Oregon FEB connects the OR & SW WA federal community, fostering collaboration in emergency management, training, mediation, CFC, and network building. By Presidential Directive in 1961, President John F. Kennedy established FEBs to achieve better interagency coordination and communication among federal departments and activities outside of Washington, DC. The need for effective coordination among federal organization’s field activities was clear in 1961 and is even more important today. Approximately 88% of all federal employees work outside of the National Capital Area and most federal programs are implemented through regional and local offices of departments and agencies. FEBs provide a forum for local federal leaders to connect and discuss management challenges and strategies, enable collaboration on agency mission and goals, common issues, and special initiatives, as well as share best practices. There are 28 FEBs throughout the nation. Click here to view a location map. The Portland Federal Executive Board was established in 1969 and renamed the Oregon FEB in 1998 as part of an effort to expand its service area. Over the years, thousands of federal employees have worked together to create better partnerships and a more effective federal government in our region. There are 28 FEBs throughout the nation. Click here to view a location map. The Portland Federal Executive Board was established in 1969 and renamed the Oregon Federal Executive Board in 1998 as part of an effort to expand its service area. Over the years, thousands of federal employees have worked together to create better partnerships and a more effective federal government in our region.