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Veterans Relief Fund
The Veterans Advisory Board is held the first Wednesday of each month at 11:00 am in the Lower Level BOCC Room of the Lewis County Historic Courthouse. This is an open meeting and the public is welcome. Veterans' Relief Fund Veterans or spouses of veterans may be eligible for assistance through the Veterans Relief Fund. Possible help includes:Funeral ExpensesUtilitiesRent/HousingEmergency Medical ExpensesFood VouchersGas VouchersQualifying applicants may receive:Funeral assistance up to $1,000Rent/Housing assistance up to $1,000 or 75% of rent, whichever is lowerUp to $500 (no money is given to the applicant) in assistance for categories other than funeral expenses or housing.To …
Public Health - March 21, 2016, 10:30 a.m.
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Public Health & Social Services
About Quick Links Contact & Hours Health is the foundation of a thriving community. We work with others to build a solid foundation that supports good health for all by making sure everyone has clean air and water, healthy food, and access to healthcare and safe neighborhoods.Mission: Lewis County Public Health & Social Services strives to encourage local, regional, state and national relationships and opportunities to protect, promote and improve the health of our community.Vision: A Safe, Healthy and Thriving Lewis County.These statements were developed and accepted as part of our ongoing strategic planning process. Through strategic planning, we hope …
Public Health - Jan. 23, 2019, 4:12 p.m.
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FAQ's
What are noxious weeds? "Noxious weed" is the traditional, legal term for invasive, non-native plants that are highly destructive, competitive, and difficult to control or eliminate. Noxious weeds can include non-native grasses, flowering plants, shrubs, and even trees. Noxious weeds can also include aquatic plants. Many noxious weeds started out as ornamental plants that eventually escaped the garden setting, while others were accidentally introduced through human travel and trade. Regardless of how they got to Washington State, all noxious weeds pose a serious threat to our economy, agriculture, local ecosystems, and wildlife habitats. Some noxious weeds are toxic to humans …
Weed Control - April 12, 2016, 1:22 p.m.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for a job with Lewis County? The first step is to check the Job Board daily for all current open positions within Lewis County government. Read the job posting and job description thoroughly. If you are qualified for an open position, fill out and sign a Lewis County employment application. Return the application along with any other required documents before the closing date listed in the Job Posting. Where can I get a Lewis County employment application? You can click on “Job Board” on this website. All job openings will have an editable PDF application form. …
Human Resources - April 25, 2016, 8:15 a.m.
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2022 Sales for 2023 Assessments for 2024 Tax Year
The following page(s) list sales in Lewis County for the calendar year of 2022. Sales from 2022 were the primary market data used in setting values for Assessment Year 2023 for Taxes payable in 2024. The assessment/lien date for Assessment Year 2023 is 1/1/2023. This means your assessed value for this year should reflect 100% of the market value of your property as of 1/1/2023.The Lewis County Assessor's Office gives no warranties expressed or implied for the data contained herein, for its use, or for its interpretation.Citizens using this information should perform their own research to verify each transaction.A key …
Assessor - Nov. 9, 2023, 4:38 p.m.
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2022 Budget
2022 Lewis County BudgetBudget Call LetterPreliminary Budget MessageFinal Budget Reports as of 12-2-2021 for Final Adoption on 12-6-2021RevenueGeneral Fund | By Department - 2022 Final Revenue Estimates - SummaryGeneral Fund | By Department -2022 Final Revenue Estimates - DetailALL Funds | 2022 Final Revenue EstimatesExpendituresGeneral Fund | By Department - 2022 Final Expenditure SummaryGeneral Fund | By Department -2022 Final Expenditure Estimates - DetailALL Funds | 2022 Final ExpendituresPreliminary Budget Reports as of 10-5- 2021Summary Preliminary Budget ReportsGeneral Fund | By Department - 2022 Preliminary Revenue Estimates - SummaryGeneral Fund | By Department - 2022 Preliminary Expenditure SummaryPreliminary Revenue ReportsAll …
Budget - Oct. 13, 2021, 11:05 a.m.
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Parrotfeather
Myriophyllum aquaticum Parrotfeather - An escaped ornamental that is submerged until it grows long enough to reach the surface where it will then have emergent leaves. This plant has a unique highly hydrophobic property that allows its leaves to hold bubbles of air.Leaves: Featherlike with whorled formation of 4 to 6 leaves. The subsurface leaves are darker than the emerged leaves which are bright green and resemble little fir tree seedlings.Flowers: Inconspicuous whitish flowers found at the leaf axils of emerging stems during summer months.Habitat: Found in freshwater ponds, streams, lakes and rivers. Tends to be rooted in shallow muddy …
Weed Control - Sept. 26, 2022, 11:33 a.m.
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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.
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Brazilian Elodea
Egeria densa Brazilian Elodea - Also known as Brazilian Waterweed, its a fully submerged ornamental that is used primarily in fish aquariums.Leaves: Lower leaves grow in a whorled formation and typically consist of 4 leaves per whorl. Upper portions of stem often appear more dense than the base. Color can vary from bright to dark green depending on light availability, time of year and growing conditions.Flowers: Small white flowers with 3 petals and yellow center, on thread-like stems will often breech the water's surface when in bloom. Blooms in summer.Habitat: Can infest the beds of freshwater lakes or rivers or …
Weed Control - Sept. 26, 2022, 11:01 a.m.
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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.