24 V.S.A. App. ch. 127, § 707: Absence

To perform the Manager’s duties in his or her temporary absence or disability, the Manager may, with the consent of the Board, designate by letter filed with the Town Clerk a qualified person. If the Manager fails to make such designation, the Selectboard may appoint a person to perform the duties of the Manager until he or she shall return or his or her disability shall cease.