This analysis provides a detailed description of Portage County and the system of library services extant. A socio-economic profile describes the county's history and geographic location, population development, school district population, life style, income, poverty, transportation and land use. Individual descriptions of the county's library facilities are given including: location, facility design, library staff, total volumes and hours of operation. Opinion surveys provide insight into how the patron views the public library. From this base of information, plans for future library services are presented and suggestions are given to help implement these changes. (MF)