Vermont § 6 - Conduct
Full text of Vermont Vermont Statutes Online § 6 — Conduct, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 6. Conduct
- (a) The President shall preside at all Village meetings, but in the President’s absence,
the Village Clerk shall call the meeting to order, and the first order of business
shall be the election of a President Pro Tempore to preside for the duration of the
meeting. The President, as Moderator, shall conduct every meeting according to this
charter, the laws of the State of Vermont, and Roberts’ Rules of Order, Newly Revised,
when not in conflict with this charter or the laws of the State of Vermont. The President
shall preserve order in the conduct of the business of the meeting and in all things
preserve the principles of fairness and openness in Village government. (b) The Village Clerk shall be the presiding officer at all Village elections by Australian
ballot and shall cooperate with the Board of Civil Authority to assure that all laws
relating to elections are faithfully observed. While the polls are open, the Village
Clerk may rule on all questions concerning the conduct of the election and shall not
be disqualified from performing any duties by reason of his or her own candidacy for
any office. In the Village Clerk’s absence, the members of the Board of Civil Authority
who are residents of the Village may designate one of their members to perform the
Village Clerk’s duties under this subsection. (Added 1999, No. M-11 (Adj. Sess.), § 2, eff. May 9, 2000.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Vermont § 6
What does Vermont Statutes Online § 6 cover?
Section 6 ("Conduct") 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 § 6?
A common citation format is "Vermont Statutes Online § 6" (Vermont). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Vermont law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Vermont official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Vermont attorney.
How does Vermont § 6 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Vermont can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Vermont.