The resolution submitted by Mayor Muriel Bowser seeks to reprogram $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 earmarked for the replacement of HVAC-related mechanical assets at Kramer Middle School and Coolidge High School, which is crucial for maintaining effective temperature control in these educational facilities. The request aligns with D.C. Official Code 47-363(a) and is supported by a detailed justification in the accompanying memorandum. The Chief Financial Officer, Glen Lee, has confirmed that this reallocation will not negatively impact the budgets of either DGS or DCPS, nor the overall financial plan for the District.

The reprogramming is necessary to ensure timely replacements of the HVAC systems at the specified schools, thereby minimizing potential disruptions and ensuring long-term operational stability. Although the reprogramming amount is below the $500,000 threshold that requires Council approval, it is noted that a previous reprogramming from the same project has already exceeded this threshold for the fiscal year. The Office of Budget and Planning has verified that this action will not adversely affect the budgets or financial plans of the involved departments, and the Chief Financial Officer has expressed support for the request, highlighting the urgency of addressing the HVAC system replacements.