Council authorizes warranty deed to Crown Line Arena after Certificate of Occupancy and fire marshal review

City staff recommended and the council approved authorizing the mayor to execute a warranty deed transferring the Crow (branded Crown Line) arena property to its owners in accordance with the economic development agreement. Staff said the owners had satisfied the key conditions for deed transfer, including receipt of a Certificate of Occupancy.

Because the project drew public scrutiny, staff and the owners went to the Oklahoma State Fire Marshal for clarity. The marshal’s office said the large majority of the arena falls under an agricultural/equestrian exemption; however, spectator areas, a concession booth and certain closets (approximately 2,800 square feet) will require a sprinkler system. The owners and the city agreed to a timetable and a contract to put sprinklers in the specified areas; meanwhile the arena is operating under a fire watch.

Alex Crow described the facility’s audience and event plans, said marketing videos had attracted thousands of social‑media views and said the venue would host equestrian events including team roping, sorting and barrel racing, with plans to expand to RV hookups and larger regional shows. He said seating and permit work is ongoing; the facility currently operates at roughly 361 seats and will expand seating when the required sprinklers are installed.

Council approved the deed transfer by roll call. Staff noted the facility’s exemption is limited to equestrian uses unless the required sprinklering is completed.