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Council signs engagement letter to seek Route 66 grant; contract capped at $5,000

City of Bristow City Council · February 17, 2026
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Summary

Mayor Kris Wyatt said grant writer Leslie Wilbourn has secured awards previously; council approved a 5 Tool Engagement Letter for Route 66 grant administration with a contract not to exceed $5,000.

Mayor Kris Wyatt told the council the city had applied repeatedly for the Route 66 Grant and had been denied; she recommended hiring Leslie Wilbourn, a grant writer with a successful record. Council discussed cost and approval was given for a 5 Tool Engagement Letter for Grant Administration; the mayor stated the contract does not exceed $5,000.

Councilmember Judd Johns said he was "ok with that" and the council approved the engagement by roll call. The minutes note the city may ask for additional agreements if further grant-writing help is needed for other grants.