The resolution proposed by Mayor Muriel Bowser seeks to reprogram $20,000 in Fiscal Year 2025 Local Funds within the District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) to support the administrative premium for staff working at a summer camp for rising first graders and students from other DCPS schools at LaSalle-Backus Elementary School. The funds will be reallocated from the local travel budget, which has become available due to reduced field trip activities. This reprogramming is crucial for maintaining essential summer programming that includes literacy instruction, arts enrichment, and social-emotional learning for approximately 100 students.

The Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO) has reviewed the request and confirmed that it does not exceed the $500,000 threshold requiring Council approval, and it will not adversely affect the overall DCPS budget or the District's financial plan. The resolution underscores the urgency of this funding, as any delay could lead to significant hardships, including potential job losses for staff and reduced access to vital programs that support students' well-being. The reprogramming is essential to ensure the uninterrupted operation of the summer camp, thereby safeguarding educational and developmental opportunities for participating students.