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Generally a special-purpose district is a government district differing from general-purpose districts like municipalities, counties, etc., in that they serve a special purpose only. A good example of a special-purpose district would be a school district. Special districts are sometimes created to provide fire protection or sewers, or to manage water resources. In many states in the USA, school districts manage the schools. These districts are usually much more flexible than more geographically determined municipalities. All special-purpose districts are formed by some level of government in accordance with applicable state and federa laws. They exist in all states.There are two types of special-purpose districts. Some are independent, in that they are allowed to tax, and others are dependent in that they receive funding only from user fee s or from other governments.
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