1. Hundreds of Lewis County youth served at Community Resource Fair

    Top center, Community Resource Fair organizers Rickie Anders, left, Lisa Leon and Elyssa Brown. CENTRALIA – Hundreds upon hundreds of families lined the sidewalks outside TransAlta Commons at Centralia College Thursday, Aug. 10, creating a procession that wound through the college campus and west down Centralia College Blvd.Kids of all ages and their parents or guardians gathered from throughout Lewis County to learn about all the resources our community offers and to receive free school supplies, clothing, shoes, backpacks and more.Over 40 community youth and family resource and healthcare agencies gathered for the first-ever Community Resource Fair hosted by the …


    News Room - Aug. 14, 2023, 11:38 a.m.

  2. 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.

  3. *BOCC Wrap-Up / Directors' Update

    Please see the attached agenda for the Directors' Update items.The second part of this agenda -- the one for the Wrap-Up items -- will be added closer to the date of the meeting.


    Commissioners - Nov. 9, 2023, 9:17 p.m.

  4. Notice of Public Hearing for a Traffic Ordinance fixing the maximum speed at which vehicles may be operated over certain roads in Lewis County, Washington_ defining offenses, and providing penalties for the violation thereof

    Please see the attached


    Commissioners - July 20, 2022, 3:55 p.m.

  5. Lewis County Seeks Consultant for Comprehensive Plan Update

    Lewis County and all cities in the county are required by the Washington State Growth Management Act to update their comprehensive plans. The Lewis County Comprehensive Plan identifies a vision for the future for the community, and establishes a set of long-term goals, policies and land use patterns for growth over a 20-year period. Updates will include changes to the zoning map and development regulations. The updates must be completed by June 2025. In July, the county expects to receive a grant from the Washington State Department of Commerce to fund the mandated updates. The Lewis County Department of Community …


    Community Development - June 29, 2023, 9:45 a.m.

  6. Washington State Garlic Festival @ the Southwest Washington Fairgrounds through Aug. 27

    There is no such thing as a little garlic at the Washington State Garlic Festival, happening now through Sunday, Aug. 27 at the Southwest Washington Fairgrounds.A large inflatable garlic arch welcomes you to explore varieties of locally grown garlic and just about any garlic food you can image.Lee and Bonnie Coumbs of Lee’s Magnificent Garlic in Centralia donate all proceeds from this weekend’s festival to Lewis County Work Opportunities. Last year, an estimated $4,000 worth of locally grown garlic was sold. Since 1971 the Chehalis organization has been assisting adults with disabilities obtain employment opportunities in our community.The Garlic Festival …


    News Room - Aug. 25, 2023, 2:25 p.m.

  7. Aquatic Weed Management Permitting Processes

    Join us and earn a few pesticides license credits! We will be offering this in person at the BOCC lower level conference room in the Chehalis Courthouse, and virtually on zoom! Hear from Lewis County Noxious Weeds, WA Department of Agriculture and Department of Ecology professionals about the aquatic species in Lewis County, ongoing/upcoming aquatic weeds projects on the Chehalis river, NPDES permitting processes, and a demonstration of how to access SAW and apply for permit coverage.This is vital information for anyone who may want to address aquatic weeds on their property, or as provided professional service. Bring materials to …


    Weed Control - Dec. 7, 2022, 9:47 a.m.

  8. Community Recycle Event in Toledo

    Toledo volunteers along with the Lewis County Solid Waste Utility, and the Lewis County Parks & Recreation Department are offering a Community Recycle Event in Toledo from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 29 at South County Regional Park. During the event, Lewis County residents will have the opportunity to drop off scrap metal, appliances (two per household, please), glass bottles and jars, unwanted household hazardous waste, TVs (two per household, please), computer monitors, CPUs, fluorescent lights (up to 10 per household, please), and passenger or light truck tires (up to 12 per household). These recycling opportunities will be offered …


    Solid Waste - March 28, 2023, 4 p.m.

  9. Free Yard Waste at Transfer Stations

    Drop off yard waste for FREE today at Lewis County Transfer Stations! This event runs through May 13. CUSTOMERS MUST CHECK IN WITH THE SCALE HOUSE TO GET WEIGHED AT EACH SITE. THE WEIGHT OF THIS MATERIAL MUST BE TRACKED! In Centralia, grass clippings and leaves must be separated from chippable debris, such as branches. The transfer station in Centralia is located at 1411 South Tower Ave. It's hours are 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (gates close at 5:15 p.m.) Mon.-Sat. In Morton, yard waste and wood debris are not separated. The Morton transfer station is located at 6745 US …


    Solid Waste - April 28, 2023, 11:11 a.m.

  10. Free Yard Waste at Transfer Stations (5/2)

    Drop off yard waste for FREE today at Lewis County Transfer Stations! This event runs through May 13. CUSTOMERS MUST CHECK IN WITH THE SCALE HOUSE TO GET WEIGHED AT EACH SITE. THE WEIGHT OF THIS MATERIAL MUST BE TRACKED! In Centralia, grass clippings and leaves must be separated from chippable debris, such as branches. The transfer station in Centralia is located at 1411 South Tower Ave. It's hours are 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (gates close at 5:15 p.m.) Mon.-Sat. In Morton, yard waste and wood debris are not separated. The Morton transfer station is located at 6745 US …


    Solid Waste - April 28, 2023, 11:12 a.m.