1. Lewis County District Court Mission

    The mission of the Lewis County District Court, as an independent and impartial branch of government, is to promote respect for law, society and individual rights; provide open, accessible and effective forums for dispute resolution; resolve legal matters in a just, efficient and timely manner and assure the dignified and fair treatment of all parties.Lewis County District Court is a Court of Limited Jurisdiction hearing the following types of cases:Criminal misdemeanors and gross misdemeanorsTraffic and non-traffic infractionsParking infractionsCivil matters for damages no greater than $100,000Small Claim matters for recovery of money no greater than $5,000 or $10,000Nuisance violationsName changesAnti-harassment Protection …


    District Court - Feb. 18, 2015, 9:05 a.m.


  2. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Do I need a permit to replace my pump? No. Work that is conducted within the septic/pump tank does not require a permit generally. Examples of this type of work that do NOT require a permit includes cleaning, changing, or retrofitting your tank with an effluent filter, measuring sludge accumulation, pumping the septic tank/pump chamber, or cleaning of the back-flow prevention valve. If the tank needs to be replaced, this DOES require a permit for tank placement. How much does a septic permit cost? The permit application fees are available here (see "Fees" at the bottom of the page). Do …


    Environmental Health - March 21, 2016, 1:50 p.m.


  3. Contact the Prosecutor

    This contact page is for general inquiries and comments. If you are seeking records pursuant to RCW 42.56 Public Records Act, please submit your request to our Public Records Office via the Records Center Portal at https://lewiscountywa.gov/departments/public-records/For technical support please click here.Contact Information:Email: LCPAOContact@lewiscountywa.gov


    Prosecutor - Jan. 7, 2021, 4:11 p.m.


  4. Lewis County Civil Service Commission

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    Commissioners - Aug. 23, 2022, 4:54 p.m.


  5. What is filed in District Court?

    Anti-harassmentsAnti-harassments - StalkingCriminal charges - Traffic & Non-TrafficCivil ClaimsInfraction - Traffic & Non TrafficName ChangesSmall ClaimsVehicle Impound hearings


    District Court - Sept. 17, 2013, 4:58 p.m.


  6. Commissioners

    About Contact The Board of County Commissioners is the county’s legislative authority. The commissioners serve as the chief administrators for Lewis County operations. Most of their quasi-judicial duties have been assigned to a Hearings Examiner. more » Commissioners 351 NW North Street Chehalis, WA, 98532 (360) 740-1120 Email: bocc@lewiscountywa.gov Contact the Commissioners Meet Your Commissioners Sean D. Swope District 1 Term: 01/01/25 - 12/31/28 (second consecutive term) Lindsey R. Pollock, DVM District 2 Term: 01/01/25 - 12/31/28 (second consecutive term) Scott J. Brummer District 3 Term: 01/01/23 - 12/31/26 Meet Your County Manager Ryan Barrett County Manager BOCC Legal Notices …


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


  7. Comprehensive Plan and Development Regulation Amendments

    Urban Growth Area (UGA) Clean Up ProjectPortions of the existing Urban Growth Area (UGA) boundaries have mapping irregularities and inconsistencies that create confusion in land use and planning decisions, and the UGA cleanup aims to correct these discrepancies to ensure the boundaries accurately reflect adopted plans and support clearer, more consistent growth management moving forward. Cannabis Code UpdateLewis County is considering amending the Lewis County Code to allow cannabis retail and production in unincorporated areas to increase revenue generated from sales tax.


    Community Development - Dec. 24, 2020, noon


  8. Notice of hearing for the renewal of a franchise to Olympic Pipeline Company LLC for a pipeline for purposes of transmission of petroleum and petroleum products within Lewis County road rights of way. The hearing will take place in the Commissioners' Hear

    Please see the attached notice.


    Commissioners - Feb. 11, 2026, 10:57 a.m.


  9. About the BOCC

    Sean D. Swope, Commissioner District No. 1Lindsey R. Pollock, DVM, Commissioner District No. 2Scott J. Brummer, Commissioner District No. 3Board of County Commissioners351 NW North Street, Room 210Chehalis WA, 98532Phone: 360-740-1120Fax: (360) 740-1475The Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) is the county’s legislative and budget authority.The three county commissioners are elected to four-year terms. The county is divided into three districts of relatively equal population as determined by federal census every 10 years. At the time of election, each commissioner must live in and represent his/her district.The commissioner positions are partisan, and candidates are selected via a primary election in their …


    Commissioners - March 11, 2016, 1:40 p.m.


  10. Social Services

    Social Services works to ensure service delivery systems in Lewis County that maximize individual potential while promoting choice, accessibility, opportunity and full participation in all aspects of Lewis County life.Social Services coordinates funding and leads projects that address:Behavioral Health and substance use disorder treatmentEmployment programs for adults with Developmental DisabilitiesRecreation Programs for adults with Developmental DisabilitiesHousing ProgramsSubstance abuse prevention Contact Information Behavioral Health and Opioid Prevention ProgramsCaroline GaribaySocial Services Supervisor Phone: 360-740-1167Email: caroline.garibay@lewiscountywa.govDevelopmental Disabilities ProgramSara SonsCommunity Health Services Contract CoordinatorPhone: 360-740-1418Email: sara.sons@lewiscountywa.govHousing ProgramKirstine WardCommunity Outreach Worker SeniorPhone: (360) 740-1284Email: kirstine.ward@lewiscountywa.gov


    Public Health - Oct. 13, 2014, 4:08 p.m.