1. Noxious weeds are growing faster than you think!

    Noxious weeds are growing faster than you think! Multiple days of good spring weather in Western Washington may help pesky weeds get the jump on local farmers in their pastures, forest and gardens.  Germination of seed and growth of weeds are very temperature dependent. The optimum temperature for germination varies for individual weeds but many can germinate at low soil temperatures with adequate soil moisture. This is a combination of weather that is common to our area and will speed up the germination of weeds with the current warm trend. Control of annual and biennial weeds remains the same, with …


    Weed Control - March 9, 2015, 9:46 a.m.

  2. *Economic Recovery Forum

    Please see the attached agenda.Update as of 5 p.m. May 5: It sounds like things have been sorted out at the state level. As such, there will be no need for the public to use the Sheriff’s Office Training Room to view the commissioners’ May 6, 2020, meetings. Thank you for your patience.The Lewis County Board of County Commissioners is holding meetings at 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. on Wednesday, May 6, as already noticed on the Lewis County website at https://lewiscountywa.gov/offices/commissioners/agendas-calendar/.In the event that Gov. Inslee does not extend the provisions of Proclamation 20-28.1, which temporarily amends …


    Commissioners - May 1, 2020, 2:59 p.m.

  3. *Directors' Update/COVID-19

    Please see the attached agenda.Update as of 5 p.m. May 5: It sounds like things have been sorted out at the state level. As such, there will be no need for the public to use the Sheriff’s Office Training Room to view the commissioners’ May 6, 2020, meetings. Thank you for your patience.The Lewis County Board of County Commissioners is holding meetings at 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. on Wednesday, May 6, as already noticed on the Lewis County website at https://lewiscountywa.gov/offices/commissioners/agendas-calendar/.In the event that Gov. Inslee does not extend the provisions of Proclamation 20-28.1, which temporarily amends …


    Commissioners - May 1, 2020, 4:04 p.m.

  4. *Prosecutor's Update

    Please see the attached agenda.Update as of 5 p.m. May 5: It sounds like things have been sorted out at the state level. As such, there will be no need for the public to use the Sheriff’s Office Training Room to view the commissioners’ May 6, 2020, meetings. Thank you for your patience.The Lewis County Board of County Commissioners is holding meetings at 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. on Wednesday, May 6, as already noticed on the Lewis County website at https://lewiscountywa.gov/offices/commissioners/agendas-calendar/.In the event that Gov. Inslee does not extend the provisions of Proclamation 20-28.1, which temporarily amends …


    Commissioners - May 5, 2020, 9:05 a.m.

  5. RV Parks & Campground Code Update

    Lewis County is updating development regulations related to RV Parks and Campgrounds. The draft amendments are available for public review. Materials BOCC2023-10-03 FINAL Ordinance 13482023-09-27 BOCC Staff Presentation2023-09-14 Notice of Hearing2023-09-12 DRAFT Ordinance 13482023-08-31 BOCC Staff ReportSEPASEP23-0026 DNSSEP23-0026 Environmental ChecklistSEP23-0026 Tracking SheetPlanning Commission2023-07-31 Letter of Transmittal2023-07-25 Planning Commission Staff Presentation2023-07-25 Planning Commission Meeting Notes2023-07-03 Planning Commission Staff Report2023-07-03 Lewis County Code Chapter 17.10, Definitions2023-07-03 Lewis County Code Chapter 17.144, RV Parks and Campgrounds2023-07-03 Lewis County Code Chapter 16.04, Definitions2023-07-03 Lewis County Code Chapter 17.30.460, Accessory Uses2023-07-03 Lewis County Code Chapter 17.42, Zoning Summary2023-07-03 Lewis County Code Chapter 16.14, Recreational Vehicle …


    Community Development - May 18, 2023, 2:17 p.m.

  6. Women, Infants and Children (WIC)

    The Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program is administered by Lewis County Public Health & Social Services (PHSS). WIC services assure healthy pregnancies, healthy birth outcomes, and healthy growth and development for women, infants, and children up to age five. WIC is available at the Public Health Building, 360 NW North Street in downtown Chehalis. WIC staff also make monthly visits to Randle, Mossyrock, and Winlock. Families of all sizes and types may qualify for WIC. Call 360-740-1255 or 1-800-562-6130 ext. 1255. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. The Washington State WIC Nutrition program does not discriminate.Chehalis Office HoursMonday …


    Public Health - April 6, 2016, 3:05 p.m.

  7. Accreditation

    On 04/10/12 the Lewis County Coroner’s Office was awarded accreditation through the International Association of Coroners & Medical Examiners (IACME). This process began in 2011 and culminated with the inspection process on 04/10/12. We are now one of only five coroner’s offices in Washington State to have received accreditation through this association.The IAC&ME has established a set of accreditation standards and these encompass administration, facilities, forensics and investigative for a total of 130 standards. Applying for accreditation means to voluntarily open your office facilities as well as your policies and procedures for examination by a team of auditors to see …


    Coroner - Sept. 28, 2012, 4:13 p.m.

  8. Remains Identified

    The human remains found near Mineral on Saturday, March 26, 2011, have been positively identified as Michael Lloyd Riemer. Riemer was originally reported as a missing person in December of 1985 to the Pierce County Sheriff’s Department. Riemer was missing along with his significant other, Diana Robertson, also from Pierce County. Their two year old daughter was found wandering alone at a Spanaway K-Mart on the same day Riemer and Robertson went missing. Riemer was 36 years old at the time of his disappearance. Robertson was 21 at the time of her disappearance. Robertson’s remains were found February of 1986 …


    Sheriff - April 12, 2011, 9 a.m.

  9. 2023 Lewis County Hazard Mitigation Plan Update

    HMP Story Map and SurveyThe Lewis County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan, is a countywide plan that identifies risks and ways to minimize damage by natural and manmade disasters. The plan is a comprehensive resource document that serves many purposes such as enhancing public awareness, creating a decision tool for management, promoting compliance with Washington State and Federal program requirements, enhancing local policies for hazard mitigation capability, and providing inter-jurisdictional coordination.This website serves as a location to share with the public the progress made with this plan update. There are provided links on this page that are associated with the creation …


    Emergency Management - April 21, 2023, 12:31 p.m.

  10. Emergency Preparedness

    Lewis County Public Health & Social Services is continually working to improve local capacity to respond to public health emergencies. Emergencies and disasters can impact the public's health in many ways. We are working to enhance our Department's internal readiness, in addition to our ability to work more collaboratively with community partners, emergency responders, and elected officials.The Emergency Preparedness Team leads the Department's efforts to prepare for and respond to public health emergencies in Lewis County. This team includes the Department Director, the Health Officer, Emergency Preparedness Coordinator, Environmental Health Specialists, Communicable Disease staff, and other programs and organizations. Important …


    Public Health - March 24, 2016, 8:12 a.m.