1. Budget

    About Contact The Budget Department is responsible for the development, implementation, and oversight of the countywide budget. Budget Historic Courthouse Rm 209 351 NW North St Chehalis, WA, 98532 (360) 740-1198 Contact Budget Budget Services Every year the County is required by RCW 36.40.080 to adopt an annual budget. The process that culminates in budget adoption spans approximately seven months and is comprehensive and detailed. The Budget Department, under the direction of the County Manager, is responsible for the development, implementation, and oversight of the countywide budget. During the budget process, the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC), County Manager, and …


    Budget - Jan. 23, 2019, 4:12 p.m.

  2. Group B

    These are water supplies that serve 2 to 14 service connections and fewer than 25 people per day or 25 or more people per day for less than 60 days per year. Group B systems are regulated by Lewis County Public Health & Social Services under Lewis County Code 8.55.If your project requires a Professional Engineer or Licensed Hydrogeologist, see the "How to Hire an Licensed Professional" on our "List of Licensed Professionals" page.For more information on obtaining Group B design approval, see our "Resources and forms for Professional Engineers and Licensed Hydrogeologists" page.APPLICATIONS AND PERMITSWAN (Water Availability Notice)Who needs …


    Environmental Health - Jan. 19, 2021, 12:53 p.m.

  3. County seeks applicants for Public Health & Social Services Advisory Board

    The Lewis County Board of Health (BOH) is seeking Lewis County residents interested in serving on the Public Health & Social Services (PHSS) Advisory Board, a volunteer board that advises the BOH on issues affecting community health, environmental health, and social services.The thirteen-member board provides a unique opportunity for community members to share their experience and help shape decisions that affect public health and social services across Lewis County. Advisory Board members bring lived experience and professional expertise to inform plans and programs that impact the health and well-being of local residents.The BOH is accepting applications to fill one At-Large …


    Public Health - March 18, 2026, 9:59 a.m.

  4. Food Worker Classes

    Health Department Classes: When and Where The in-person food worker card classes have been canceled until further notice.Food worker cards can still be obtained online at www.foodworkercard.wa.gov. Please call 360-740-1231 if you have any questions or concerns.Study guides are available on the DOH Website. Expiration and Renewal Initial Food Worker cards are good for two years, while renewals are good for three years. To qualify for a renewal card, you must take the class before your current card expires.Five year cards are available for those who have taken an approved advanced food safety class such as ServSafe within the previous …


    Environmental Health - Feb. 16, 2016, 8:48 a.m.

  5. Public Comment

    The Lewis County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) allows public comment at all of its regular meetings. Any topics can be addressed during the weekly legislative meeting (the “BOCC Business Meeting” held on Tuesdays), but for all other meetings, public comment is limited to final-action items listed on the agenda. Written comment may be submitted via email at bocc@lewiscountywa.gov or by mail at BOCC Public Comment, 351 NW North Street Room 210, Chehalis, WA 98532. Written comment must be received at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting for which it’s being submitted and must be clearly marked as …


    Commissioners - Feb. 25, 2026, 4:57 p.m.

  6. 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.

  7. Representation

    Attorneys who provide public defense services are attorneys in private practice who are contracted with the County.Our mission is to ensure effective and cost-efficient legal representation is available to persons who are eligible for court-appointed counsel, consistent with the Washington and United States Constitutions, laws, and national standards of justice.If you are attempting to contact your attorney and are unable to do so please call 360-740-1339 or email public.defense@lewiscountywa.gov. Please include your name, case number, and a good phone number that we can pass along to your attorney with a message to get in touch with you. Complaints How do …


    Public Defense - April 15, 2025, 1:52 p.m.

  8. ONLINE MARRIAGE APPLICATION

    The Lewis County Auditor's Office offers the ability for applicants to begin the marriage application process from the comfort of their homes. By clicking on the link below, applicants will be able to fill in the necessary information for the marriage application and certificate.After completely filling in all fields and pressing submit, the applicants will be given a marriage application number to bring with them to the Auditor's Office. Applicants will need to bring the number, valid government issued I.D., and cash or check for $172.00.The Auditor's Office processes the licenses Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. until 4:15 p.m. The license …


    Auditor - Oct. 30, 2015, 10:50 a.m.

  9. Planning Commission

    The Lewis County Planning Commission is providing options for public access to the meeting in person, online and by phone. Planning Commission meetings take place at the Packwood Community Hall - 12935 US-12, Packwood, WA 98361 . Alternatively, the public may participate via Zoom using the information in the Meeting Agenda.Meeting Materials:Agenda - 04/08/2025Meeting Notes - 04/08/2025Packwood Staff ReportLewis County Comprehensive Plan Internal Review DraftPackwood UGA & ZoningWritten Testimony Received by 4:00pm on 4/7/2025


    Community Development - Jan. 9, 2025, 3:07 p.m.

  10. GIS Mapping

    GIS stands for Geographic Information System, a computer application that permits geographic and location-related data to be electronically stored and spatially referenced. A GIS allows for digital mapping of land features such as roads, rivers, drainage basins, soil types, hydrology, topography, land use and urban and district boundaries. The GIS is used to obtain and map information about the county to be used in management decisions, county planning, and operations.The GIS Division is responsible for providing geographic services and map products to the Public Works Department and other County offices. Service to outside agencies, organizations and individuals can be performed …


    Public Works - Jan. 10, 2011, 9:38 a.m.