The City of Guthrie announced on Wednesday that the National Park Service, in partnership with the Oklahoma Tourism & Recreation Department, has approved the City’s request for supplemental funding to support the construction of Phase 1A of the Owen Field Youth Sports Complex.
Following formal acceptance of the funding amendment by the city council, the City will now move forward with the selection and hiring of a construction management team and project architect. This milestone represents a major step forward in Guthrie’s long-term goal of expanding youth sports facilities in the community.
The project is made possible by a 50/50 matching grant from the Land and Water Conservation Fund and the City of Guthrie Capital Improvement Project funds. This combined investment reflects the City’s commitment to creating high-quality recreational opportunities for local youth.
Pending the competitive bidding process, planned improvements under Phase 1A include:
- Construction of new baseball and softball fields
- Installation of field lighting systems
- Development of an ADA-compliant concession and restroom facility
- Installation of quick-connect irrigation systems at each field
- Construction of a new entryway from State Highway 33
- Creation of an ADA-compliant parking area to serve all fields
“This project has been years in the making, and we are incredibly excited to take this next step,” said City Manager Eddie Faulkner. “We are deeply grateful to our Mayor and City Council for their steadfast support and investment in this vital community resource.”
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