Killeen, TX · Bell County
Operating Authority Application
Killeen's application for a five-year operating authority to run a taxicab, limousine, shuttle, or charter service, with a certification that must be sworn to before a notary public.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
Businesses operating taxicabs, limousines, airport shuttles, shuttle service, or charter vehicles within Killeen must obtain an operating authority under Code of Ordinances Chapter 29, filing vehicle and driver information with the City Secretary. The applicant's certification of the information provided must be sworn to and subscribed before a notary public, and the authority, once granted, is valid for five years with annual vehicle permit renewals.
Who needs it
Owners of taxicab, limousine, airport shuttle, shuttle, or charter vehicle businesses operating in Killeen.
Why it needs a notary
The application's certification section requires the applicant to swear to the information and have it subscribed before a notary public per Chapter 29, Article II of the Code of Ordinances.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Application
Get the Operating Authority Application from the City of Killeen City Secretary's Office.
- 2
Complete the Application
Fill in business, vehicle, driver, and insurance information.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a session with a commissioned online notary through Rush Notary.
- 4
Sign on Video
Verify your identity and swear to the certification live in front of the online notary.
- 5
Submit to the City
Return the notarized application to the Killeen City Secretary's Office.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Killeen. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- Does the Killeen operating authority application need a notary?
- Yes, the applicant's certification must be sworn to and subscribed before a notary public.
- How do I notarize my operating authority application online?
- Upload the application, verify your identity, and sign the certification live on video with a commissioned online notary.
- Do I need a Texas notary specifically?
- Texas recognizes jurats from commissioned online notaries; check with the Killeen City Secretary's Office if you're unsure.
- How long is the operating authority valid?
- An operating authority is valid for five years from approval; individual vehicle window permits must be renewed annually.
- What vehicle types does this cover?
- Limousine, airport shuttle, shuttle, charter, and taxicab services, plus any other for-hire vehicle service listed on the application.