1. Consider the Weed Wrench

    If a small population of invasive Scotch broom inhabits a portion of your land, consider controlling it with the use of a Weed Wrench. Scotch broom is that evergreen shrub that will begin blooming with bright yellow flowers in the next few weeks. The plant is easily extracted with human power and a tool called a Weed Wrench that grips the base of the plant tightly and pulled from the soil, when the handle is levered over. Larger populations of broom should consider other control methods including selective herbicides to manage this noxious weed. Contact the Lewis County Noxious Weed …


    Weed Control - May 3, 2011, 2:22 p.m.

  2. Bridge Program

    Bridges of many kinds are an integral part of every county road system. The safety and adequacy of these bridges is of vital importance to the traveling public. A program of regular periodic inspection and reporting is necessary to fully inform each county legislative authority regarding the condition and adequacy of all bridges.The County Engineer has a complete inventory of all National Bridge Inventory (NBI) bridges on the county road system, and shall be responsible for all routine and special inspections of all NBI bridges on the county road system in accordance with the National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS) as …


    Public Works - Sept. 16, 2021, 9:56 a.m.

  3. Food Safety Program

    Washington State Retail Food Code The Washington State Retail Food Code addresses current foodborne illness risks and the best methods for prevention in restaurants and many other types of food service establishments.Most food establishments are now required to have a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on staff. The CFPM must train each person in charge of implementing relevant food safety procedures. The CFPM does not have to be on site at all times, but does need to be available for training and consultation as needed. There are several organizations approved to issue CFPM certification, each with their own training and …


    Environmental Health - Nov. 23, 2015, 10:58 a.m.

  4. Hearing: Transfer from Open Space Farm and Agriculture Conservation Land to Open Space Farm & Agriculture

    NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Department of Revenue proposes to grant to the County Assessor the authority to approve transfer applications from OOpen Space Farm and Agriculture Conservation Land to Open Space Farm & Agriculture for certain lands in Lewis County. 1 parcel will be considered for transfer to the special classification on this day. NOTICE is also given that a public hearing on these proposed classifications of lands will be held in the Commissioner’s Hearing Room located in the Courthouse on Main Street, Chehalis, Washington on Tuesday, March 13, 2012, at 10:00 a.m. at which time and place …


    Assessor - Feb. 22, 2012, 4 p.m.

  5. Hearing: Transfers from Open Space Timber Land to Open Space Farm & Agriculture

    NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Department of Revenue proposes to grant to the County Assessor the authority to approve transfer applications from Open Space Timber Land to Open Space Farm and Agriculture for certain lands in Lewis County. 2 parcels will be considered for transfer to the special classification on this day. NOTICE is also given that a public hearing on these proposed classifications of lands will be held in the Commissioner’s Hearing Room located in the Courthouse on Main Street, Chehalis, Washington on Tuesday, March 13, 2012, at 10:00 a.m. at which time and place any person may …


    Assessor - Feb. 22, 2012, 3:42 p.m.

  6. Hearing: Transfer from Open Space Farm and Agriculture Conservation Land to Open Space Farm & Agriculture

    NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Department of Revenue proposes to grant to the County Assessor the authority to approve transfer applications from Open Space Farm and Agriculture Conservation Land to Open Space Farm & Agriculture for certain lands in Lewis County. 1 parcel will be considered for transfer to the special classification on this day. NOTICE is also given that a public hearing on these proposed classifications of lands will be held in the Commissioner’s Hearing Room located in the Courthouse on Main Street, Chehalis, Washington on Tuesday, March 13, 2012, at 10:00 a.m. at which time and place …


    Assessor - Feb. 22, 2012, 3:45 p.m.

  7. Notice of Public Hearing

    NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held by the Lewis County Noxious Weed Control Board to amend the Rules and Regulations of the Weed Board. The proposed amendment would require Board members to attend all meetings and provide a mechanism for their removal if they fail to attend in certain circumstances. Said hearing will be held May 4, 2021 at 4:00 PM in the Lewis County Weed Board office at 157 NW Chehalis Ave. Chehalis, WA. Any person may appear and be heard either for or against the adoption of the proposed matters. An open public …


    Weed Control - April 13, 2021, 10:46 a.m.

  8. WSU Extension Gardening for Everyone

    WSU Extension Lewis County will be offering a free workshop "Gardening for Everyone" at Centralia Community College. To register or for more information contact Jason Adams at jason.adams@lewiscountywa.gov or at (360) 740-1216.


    Weed Control - Sept. 27, 2019, 9:34 a.m.

  9. Interlocal agreement for use of jail facilities between the Lewis County Sheriff/County and the City of Olympia

    Please see attached.


    Commissioners - Jan. 16, 2019, noon

  10. Press Release 03-09-23: Former Lewis County Sheriff's Office Employee Referred on Charges Related to Theft of Funds

    Click here for original release


    Sheriff - March 9, 2023, 3:45 p.m.