72 Pa. Stat. § 3919.501
The following words and phrases when used in this chapter shall have the meanings given to them in this section unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:
"Baseline tax amount." The average of taxes referred to in section 504(7)(i) paid to the Commonwealth in 1996, 1997 and 1998.
"Contracting authority." An authority created pursuant to the act of May 2, 1945 (P.L. 382, No. 164), known as the Municipality Authorities Act of 1945, for the purpose of constructing or renovating a facility or other authority established under the laws of this Commonwealth which is eligible to apply for and receive redevelopment assistance capital grants under Chapter 3 under a contract with the office to receive Commonwealth grants under this chapter.
"Contracting municipality." A city, county, township, town or borough which contracts with the office to receive Commonwealth funds to construct or renovate a facility.
"Facility." A stadium, arena or other place owned or leased by a professional sports organization at which a professional athletic event is conducted in the presence of individuals who pay admission to view the event. The term includes a facility to be constructed as well as an existing facility.
"Office." The Office of the Budget.
"Professional sports organization." A sole proprietorship, corporation, limited liability company, partnership or association that:
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