The National Capital Planning Commission held two open houses which included this presentation of the draft update to the Federal Workplace Element. The element is open for a public review and comment period that extends through Monday, September 16, 2019. The Federal Workplace Element establishes policies to emphasize Washington as the seat of the federal government; efficiently plan and locate federal workplaces so they contribute to National Capital Region’s economic well-being; promote resource protection, and provide sustainable and healthy work environments for its workforce.