Mayor Muriel Bowser has submitted a request to the Council of the District of Columbia to reprogram $1,202,761 of Fiscal Year 2025 Local Funds within the Department of Parks and Recreation. This reprogramming is necessary to support various programs, including aquatics, early childhood education, after-school meals, and seasonal camps. The funds will be reallocated from specific account groups to ensure that the Department can meet its programmatic needs without adversely impacting its overall budget or the District's financial plan.

The Office of the Chief Financial Officer has reviewed the Mayor's request and indicated that the reprogramming will not have a negative effect on the Department's budget. However, there are concerns that delays in purchasing services or goods could impact programs such as summer camps, human resources, and sports health and fitness initiatives. The Mayor's office is seeking the Council's favorable action on this request to ensure the timely continuation of these essential services.