Mayor Muriel Bowser has submitted a request to the Council of the District of Columbia to reprogram $371,185 of Fiscal Year 2025 Local Funds within the Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR). This reprogramming is necessary to support various planned program activities and services for residents and visitors. The funds will be reallocated among different account groups to meet the programmatic needs of DPR, which include supplies, contractual services, and equipment purchases. Although this reprogramming is below the $500,000 threshold that requires Council approval, it is noted that a previous reprogramming from DPR has already been approved, resulting in a cumulative change exceeding that threshold.

The Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO) has reviewed the request and indicated that the reprogramming will not adversely impact DPR's budget or the District's financial plan. However, there are concerns that delays in purchasing services or goods could negatively affect programs such as summer camps, early childhood education, and sports health and fitness initiatives. The OCFO has expressed no objections to the reprogramming request, emphasizing the importance of timely funding to ensure the success of these programs.