1. Title III Funding

    The public is invited to submit applications for Title III projects designed to improve National Forest lands and the rural economies of Lewis County. Applications must be received by Friday, August 31, 2012, at 5:00 p.m. Lewis County is requesting proposals for projects that might qualify for funding under Title III, Public Law 110-343. Download the Official Application Download the Official Application (Word) Download Instructions


    Commissioners - Aug. 13, 2012, 8:12 a.m.

  2. 2017 Budget

    2017 Final Resolution-presented to the BOCC and Public on 12/05/16. 2017 Preliminary Budget Summary2017 Preliminary Power Point (does not include final changes)- Public Information meeting on 11/21/16 General Fund-Prelim Revenue Detail Expenditure Detail Special Revenue Funds-Prelim Revenue Detail Expenditure Detail Debt Service Funds-Prelim Revenue Detail Expenditure Detail Capital Funds-Prelim Revenue Detail Expenditure Detail Enterprise Funds-Prelim Revenue Detail Expenditure Detail Internal Service Funds-Prelim Revenue Detail Expenditure Detail


    Budget - Nov. 10, 2016, 6:07 p.m.

  3. Lewis County Comprehensive Plan update public meeting

    Lewis County is required by the state to updated the Comprehensive Plan starting in 2023 and finishing in 2025. The official kick-off will be at 6 p.m. Tuesday Sept. 26 with a joint session between the Lewis County Commissioners and Planning Commission to establish the scope of work. The public is invited to attend the meeting at the historic Lewis County Courthouse in Chehalis.


    News Room - Aug. 25, 2023, 9:10 a.m.

  4. New Addendum - Cowlitz River Public Access Park Project

    There has been an addendum added to the Cowlitz River Public Access Park Project page. The bids are due Aug. 12, 2021 by 12:15 pm at the Lewis County Commissioner's Office, (Lewis County Courthouse, 2nd Floor, Room 210, 351 NW North St, Chehalis, WA, 98532). The bids will be opened at 12:15 pm or later.Access the details and necessary documents, and get on the planholders list here.


    Public Works - Aug. 5, 2021, 1:45 p.m.

  5. Complaints

    . Complaints for public nuisances can be phoned in during normal business hours.Complaints may be submitted by using the online form below. Please include specific information such as the type of nuisance (solid waste, hulk vehicles, failing septic, etc.), the location (by address/tax parcel number) and any other information pertinent to the complaint. All complaint information is subject to the Public Disclosure Act, RCW 42.56.Complaint Form


    Code Compliance - June 8, 2022, 8:43 a.m.

  6. Household chemicals can go to Hazo Hut today

    Lewis County residents can drop off up to 10 burned out fluorescent lights at Hazo Hut at the transfer station in Centralia, 1411 S. Tower Ave. Unwanted household chemicals, excluding PaintCare items (Please visit PaintCare.org to learn more about PaintCare items and find out where to drop off PaintCare items locally, used motor oil and antifreeze, up to five gallons each, can also be dropped off at this time.


    Solid Waste - July 18, 2024, 3:55 p.m.

  7. Request for Qualifications - Update of the Lewis County Comprehensive Solid Waste & Hazardous Waste Management Plan

    There has been a Request for Qualifications added to the Contract Ads and Calls for Bid page. Please submit a complete proposal packet to: Teri Lopez, Lewis County Solid Waste Utility, PO Box 180, Centralia, WA 98531, swu@lewiscountywa.gov no later than 3:00 p.m. on December 2, 2022. Submittals will not be accepted after that time and date.Access the details and necessary documents here.


    Public Works - Oct. 27, 2022, 10:52 a.m.

  8. Used motor oil can be dropped off at Hazo Hut today

    Hazo Hut at the Lewis County Central Transfer Station, 1411 S. Tower Ave., Centralia, is open today from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. to accept unwanted household chemicals, up to 10 burned out fluorescent lights and up to 5 gallons of used motor oil or antifreeze. Hazo Hut is open every Wednesday and the first and the third Saturday of each month from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.


    Solid Waste - July 30, 2024, 3 p.m.

  9. Senior / Disabled Persons Exemption

    If you are a senior citizen or disabled person in need of property tax assistance, you may be able to take advantage of the property tax exemption program.For information on the Washington State Department of Revenue's guidelines for the Senior/Disabled Person's Exemption click here for the Property Tax Exemption for Senior Citizens and Disabled Persons publication. Once the exemption is granted, it does not need to be repaid. Eligibility Requirements Age or Disability By December 31 of the assessment year, you must be any of the following:At least 61 years of age.At least 57 years of age and the surviving …


    Assessor - Dec. 9, 2015, 4:50 p.m.

  10. 2016 SALES FOR 2017 ASSESSMENTS, 2018 TAX YEAR

    The following page(s) list sales in Lewis County for the calendar year of 2016. Sales from 2016 were the primary market data used in setting values for Assessment Year 2017 for Taxes payable in 2018. The assessment/lien date for Assessment Year 2017 is 1/1/2017. This means your assessed value for assessment year 2017 should reflect 100% of the market value of your property as of 1/1/2017. Citizens using this information should perform their own research to verify that each transaction is “arm’s length.” An arm’s length transaction is defined as “A transaction between unrelated parties under no duress.” (Appraisal Institute, …


    Assessor - Oct. 26, 2017, 3:16 p.m.