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Consider a memorandum/resolution granting an Operating Authority to Ambience Limousine and Executive Transportation, LLC.
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DATE: September 15, 2026
TO: Kent Cagle, Interim City Manager
FROM: Elaine Simpson, City Secretary
SUBJECT: Operating Authority Application from Ambience Limousine and Executive Transportation, LLC
BACKGROUND AND FINDINGS:
The City of Killeen Code of Ordinances, Chapter 29 - Transportation, provides the manner by which an operating authority is granted in order to promote adequate and efficient ground transportation within the city. Ground transportation service means providing chauffeured vehicle for hire for the transportation of passengers within the city, including but not limited to taxicabs, limousines and shuttles. An operating authority means the written authority granted by the City Council to provide a ground transportation service. A person may not operate a ground transportation service within the city limits without first having obtained an operating authority from the city, which once issued, is valid for five (5) years. An applicant must file an application, fee and supporting documentation.
On August 10, 2026, Ambience Limousine and Executive Transportation, LLC. submitted an application, paid the required fee and supplied the proper supporting documents to be in compliance with Chapter 29 of the Code of Ordinances. The application is complete and provides for a transportation service from any established pick-up point in the City of Killeen. As indicated on the application, the company will operate a total of three (3) vehicles:
1. 2025 Ford Transit Van with a seating capacity of twelve (12)
2. 2023 BMW Sedan with a seating capacity of five (5)
3. 2021 GMC SUV with a seating capacity of seven (7)
Upon City Council approval of an operating authority, the City Secretary shall provide a vehicle permit to the holder for each vehicle approved in the operating authority. The window sticker permi...
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