1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. Inmate Phone System

    Inmate Phones This facility’s inmate phone system is provided by HOMEWAV. Only inmates may initiate phone calls. ALL CALLS are subject to recording and monitoring. Phone Calls Money can be added to the inmate’s phone account through www.homewav.com utilizing the "Deposit Funds NOW!" button at the top of the HomeWav webpage or by coming onsite and using the HomeWav kiosk in the front lobby. Money can also be added by dialing 314-764-2872. There is a $1.00 charge for adding funds via phone. There is no minimum amount to add however the maximum amount is $250.00When you receive a call you …


    Sheriff - Sept. 15, 2014, 7:21 a.m.

  4. Forest Products Harvesting Permits

    Specialized Forest Products Harvesting PermitsHarvest permits are issued for harvesting and/or transporting all cedar products, including cedar salvage and processed cedar products, and for harvesting and/or transporting the following: Any specialty wood (western red cedar, Englemann spruce, Sitka spruce, big leaf maple, western red alder)• More than five (5) native ornamental trees or shrubs• More than five (5) pounds of cut or picked evergreen foliage• More than five (5) pounds of cascara bark• More than five (5) Christmas trees• More than five (5) gallons of single species of wild edible mushroom• Huckleberries harvested for sale (the permit for this type …


    Sheriff - Aug. 18, 2011, 2:55 p.m.

  5. Basic Jail Information

    The Lewis County Jail lobby is open from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Monday - Friday.We do not pass messages to inmates unless it is a verifiable emergency.We do not give out release date information. You may acquire this information from the inmate.We do not give out court date information. You may acquire this information from the inmate or by calling the court.The Lewis County Jail has implemented set release times. If an inmate is released by the courts, bail or bond after 7:00 AM, the inmate will be generally be released at 11:00 AM or between 3:00 PM - …


    Sheriff - Dec. 15, 2014, 8:22 a.m.

  6. Inmate Commissary

    The Lewis County Jail has a new commissary vendor and inmate financial system. Friends and family can go to www.jailatm.com to place money on their loved one's account. If you run into problems, you can call the Jailatm.com helpline at 870-627-5476How to add money to an inmate's account:Go to jailatm.comYou will be required to make an account in order to place money on an inmate's account. Once you have an account, sign in.Select Send Money Now buttonSelect the appropriate state and facilityEnter at least 3 characters of the resident's last name or their IDEnter your payment information and amount of …


    Sheriff - May 15, 2013, 11 a.m.

  7. Records Requests

    The Records Division of the Lewis County Sheriff’s Office is open to serve the public Monday through Friday, (except Holidays), 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. We are located in the Law and Justice Center at 345 W. Main Street, Chehalis, Washington.The records staff independently coordinates and performs a broad range of technical support services to the Operations, Corrections and Services Bureaus. Support technicians are responsible for computer entry, processing, storage, retrieval and dissemination of various reports, records and information within the Sheriff’s Office, along with assisting the public at the counter and on the phone. The staff includes six support …


    Sheriff - March 31, 2016, 1:23 p.m.

  8. Community Litter Cleanup Program

    Inmate Litter ProgramThe Lewis County Department of Public Works, Solid Waste Utility, operates a litter pick-up program that uses inmate labor from the Lewis County Jail.To report an illegal dump on Lewis County Right of Way or to report a County road in need of litter pickup, please call 360-740-1123 or 360-740-1451. Please have the road name with approximate mile posts available or location of the dump site to report.To report an illegal dump or a Washington State highway in need of litter pickup, please call the Washington Department of Ecology at 360-407-6351. Lewis County is not authorized to clean …


    Solid Waste - Aug. 13, 2014, 12:41 p.m.

  9. Animal Shelter

    Request for Proposals (RFP) for Animal Shelter OperationsLewis County Public Health & Social Services seeks to engage a qualified organization to provide animal shelter operations services that include the humane intake, care, housing, medical attention, and placement of domestic animals, with a focus on maintaining high welfare standards and facilitating positive outcomes for animals in custody.View the Legal Notice Here About Contact The Shelter's goal is to attract responsible pet owners who will provide adopted animals a permanent, loving home. 560 Centralia-Alpha Rd P.O. Box 367 Chehalis, WA, 98532 360-740-1290 The Lewis County Animal Shelter is open to the public …


    Public Health - Dec. 7, 2015, 8:55 a.m.

  10. Volunteer roundup: Law and Justice, Veterans, Solid Waste, Water Conservancy Board

    The Lewis County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) is looking for volunteers interested in filling vacancies on several of its boards and committees, including the following:Lewis County Law and Justice CouncilVeterans Advisory Board (VAB)Solid Waste Advisory BoardIndividuals interested in any of these positions should submit an application and a letter of interest in one of the following three ways:By mail at 351 N.W. North St., Chehalis, WA 98532.Via email at committees@lewiscountywa.gov (include the committee name in the subject).In person at the Commissioners’ Office in Room 210 of the Historic Courthouse at 351 N.W. North St. in Chehalis.To applyFor an application, …


    Commissioners - March 31, 2026, 5:13 p.m.