Mayor Muriel Bowser has submitted a request to the Council of the District of Columbia to reprogram $7,000,000 in FY 2026 Capital Funds within the Department of Parks and Recreation. This funding is essential for completing the Southeast Tennis Learning Center project, which has encountered unforeseen challenges such as unsuitable soil conditions, regulatory requirements, and design modifications. These issues have resulted in a budget shortfall that necessitates the reallocation of funds from other projects, specifically $5,000,000 from the Anacostia Pool Replacement and $2,000,000 from the Congress Heights Modernization projects.

The Office of the Chief Financial Officer has reviewed the Mayor's request and confirmed that the reprogramming will not adversely impact the budgets of the Department of Parks and Recreation or the Department of General Services. The reallocation is deemed necessary to ensure the timely completion of the Southeast Tennis Learning Center, which is a significant initiative aimed at serving the youth and families of Ward 8. The project aligns with the District's equity and sustainability goals, and delaying the reprogramming could result in significant setbacks for the construction timeline and regulatory compliance.