Vision Statement:

We envision the Kanawha County Public Library as the people's premier source of information in a community where learning and reading are revered and being well informed is valued.

Mission Statement:

To provide free, equal and uncensored access to information
To provide citizens with job training and career development information that will prepare them for a competitive job market
To enrich individual and family lives through satisfying educational, recreational and cultural experiences
To enable patrons to access new information technology
To provide opportunities for lifelong learning
To serve as the center of community life
To use available resources efficiently
To seek additional resources