24 V.S.A. App. ch. 19, § 309: Investigations

The Council may make investigations into the affairs of the City and the conduct of any City department, office, or agency and for this purpose may subpoena witnesses, administer oaths, take testimony, and require the production of evidence. Any City official, appointee, or employee who fails or refuses to obey a lawful order issued in the exercise of these powers by the Council shall be removed from office or employment upon majority vote of the entire Council.