The Federal Executive Board Plaque

The Federal Executive Boards (FEBs), established by Presidential Directive in 1961.

FEB activities are dependent upon the desires of each Board and thus vary across the National Network depending upon local needs, the FEB Network delivers services in three categories of emphasis: Emergency Preparedness, Security and Employee Safety; Human Capital Readiness; and Intergovernmental and Community Initiatives. It performs highly valuable functions and provide the following :

* a forum for the exchange of information between Washington and the field about programs, management strategies, and administrative challenges;
* a point of coordination for the development and operation of Federal programs having common characteristics;
* a means of communication through which Washington can strengthen the field understanding and support of management initiatives and concerns; and
* Federal representation and involvement within their communities.



FEB mission is to create value to the public by fostering communication, coordination and collaboration with Federal, state, and local government agencies. It envisions to create partnerships for intergovernmental collaboration.


The board consists of Federal representatives who serve as the principal contact with the Federal Government for the citizens of the United States. The National network of 28 FEBs, located in areas of significant Federal populations, serves as the cornerstone for strategic partnering in Government.