1. Commercial Vehicle Enforcement

    Commercial Vehicle Enforcement responsibilities include:Commercial enforcement throughout the county.Coordinating training on CDL issues and keeping records to comply with federal code reference Medical Cards and Driver Abstracts.Assisting the Road Maintenance Supervisors with Haz-Mat issues and any other issues that they need assistance with.Represents the Sheriff Office on the Code Enforcement committee. See here.Responding to public questions, issues and concerns.Helping with information regarding Specs for commercial vehicle bids.Coordinating information for Road Maintenance Supervisor regarding disaster recovery.


    Public Works - Jan. 3, 2011, 10:17 a.m.


  2. Known Toxic Sites

    Superfund Sites are described as "Thousands of contaminated sites exist nationally due to hazardous waste being dumped, left out in the open, or otherwise improperly managed. These sites include manufacturing facilities, processing plants, landfills and mining sites." EPA, What is a Superfund?For more information on this please see Environmental Protection AgencySearch for Superfund Sites in the Pacific Northwest and Alaska. Various Articles Washington State Department of Ecology Site Clean-up Search PageState identifies more toxic sites needing cleanupWashington State Department of Ecology,Toxic Cleanups: Hazardous Sites List


    Environmental Health - Oct. 23, 2014, 2:01 p.m.


  3. Pumper Info

    Pumpers are regulated by Lewis County Code 8.40.300 and 8.40.320.To submit a monthly pumping report, you may send them by email, mail, or in person.rae.sisson@lewiscountywa.gov125 NW Chehalis Ave Chehalis, WA 98532.Interested in being added to the Lewis County's list of Certified Pumpers?The following criteria would need to be met:ApplicationNon-refundable Fee $335Current state registration certificate and bondFor more information on becoming a New Certified Septic Installer, Pumper, or Designer, please contact our office 360-740-2718 or visit us at 125 NW Chehalis Ave Chehalis, WA 98532.


    Environmental Health - Jan. 30, 2020, 2:52 p.m.


  4. Property Taxes

    Property taxes for all taxing districts are collected by the Lewis County Treasurer. The amount of the bill is based on the following Information:The property taxable value established by the Office of Lewis County Assessor.The taxable value may be the same as the assessed value unless a special use exemption is applied.The levy rate as adopted by the taxing district legislative authority under guidelines in the Revised Code of Washington.Request name and/or address changePay your taxes by ACH 2026 Property Tax Information 2026 Property Tax Statements are tentatively scheduled to be mailed out on February 13th, 2026. This date is …


    Treasurer - Feb. 13, 2015, 10:23 a.m.


  5. MRC Tool Bucket Library Open House

    The Master Recycler Composters of Lewis County have officially opened the MRC Tool Bucket Library and the Floral Park Sustainability Park. They are inviting the public to an open house from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Aug. 22 at Floral Park Sustainability Project, 103 E. Floral St., Centralia, to learn about both community programs. The tool library is just like a book library, but it offers tools for checkout. In addition to learning about the tool library and Floral Park, MRC Volunteers will have information on how to volunteer with their group and their community projects. If you have questions …


    Solid Waste - July 18, 2025, 9:35 a.m.


  6. About the Treasurer

    Meet Arny Davis - Lewis County Treasurer Arny Davis was elected as Lewis County Treasurer and assumed office in January of 2015. He is the 28th treasurer to serve since 1850. Arny served as Chief Deputy Treasurer for two and a half years prior to becoming Lewis County Treasurer. He chairs the County Finance Committee and oversees a staff of eight at the Treasurer’s office. The County Treasurer holds a key position of public trust in the financial affairs of local government.Arny Davis brings over 30 years of business management, finance, accounting, marketing and strategic planning experience to the Treasurer’s …


    Treasurer - April 27, 2015, 4:40 p.m.


  7. Glass

    There are four drop-off locations to recycle glass bottles and jars in Lewis County. Here are the rules:Glass bottles and jars onlyGlass bottles and jars may be mixed by colors. They do not need to be separated.Please empty, clean, and dry containers--Labels are OKThrow away lidsNo window glass, automotive glass, ceramics, drinking glasses or mirrorsHere are the locations:Forest Grange3397 Jackson HighwayChehalis, WA 98532Pe Ell Utility Shop1101 N. First St.Pe Ell, WA 98572Lewis County CentralSolid Waste Transfer Station1411 S. Tower Ave.Centralia, WA 98531East Lewis CountyTransfer Station6745 U.S. Hwy 12Morton, WA 98356


    Solid Waste - Dec. 2, 2024, 4:42 p.m.


  8. Paper

    Paper can be recycled:In your curbside recycling container at your house:Curbside recycling is available to all residents in Lewis County. Please do not tie up your paper items. Recycle paper loose in the container. Please call LeMay, the curbside recycling service provider at 360-736-4769, if you have questions about this program, or if you would like to subscribe to it.NewspapersMagazinesOffice paperSchool paperMailPaperback booksPaper bags and boxesPaper gift wrap that does not have foil on it.Corrugated cardboard boxes with shiny printing on themPlease place items in the container loose--do not bag or tie with a stringDrop off for free at the …


    Solid Waste - Dec. 2, 2024, 4:42 p.m.


  9. Food Worker Classes

    Health Department Classes: When and Where The in-person food worker card classes have been canceled until further notice.Food worker cards can still be obtained online at www.foodworkercard.wa.gov. Please call 360-740-1231 if you have any questions or concerns.Study guides are available on the DOH Website. Expiration and Renewal Initial Food Worker cards are good for two years, while renewals are good for three years. To qualify for a renewal card, you must take the class before your current card expires.Five year cards are available for those who have taken an approved advanced food safety class such as ServSafe within the previous …


    Environmental Health - Feb. 16, 2016, 8:48 a.m.


  10. 2021 Budget

    Lewis County 2021 Budget Preliminary Budget MessagePrelim Budget Presentation FINAL BUDGET as of 12-7-2020Resolution REVENUE:Revenue Summary Reports - All FundsRevenue Detail - All FundsRevenue Detail General Fund Only EXPENDITURES:Expenditure Summary Reports - All FundsExpenditure Detail - General FundExpenditures Detail - All FundsFINAL TAX RESOLUTIONSSubstantial Need2021 Levies for General and Road FundsSummary ReportsGeneral Fund | By Department - 2021 Preliminary Revenue Estimates - SummaryGeneral Fund | By Department - 2021 Preliminary Exp. SummaryRevenue ReportsAll Funds | By Department/Fund - 2021 Preliminary Revenue Estimates - SummaryAll Funds | By Department/Fund - 2021 Preliminary Revenue Estimates- DetailExpenditure ReportsAll Funds | By Department/Fund - …


    Budget - Oct. 8, 2020, 9:43 a.m.