The Portage Development Board (PDB) is incorporated as a 501 (C)(3) for the purpose of creating a public-private organization that provides economic development services to Portage County. The PDB consists of up to a 37 member Board of Directors which includes a 9 member Executive Committee. Its responsibilities include providing assistance to industrial Realtors, builders, local industries and local communities in an effort to maintain and improve the economic base in Portage County.