The resolution, titled the Transfer of Jurisdiction Over the Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium Campus Emergency Approval Resolution of 2025, seeks to approve the emergency transfer of jurisdiction over the Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium Campus from the National Park Service to the District of Columbia. This action is authorized under existing legislation, specifically the D.C. Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium Campus Revitalization Act, which was approved on January 6, 2025. The resolution outlines the specific area of land involved in the transfer, identified as a portion of Reservation 343-F, and mandates that the Council transmit the resolution to various government officials upon its adoption.
The resolution is designed to take effect immediately, reflecting the urgency of the transfer. Additionally, it includes a fiscal impact statement adopted from the Chief Financial Officer, ensuring that the financial implications of the transfer are acknowledged and documented. The overall goal of the resolution is to facilitate the revitalization and management of the stadium campus by the District of Columbia, enhancing its potential for public use and development.