What does Vermont Statutes Online § 504 cover?
Section 504 ("Noninterference with administration") 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.
How do I cite Vermont § 504?
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Is this the official text of Vermont law?
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How does Vermont § 504 apply to my situation?
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