Mayor Muriel Bowser has requested the reprogramming of $2,512,080.97 in Fiscal Year 2025 Local Funds for the District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) to better align the budget with current academic and social-emotional needs of students. This reallocation will adjust personnel budgets across various account groups, including those for full-time personnel, additional gross pay, fringe benefits, and overtime pay. The Chief Financial Officer, Glen Lee, has reviewed the request and confirmed that it will not negatively impact the overall DCPS budget or the District's financial plan, emphasizing the necessity of these adjustments for effective budget management.

The resolution details the financial adjustments necessary for the operational needs of schools, reflecting a total budget of approximately $38,956,039.01. It includes a comprehensive breakdown of budgetary allocations, commitments, and expenditures across multiple accounts and programs. The adjustments are designed to ensure timely programming and spending of at-risk funds, as well as the payment of salaries and benefits within DCPS. Importantly, this reprogramming does not restore any previously authorized budget cuts or create new programs, but rather serves to enhance the flexibility and responsiveness of the budget to meet the evolving demands of the educational environment.