Mayor Muriel Bowser has requested the reprogramming of $12.5 million in FY 2025 Capital Funds from the District of Columbia Public Libraries (DCPL) to the Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development (DMPED) to support the closing of Phase 1 of the Barry Farm project. The funds will be reallocated from the Southeast Library project, and the Mayor's office has assured that this transfer will not negatively impact the DCPL's budget or the District's financial plan. The Chief Financial Officer has confirmed the availability of these funds due to the federal government awarding DCPL American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, which will replace the reprogrammed amount.

The resolution highlights the urgency of this reprogramming to ensure the timely completion of the Barry Farm project, as any delay could hinder its progress. The Office of Budget and Performance Management has indicated that there will be no adverse operational impacts from this reallocation. Additionally, the financial summary shows that the Southeast Library project has a total budget of $53,181,360, with sufficient funds remaining after accounting for expenditures and encumbrances, ensuring that the project remains adequately funded and on track.