1. Planned Growth Committee

    The Lewis County Planned Growth Committee is providing options for public access to the meeting: in person, online and by phone. Planned Growth Committee meetings take place at the Community Development Environmental Health Building, 125 NW Chehalis Ave, Chehalis in the CD Conference Room (see the front counter for directions). The public may also participate via Teams using the information in the agenda.Meeting Materials will be posted 24 hours in advance of the meeting.


    Community Development - Jan. 14, 2026, 3:39 p.m.

  2. Planned Growth Committee

    The Lewis County Planned Growth Committee is providing options for public access to the meeting: in person, online and by phone. Planned Growth Committee meetings take place at the Community Development Environmental Health Building, 125 NW Chehalis Ave, Chehalis in the CD Conference Room (see the front counter for directions). The public may also participate via Teams using the information in the agenda.Meeting Materials will be posted 24 hours in advance of the meeting.


    Community Development - Jan. 14, 2026, 3:40 p.m.

  3. Lodging Tax (tourism promotion) grant application

    The Lewis County Board of County Commissioners uses lodging tax funds to award grants to nonprofits and governmental organizations whose programs or activities promote tourism in the unincorporated areas of Lewis County."Tourism promotion," as defined in RCW 67.28.080, means activities, operations and expenditures designed to increase tourism, including but not limited to advertising, publicizing or otherwise distributing information for the purpose of attracting and welcoming tourists; developing strategies to expand tourism; operating tourism promotion agencies; and funding the marketing of or the operation of special events and festivals designed to attract tourists.To view an overview about the Lodging Tax, click …


    Commissioners - March 17, 2016, 3:28 p.m.

  4. Park Hosts

    PARK HOST PROGRAMHosts assist park staff in campground and park operations and assist visitors by providing park information, answering questions, and explaining rules. Hosts are provided a designated RV site and utilities during their volunteer service. As a host, you will be joining a supportive community of volunteers and staff who serve the public and our public lands.REQUIREMENTSHosts must be at least 18 years old and are required to pass a criminal background check.Hosts must provide their own RV, camping unit or boat; lodging cannot be provided. RVs must be self-contained with a bathroom and shower. Host assignments typically require …


    Parks & Recreation - March 9, 2023, 4:48 p.m.

  5. Fleet Services

    Fleet Services Division is responsible for purchasing, liquidating, and mechanically maintaining vehicles and heavy equipment for all departments throughout the County fleet. The fleet's maintenance locations are comprised of two separate repair facilities. Sedans and light duty pickups (up through 1-ton) are serviced and maintained at the Motor Pool facility in downtown Chehalis, and trucks rated over 1-ton, including heavy duty off-road equipment, are maintained at the Central Shop location. Contact Fleet Services Division Lewis County Fleet Services Division476 W. Main St.Chehalis, WA. 98532360.740.3382 Washington on texting and using cell phone usage while driving Washington state laws make it illegal …


    Public Works - Nov. 29, 2010, 9:23 a.m.

  6. Notice of hearing for the renewal of a franchise to Public Utility District No. 1 of Thurston County to install, construct, operate and maintain water system facilities in Lewis County road rights of way

    Please see the attached notice.


    Commissioners - Jan. 26, 2026, 1:59 p.m.

  7. SNAP-Ed

    The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program – Education (SNAP-Ed) is a federally funded grant program that supports evidence-based nutrition education and obesity prevention interventions and projects for persons eligible for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) through complementary direct education, multi-level interventions, and community and public health approaches to improve nutrition.SNAP-Ed is an evidence-based program that helps people lead healthier lives. SNAP-Ed teaches people using or eligible for SNAP about good nutrition and how to make their food dollars stretch further. SNAP-Ed participants also learn to be physically active.Please contact Lewis County's SNAP-Ed Program Coordinator, at 360-740-3327, with any questions about …


    Public Health - June 27, 2024, 10:58 a.m.

  8. Prevention

    About our services: The purpose of this program is to link youth and community members to education, awareness and intervention campaigns in order to prevent substance abuse and underage drinking. Medication Return Options in Lewis County, WA Safely drop off medications or mail them in to dispose of expired or unwanted medications. Medications may include pills, tablets, patches, ointments, or liquids. To find additional options, visit https://medtakebackwashington.org/ Trying to quit smoking?According to the CDC website, if you are thinking about quitting smoking and would like some help, a quitline might be just what you need to succeed. Quitlines provide free …


    Public Health - April 23, 2015, 10:40 a.m.

  9. Connecting Neighbors for Earth Month Bonus Workshop: Composting Basics

    If you want to become more of a Do-It-Yourselfer, meet resourceful people in your community, and help the environment at the same time, the WSU Lewis County Master Recycler Composter (MRC) Volunteers have organized “Connecting Neighbors,” a series of workshops, events, and open houses in honor of Earth Month in conjunction with the MRC Tool Bucket Library (TBL) and local partners.The workshops take place every Friday starting on April 3 and running through May 1 with a special event on Saturday, May 2, to round out the Earth Month celebration. Some workshop locations are in the neighboring Centralia Christian School …


    Solid Waste - March 17, 2026, 10:47 a.m.

  10. Public Defense Standards

    Washington Courts: News and InformationWashington Supreme Court Issues Interim Order on Public Defense StandardsJune 09, 2025The Washington Supreme Court issued an Order on caseload standards the Court has adopted for indigent criminal defense services. The Order is a summary explanation of the new caseload standards, which permit full implementation to be achieved over a period of time.The Court adopted the caseload standards at its June 4, 2025 en banc conference, ahead of final rule changes, to help jurisdictions that are currently conducting budget planning. The revised caseload standards will be integrated into court rules once the Court’s review of all …


    Public Defense - June 9, 2025, 4:13 p.m.