Baltimore Federal Executive Board
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Baltimore Federal Executive Board (BFEB) is an organization that represents more than 50 federal Departments and Agencies in the Baltimore area, with a significant number of civilian employees. The BFEB facilitates interagency activities, leadership development, and community outreach.
Mission
The mission of the BFEB is to enhance federal government operations in the Baltimore region by promoting collaboration among agencies, providing leadership and professional development opportunities, and engaging in community service to improve the quality of life and efficiency of government services.[1]
Parent organization
The BFEB operates under the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), which is part of the broader Executive Office of the President. OPM provides policy direction for federal human resources management.
Legislation
The Federal Executive Boards were established by President John F. Kennedy in 1961 via a memorandum to improve coordination of federal activities outside Washington, D.C.
Partners
- Federal agencies in the Baltimore area for joint initiatives
- Local and state government for community projects
- Educational and non-profit organizations for community service and volunteerism
Number of employees
The exact number of employees or members is not publicly specified, but BFEB involves representatives from over 50 federal agencies.
Organization structure
BFEB's structure includes:
Leader
The head of the BFEB is known as the Executive Director of the Baltimore Federal Executive Board.
Divisions
- Committees for various interagency projects
- Task forces for special initiatives like emergency response or community outreach
List of programs
- Combined Federal Campaign (CFC)
- Federal Employee Viewpoints Survey (FEVS) support
- Leadership and professional development workshops
- Community service events and environmental projects[2]
Last total enacted budget
Specific budget details for the BFEB are not publicly disclosed, as they are part of the broader OPM budget.
Staff
The staff includes the Executive Director, administrative support, and volunteers from various federal agencies.
Funding
Funding for BFEB activities comes from the budgets of the federal agencies it serves, with some support from OPM.
Services provided
The BFEB provides services like facilitating interagency communication, professional development for federal employees, and community service programs. It also acts as a liaison during emergencies, coordinating federal responses to local needs.[3]
Headquarters address
31 Hopkins Plaza, Room 440, Baltimore, MD 21201
History
The BFEB was established as part of the 1968 expansion of the Federal Executive Boards by President Lyndon B. Johnson, aimed at improving federal coordination and community engagement in major metropolitan areas outside the capital.
External links
References
- ↑ Office of Personnel Management (2025). "Baltimore Federal Executive Board". Federal Executive Boards.
- ↑ Office of Personnel Management (2025). "Baltimore Federal Executive Board". Federal Executive Boards.
- ↑ Office of Personnel Management (2025). "Baltimore Federal Executive Board". Federal Executive Boards.