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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.