Mayor Muriel Bowser has requested the Council of the District of Columbia to approve the reprogramming of $485,641.12 in FY 2025 Capital Funds from the Department of General Services (DGS) to the District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS). This funding is essential for replacing HVAC-related mechanical assets at Kramer Middle School and Coolidge High School, ensuring effective temperature control in these facilities. The funds will be transferred from the DGS's Critical Systems Replacement project to the HVAC Replacement project for DCPS, allowing for necessary upgrades to be made without adversely impacting the budgets of either department.

The Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO) has reviewed the request and confirmed that the reprogramming will not negatively affect the financial plans of DGS or DCPS. Although the reprogramming amount is below the $500,000 threshold requiring Council approval, it is noted that a previous reprogramming from the same project has already exceeded this threshold for the fiscal year. The urgency of this request is highlighted, as any delay could complicate the timely replacement of HVAC systems, potentially disrupting operations at the schools. The Council is expected to view this request favorably.