proprietary powers

proprietary powers
The powers of a municipal corporation in exercising proprietary functions, as distinguished from its public or governmental powers. High Point v Duke Power Co. (CA4 NC) 120 F2d 666. See proprietary function.

Ballentine's law dictionary. . 1998.

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