Mayor Muriel Bowser has requested the reprogramming of $2,500,000 in FY 2025 Capital Funds from the District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) to the Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) to fund the construction of a geothermal well system at the Harry Thomas Recreation Center. This project will benefit both DCPS and DPR facilities, including the nearby Langley Elementary School. The funds will be transferred from the DCPS Major Repair and Maintenance project to the DPR capital budget, in compliance with regulations set by the Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO).

The OCFO, led by Chief Financial Officer Glen Lee, has reviewed the request and confirmed that the reprogramming will not negatively impact the budgets of either agency or the District's overall financial plan. The geothermal well system is designed to improve energy efficiency and support the District's sustainability goals. The resolution highlights the urgency of this reprogramming to avoid delays in the project, clarifying that it does not involve restoring budget cuts or creating new programs, but rather ensures that the funds are allocated appropriately for the intended geothermal project.