This is to advise you on further details concerning the security planning for next week's Spring Meetings.
Local law enforcement officials will announce this week their plans for a police security perimeter to be put in place around Bank and Fund headquarters buildings beginning April 11. Staff should note that this may cause delays in automobile access to the Bank and Fund garages, as vehicles will be subject to search, and only individuals with valid IDs will be allowed access.
At the request of D.C. police officials, all Bank and Fund buildings will be open only to essential staff required for the Spring Meetings on April 15, 16 and 17. Other staff should not report for duty during this period.
Bank and Fund garages will be closed on April 15, 16 and 17, and personal vehicles will not be allowed inside the security perimeter; special arrangements for off-site parking and transportation will be made for essential staff and will be communicated separately to those concerned. Please note that the Credit Union and the Travel Office will also be closed on Monday, April 17.
Staff must show a Bank, Fund or Spring Meetings photo ID to gain access through the security perimeter, and are requested to wear their ID at all times while on Bank or Fund premises. To ensure their safety and security, staff are advised not to wear their ID visibly in public places once they leave the security perimeter. IDs must be carefully secured at all times to prevent theft or loss, and any stolen or lost IDs must be reported immediately to the Bank Security office on 458-4489.
We very much regret these inconveniences and will keep you informed of additional information as our planning progresses.
Thank you for your cooperation.