Mayor Muriel Bowser has submitted a request to the Council of the District of Columbia to reprogram $1,299,397 of Fiscal Year 2025 Local Funds within the Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR). This reprogramming is necessary to support various programs and services that enhance urban recreation and leisure for residents and visitors. The funds will be reallocated from the Recreation Services and Programming division to the Recreation Center Operations division, ensuring that the DPR can meet its programmatic needs without adversely affecting its overall budget or the District's financial plan.

The Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO) has reviewed the Mayor's request and indicated that the reprogramming will not have a negative impact on DPR's budget. However, there are concerns that delays in purchasing services or goods could hinder the success of several initiatives, including summer camps, early childhood programs, and sports health and fitness services. The OCFO has expressed no objections to the reprogramming request, and the Mayor looks forward to the Council's favorable action on this matter.