The resolution submitted by Mayor Muriel Bowser requests the reprogramming of $12,900,000 in Fiscal Year 2026 Local Funds within the Office of the State Superintendent of Education, specifically for the Special Education Transportation division. The funds are intended to cover essential expenses such as Parent Stipends, overtime pay, and support for private transportation routes. The reprogramming will involve reallocating budget authority from various accounts within the Special Education Transportation division to ensure that these obligations can be met without adversely impacting the overall budget or financial plan of the District.

The Chief Financial Officer, Glen Lee, has reviewed the Mayor's request and confirmed that the reprogramming will not have a negative impact on the Special Education Transportation budget. The funds are available due to lower-than-expected spending in certain areas, and the reallocation is necessary to fulfill the agency's commitments. The resolution emphasizes that if the reprogramming is not approved, the Office of the State Superintendent of Education will be unable to meet its financial obligations, which could disrupt services.