Mayor Muriel Bowser has requested the reprogramming of $170,000 in FY 2026 Capital Funds from the Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) to support the implementation of a centralized Electronic Grants Management System (EGMS). The funds will be redirected from the Electronic Health Record Systems Replacement project, which has been reprioritized. This reallocation is crucial to avoid delays in the completion of the EGMS, which is essential for managing and reporting grant awards in compliance with District policies.

The Office of the Chief Financial Officer has reviewed the request and confirmed that the reprogramming will not negatively impact DBH's budget or the District's financial plan. Since the reprogramming amount is below the $500,000 threshold that requires Council approval, it is deemed necessary to proceed without further delay. The resolution clarifies that this reprogramming does not create new programs or alter previously established budget allocations, ensuring compliance with existing budgetary constraints and the Council's prior decisions. For additional information, individuals can contact Anthony Jefferson, and a budgetary control analysis report for DBH is included for reference.