1. Recycle paint for free at the SWW Fairgrounds

    Lewis County Solid Waste Utility is partnering with Green Sheen Paint and the Southwest Washington Fair to offer a free paint recycling event on Saturday, Sept. 20, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Drop off unwanted paint cans and leftover paint. The event will take place in the Blue Pavilion Parking Lot at the Southwest Washington Fairground, 1909 S. Gold Street, Centralia, WA 98531. The event is open to residential and business customers. For more information and to register: https://circular.eco/event/Lewis92025


    Solid Waste - Aug. 6, 2025, 10:44 a.m.

  2. East end residents: drop off unwanted chemicals in Morton today

    Lewis County residents can drop off unwanted household chemicals, up to five gallons of used motor oil, aerosol (spray) cans), and up to 10 burned out fluorescent light bulbs at Hazo Hut at the East Lewis County Transfer Station, 6745 US Hwy 12, Morton, today from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. These are the limits for each household each day that the Hazo Hut is open. This time is reserved for residential customers only. Business customers must make an appointment by calling 360-740-1221 or emailing swu@lewiscountywa.gov.


    Solid Waste - Sept. 24, 2025, 2:15 p.m.

  3. Head Start on the Holidays

    Where: Centralia Church of God, 3320 Borst Ave., CentraliaPlease join us for another amazing upcycling class! This is a hands-on workshop offering re-purposing and gift ideas using materials that would otherwise end up in the landfill.Please use the link below to find out more information on this fantastic opportunity!Head Start on the HolidaysIf you have any questions or would like to register for this class please contact Jason Adams by email at jason.adams@lewiscountywa.gov or by phone at 360-740-1216.


    Solid Waste - Oct. 31, 2019, 10:41 a.m.

  4. 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.

  5. COVID-19: What can I do to help?

    Give Blood The American Red Cross reminds everyone that blood and blood product donations are needed every day. You can donate safely, even during the COVID-19 outbreak. Learn more and make an appointment at: https://rcblood.org/3469Siq United Way DonationsUnited Way of Lewis County is now accepting donations to the Lewis County COVID-19 Response Fund. Click here for more information. VolunteerIf you are looking for opportunities to safely volunteer during the relief efforts in Lewis County, please visit http://volunteerlewis.org/


    Central Services - March 24, 2020, 9:54 a.m.

  6. Small Works Roster Members Only - Material Purchase for the Cousins Rd Culvert Project

    In order to bid on this project you need to be a registered member of the Small Works Roster prior to the award of this project. A new project has been added to the Contract Ads and Calls for Bid page. Bids are due May 12, 2014 by 11:00 am at the Lewis County Commissioner's Office, (Lewis County Courthouse, 2nd Floor, 351 NW North St, Chehalis, WA, 98532). The Bids will be opened at 11:30 or later. Access the details and necessary documents by clicking here.


    Public Works - May 5, 2014, 3:27 p.m.

  7. Small Works Roster Members Only - Asphalt Services for Godfrey & Chandler Roads Culvert Replacement Project

    In order to bid on this project you need to be a registered member of the Small Works Roster prior to the award of this project. A new project has been added to the Contract Ads and Calls for Bid page. Bids are due Aug. 1, 2013 by 11:00 am at the Lewis County Commissioner's Office, (Lewis County Courthouse, 2nd Floor, 351 NW North St, Chehalis, WA, 98532). The Bids will be opened at 11:30 or later. Access the details and necessary documents by clicking here.


    Public Works - July 22, 2013, 4:14 p.m.

  8. Small Works Roster Members Only - Crane Services for Godfrey Road Culvert Replacement Project

    In order to bid on this project you need to be a registered member of the Small Works Roster prior to the award of this project. A new project has been added to the Contract Ads and Calls for Bid page. Bids are due Aug. 1, 2013 by 11:00 am at the Lewis County Commissioner's Office, (Lewis County Courthouse, 2nd Floor, 351 NW North St, Chehalis, WA, 98532). The Bids will be opened at 11:30 or later. Access the details and necessary documents by clicking here.


    Public Works - July 22, 2013, 4:07 p.m.

  9. New! STP - Transportation Enhancement Program Grant

    The Federal Transportation Acts have provided a 10% set-aside from the Surface Transportation Program (STP) for the enhancement program. The purpose of the transportation enhancement program is to fund projects that allow communities to strengthen the local economy, improve the quality of life, enhance the travel experience for people traveling by all modes and protect the environment. Projects must relate to surface transportation, and include at least one of the twelve (12) qualifying activities contained in the information located here. Applications are due by 5pm, Friday, July 16, 2010.


    Public Works - May 19, 2010, 9:57 a.m.

  10. Planning Commission Public Sign-Up Form


    Community Development - June 21, 2022, 4:52 p.m.