On May 5, 2025, Mayor Muriel Bowser requested the reprogramming of $11,815,484 in FY 2025 Capital Funds from the Department of General Services (DGS) to the Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) for the construction of a new recreation center adjacent to Ketcham Elementary School. This transfer is necessary to ensure compliance with the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) guidelines, which mandate that funds be managed by the agency responsible for the project—in this case, DPR. The funds will be moved from the DGS-implemented Anacostia Recreation Center project to a newly established DPR capital project, allowing for accurate financial reporting.

The Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO) has reviewed the request and confirmed that the reprogramming will not negatively impact the budgets of either DPR or DGS, nor the District's overall financial plan. The funds are available for reprogramming as they have not been used for their original purpose, and timely action is crucial to avoid complications with the ARPA grant's expiration date. The resolution aims to facilitate the proper allocation of federal funds for community development, ensuring the successful construction of the recreation center with various amenities.