The proposed resolution, introduced by Councilmember Trayon White, Sr., seeks to declare an emergency regarding the disapproval of reprogramming request No. 26-0097, which involves reallocating $7,000,000 in FY 2026 Capital Funds from the Department of Parks and Recreation. The funds are currently designated for the Anacostia pool replacement and Congress Heights Recreation Center modernization, and the reprogramming would redirect them to complete the Southeast Tennis Learning Center project. The resolution emphasizes the urgency of disapproving this request to prevent further delays in the much-needed community projects that support youth engagement and public health.

The resolution outlines that the Mayor's reprogramming request was transmitted on November 20, 2025, and if not acted upon, it will automatically be approved by December 21, 2025. Given that there is only one legislative meeting scheduled before this deadline, the Council recognizes the necessity of immediate action to ensure that the funding remains allocated to the original projects, which are critical for the community's well-being. The resolution is intended to be adopted after a single reading and will take effect immediately.