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Legal Definitions - proprietary capacity

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Definition of proprietary capacity

Definition:Proprietary capacity refers to the capacity of a city or town when it engages in a business-like venture rather than a governmental function.

Example: A city that operates a parking garage for profit is acting in a proprietary capacity.

This means that the city is acting like a business, rather than providing a service as a government entity. This distinction is important because it affects the legal rights and responsibilities of the city.

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Simple Definition

Proprietary capacity refers to the ability of a city or town to engage in business-like activities instead of just government functions. It's like when a person can do something in their job role, like a teacher teaching a class or a doctor treating a patient. It's important for cities and towns to have this capacity so they can provide services and make money to support their community.

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