• 1967 – The Federal Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) identifies regional local development districts (LDDs)
• Late 1970’s – Vocational Technical Schools in the regional were established and received funding for specialized training as well as the schools and their construction
• Early 80’s – Primary Health Care Centers were a regional and federal priority
• Mid 1990’s – Multi-tenant centers, industrial incubators, industrial parks, and NCPRPDC Revolving Loan Fund established to assist new and businesses
• Mid 2000’s – Access roads to support economic growth, basic infrastructure, airport development (PA Wilds, Elk Visitor Center), education, and job training projects
• 2011 – Creation of the Partnerships for Regional Economic Performance
• 2019 – New Strategic Plan completed
• 2020 – Board restructured to align with and support strategic plan implementation