Logan County officially opened its new Administration Building today, marking a major milestone in the county’s effort to modernize and expand operations.
The new facility, located at 201 County Way in Guthrie, now houses the offices of the Logan County Clerk, Treasurer, Assessor, Logan County Emergency Management, and the Board of County Commissioners.
Before opening to the public, county officials and employees gathered for a prayer and flag-raising ceremony alongside State Senator Chuck Hall, Judge Robert L. Hudson, and Association of County Commissioners Executive Director Chris Schroder.
The first Board of County Commissioners meeting in the new building is scheduled for Friday, October 31, and officials say plans are underway to host a public open house, possibly in November.
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The move comes after months of planning and years of discussion about how to address space limitations at the Logan County Courthouse. The project was made possible through funds from the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. In March 2022, the Board of County Commissioners received $9.3 million in federal funds, with approximately $6 million dedicated to the administration building and courthouse renovations.
In February 2024, commissioners approved an interlocal real estate agreement with the State of Oklahoma to purchase the former Department of Human Services building for $2.1 million, assuming the land lease from the Oklahoma School Land Commission. Future plans include purchasing the land outright.
“This allows us to create enough space for future growth of the county because we are doing nothing but growing,” County Clerk Troy Cole said. “This also allows us to meet immediate and future needs without asking taxpayers for additional money.”
Once all offices are relocated, the Logan County Courthouse will focus exclusively on judicial operations. Planned renovations include two additional courtrooms, two jury rooms, and expanded space for the Court Clerk and District Attorney offices.
District 3 Commissioner Monty Piearcy said the project was driven by the judiciary’s urgent need for space.
“The judges came to us, telling us they needed more space. They were so far behind,” Piearcy said. “The taxpayer’s money is being better spent by buying this building and revamping the courthouse. We don’t have to go out for a bond to ask the people to pay for this project.”
Cole added, “We have looked at every avenue in making decisions in the best interest and the most cost-efficient manner that we can do.”
The new Administration Building gives Logan County a modern home for government services while preserving the historic courthouse for its judicial role.
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