1. Point of Contact / Policy / Form

    Public Records Officer point of contact is Casey Mauermann (publicrecords@lewiscountywa.gov)Public Records Request PolicyTo initiate a new request click on "Submit a Records Request.Requests can also be submitted by completing the Lewis County Public Disclosure Request Form and present to the PDR Manager, Monday – Friday 8AM to 5PM. You may also mail the completed form to: Lewis County Public Disclosure Manager, 351 NW North Street, Chehalis, WA 98532; via Email or Fax to (360) 740-1494.Lewis County utilizes a web-based Records Center, below, for tracking and delivery of records requests. Click "View My Requests" to login.Here is the link to go …


    Public Records - March 11, 2016, 1:51 p.m.

  2. About the BOCC

    Sean D. Swope, Commissioner District No. 1Lindsey R. Pollock, DVM, Commissioner District No. 2Scott J. Brummer, Commissioner District No. 3Board of County Commissioners351 NW North Street, Room 210Chehalis WA, 98532Phone: 360-740-1120Fax: (360) 740-1475The Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) is the county’s legislative and budget authority.The three county commissioners are elected to four-year terms. The county is divided into three districts of relatively equal population as determined by federal census every 10 years. At the time of election, each commissioner must live in and represent his/her district.The commissioner positions are partisan, and candidates are selected via a primary election in their …


    Commissioners - March 11, 2016, 1:40 p.m.

  3. Guidelines for Completing an Application

    Read the following instructions carefully before completing the application: 1. Job Posting: Read and follow all instructions and requirements in the Job Posting. 2. Application: The Lewis County application form must be used. A separate application is required for each open position you are applying for. 3. Signature: The application and release form must be signed. 4. Accuracy: All questions must be answered completely and accurately. You may be disqualified for any false or misleading statements or for omitting information. 5. Position: Fill in the position title you are applying for. If it is left blank, your application may be …


    Human Resources - Jan. 8, 2016, 10:13 a.m.

  4. Preparing an Appeal

    Comparable sales You may obtain comparable sales information from records at the Assessor's Office, from realtors, or title companies. Select sales that are "arm's length transactions" of properties which sold closest to the assessment or appraisal date of your property. The best sales comparisons are sales of your property or sales of similar properties located in your area or neighborhood.For each comparable sale you use, be sure to include the parcel or account number, the address of the property, the date of sale, and the sale price. Also include comparable characteristics of the property. Comparable characteristics to consider are: Land, …


    Commissioners - July 16, 2014, 12:57 p.m.

  5. Filing a Petition

    Real Property and Personal PropertyPetition Filing Instructions and Board of Equalization RequirementsFor a successful appeal please thoroughly read all information provided, particularly in the section ‘Evidence’ : Reasons Not ConsideredAssessment comparisons of other propertyPercentage of value increasesPersonal hardshipAmount of taxOther matters not directly related to the market value Evidence The issue before the Board is the market value of your property. You need to furnish evidence that demonstrates that the Assessor’s valuation exceeds your property’s fair market value. State law requires the Assessor to value all taxable property at 100 percent of its true and fair market value, according to …


    Commissioners - July 16, 2014, 1:01 p.m.

  6. Treasurer's Office Staff

    Arny Davis Treasurer Noah Hudson Investment & Banking Officer Shelly Stewart Chief Deputy Treasurer Ellen Bray Revenue Deputy Accountant Michelle Norquist Accounting Specialist Danielle Breen Accounting Specialist Laura Rider Foreclosure Deputy Rhonda Kinswa Customer Service Deputy Taylor Toepelt Customer Service Deputy


    Treasurer - March 28, 2017, 9:51 a.m.

  7. Lewis County Disposal District cancels regular meeting

    The Lewis County Solid Waste Disposal District No. 1 Commissioners have canceled their regularly scheduled July meeting, and rescheduled it to July 21 at 10:30 a.m. in the hearing room of the Lewis County Commissioners, second floor of the historic Lewis County Courthouse, 351 N.W. North St., Chehalis, WA 98532.Pursuant to RCW 36.58.100 et seq., the Lewis County Solid Waste Disposal District (LCSWDD) No. 1, a quasi-municipal corporation, was established by Ordinance 1124 (now LCC 8.15.150) in 1992, after Lewis County and all incorporated cities signed an interlocal agreement to form it. In addition to forming the district, the agreement …


    Solid Waste - May 8, 2025, 1:03 p.m.

  8. Disposal District Commissioners reschedule monthly meeting to today

    The Lewis County Solid Waste Disposal District No. 1 Commissioners have canceled their regularly scheduled July meeting, and rescheduled it to July 21 at 10:30 a.m. in the hearing room of the Lewis County Commissioners, second floor of the historic Lewis County Courthouse, 351 N.W. North St., Chehalis, WA 98532.Pursuant to RCW 36.58.100 et seq., the Lewis County Solid Waste Disposal District (LCSWDD) No. 1, a quasi-municipal corporation, was established by Ordinance 1124 (now LCC 8.15.150) in 1992, after Lewis County and all incorporated cities signed an interlocal agreement to form it. In addition to forming the district, the agreement …


    Solid Waste - July 8, 2025, 10:22 a.m.

  9. Segregation Mapping

    The Lewis County Segregation/Mapping processes recorded deeds and other conveyance instruments for real property to verify recorded legal descriptions, create, segregate and combine tax parcels. The County Geographic Information System (GIS) database is updated and kept at a current status. The Department updates ownership on all real estate transfers. The method of acquiring title is determined, ownership and legal descriptions are verified, and land area computed when necessary. The department must have current knowledge of property tax rules, be familiar with the appraisal process and all assessment records, in addition to exemption related activities affecting real - personal property The …


    Assessor - March 5, 2012, 12:19 p.m.

  10. Weed Identification

    Successful weed management starts with proper identification What is it? Is it noxious? Is it native? Is it poisonous? Is it even a weed?Weeds can fall under many different categories, and sometimes the same weed can be many of these at once! The first step in successful weed management is accurate identification and understanding of its life cycle. We are available to identify weeds both in the office and on site. There are also numerous resources online to help identify the weed in question, along with descriptions of feasible control options and methods, here are a few of our favorites:Washington …


    Weed Control - Sept. 27, 2019, 12:57 p.m.