1. MRC Tool Bucket Library Open House

    The Master Recycler Composters of Lewis County have officially opened the MRC Tool Bucket Library and the Floral Park Sustainability Park. They are inviting the public to an open house from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Aug. 22 at Floral Park Sustainability Project, 103 E. Floral St., Centralia, to learn about both community programs. The tool library is just like a book library, but it offers tools for checkout. In addition to learning about the tool library and Floral Park, MRC Volunteers will have information on how to volunteer with their group and their community projects. If you have questions …


    Solid Waste - July 18, 2025, 9:35 a.m.


  2. Tools, Treasures & Treats!

    Plan to attend Tools, Treasures & Treats, the Master Recycler Composters of Lewis County's first tool and bake sale to raise money to support the new MRC Tool Bucket Library. The two-day event will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 10 and 11 at the Floral Park Sustainability Park, 103 E. Floral St., Centralia. Donated tools will be for sale as well as items baked by local volunteers. On Oct. 11, a cider press event will take place. Members of the public will be invited to bring their own apples and containers. Apples will be pressed on a …


    Solid Waste - July 18, 2025, 9:44 a.m.


  3. Medical/Prescription Needs

    While in custody, services are available to address medical needs. Juvenile Detention is under contract with an on-call physician through Northwest Pediatrics. All prescription medications in detention must come from the Centralia Pharmacy and be bubble packed, this ensures the safety all all in-custody youth.Chehalis Pharmacy422 S Market Blvd. Chehalis, WA 98532(360) 262-4211To ensure the safety of all detained youth, medication brought in will be subject to approval from our medical personnel before being administered to the youth.It will be the parents/guardians responsibility to arrange for payments of bills for the prescriptions.If a medical concern arises while in custody, the …


    Juvenile Court - April 22, 2009, 10:18 a.m.


  4. 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.


  5. FAQ's

    What are noxious weeds? "Noxious weed" is the traditional, legal term for invasive, non-native plants that are highly destructive, competitive, and difficult to control or eliminate. Noxious weeds can include non-native grasses, flowering plants, shrubs, and even trees. Noxious weeds can also include aquatic plants. Many noxious weeds started out as ornamental plants that eventually escaped the garden setting, while others were accidentally introduced through human travel and trade. Regardless of how they got to Washington State, all noxious weeds pose a serious threat to our economy, agriculture, local ecosystems, and wildlife habitats. Some noxious weeds are toxic to humans …


    Weed Control - April 12, 2016, 1:22 p.m.


  6. Infraction Payment Plan

    Pursuant to RCW 46.63.190 you may enter into a payment plan if you are not able to pay the fine in full, and you have not previously been given a payment plan for this financial obligation, and the Court has not obtained a judgment on the debt. NOTICE: Failure to pay or enter into a payment plan may result in collection action, including garnishment of wages or other assets, an additional $52.00 penalty assessment and may result in a suspension of your driver’s license.You may request a payment plan by completing the form below and submitting it to the Court. …


    District Court - Jan. 6, 2023, 4:08 p.m.


  7. Risk Management

    About Quick links Contact The Risk Management Department administers the County's self-insurance and claims programs. Risk Management's mission is to provide loss prevention and control programs and consultation, direction, insurance, and more » National Safety CouncilEmployment Security DeptUS Health & Human Services Risk Management 351 NW North Street Second floor, Room 210 Chehalis, WA, 98532 (360) 740-1198 Contact Risk Management Events There are no upcoming events to show at this time. Philosophy and Expectations As an employer, Lewis County believes that employee safety is of the utmost importance. It is the policy of Lewis County to provide a place of …


    Risk Management - Jan. 23, 2019, 4:12 p.m.


  8. Hirst Response

    On January 19, 2018, the Washington State Legislature passed ESSB 6091 related to permit exempt wells for domestic uses. The legislation was intended to respond to the 2016 Washington State Supreme Court Hirst Decision.The flowchart and webmap below are intended to help residents understand how this law affects lands within Lewis County. Colors on the flowchart correspond to the colors on the map.Additional resources are located at the bottom of the webpage. Further information will be placed on the site as it becomes available.For more information, please email jeffrey.landrum@lewiscountywa.gov or call (360) 740-1249. Flowchart Map Lewis County WRIA Map (includes …


    Community Development - Jan. 26, 2018, 8:27 a.m.


  9. Cardboard

    Flattened corrugated cardboard can be recycled in the following locations:In your curbside recycling container. Please remove all packing material, flatten, and place in your curbside recycling container. Curbside recycling is available to all residents in Lewis County. Please call LeMay, the curbside recycling service provider at 360-736-4769, if you have questions about this program, or if you would like to subscribe to it.Drop off for free at the Lewis County transfer station in Centralia, 1411 S. Tower Ave. Please remove all packing material, flatten, and place in the corrugated cardboard recycling container in the Recycling Area.Drop off for free at …


    Solid Waste - Dec. 2, 2024, 4:42 p.m.


  10. Community Glass Recycling Boxes

    ***Glass is not recycled in the curbside commingled recycling program in Lewis County, because broken glass can injure recycling workers, damage recycling sorting facilities and contaminate the entire load of recyclable items.***Glass Bottles & Jars can be recycled at the following locations:These containers accept glass bottles and jars without lids, colors can be mixed together. Containers must be empty, clean, and dry.No window glass, automotive glass, ceramics, drinking glasses, or mirror glass can be included in these containers! Forest Grange3397 Jackson HighwayChehalis, WA 98532 Pe Ell Utility Shop1101 N. First St.Pe Ell, WA 98572 Lewis County CentralSolid Waste Transfer Station1411 …


    Solid Waste - Dec. 17, 2020, 4:08 p.m.