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Local Funds

Money collected by the District of Columbia government itself, primarily through taxes and fees from its residents and businesses.

Fiscal Year

A 12-month period that a government or business uses for budgeting and accounting. For the U.S. federal government and D.C., it typically runs from October 1st to September 30th.

Appropriated

Legally set aside for a specific purpose. In this context, it means Congress is formally allowing D.C. to spend its local funds.

General Fund (of D.C.)

The main operating account for the District of Columbia government, where most revenues are collected and from which most routine expenses are paid.

Operating Expenses

The day-to-day costs of running a government, such as salaries, utilities, supplies, and maintenance of existing services.

Capital Needs

Expenses related to long-term investments, such as building new schools, roads, or public facilities, or major renovations.

Reprogram

To shift or reallocate funds from one specific purpose or project to another within a budget.