1. Hydrilla

    Hydrilla verticillata Hydrilla- Very similar in appearance to our native elodea (Elodea canadensis) and to Class B noxious weed Brazilian elodea (Egeria densa), this aquatic perennial is especially problematic in waterways and attempts to mechanically control will often perpetuate its spread.Hydrilla vs Native Elodea fact sheet from the New Jersey Water Supply AuthorityLeaves: Whorled formation of 3-10 (but most often 5) leaves with sharply toothed margins. There are often spines along the reddish midrib giving the plant a "velcro" feeling when pulled.Flowers: Transparent to white, female flowers with petals of 3 are attached to the stem tip by a slender …


    Weed Control - Sept. 26, 2022, 1:13 p.m.

  2. Urban Growth Area (UGA) Clean Up Project

    Over time, portions of the existing Urban Growth Area (UGA) boundaries have developed mapping irregularities, split parcels, and boundary inconsistencies. These issues can lead to confusion in land use designations, planning decisions, and long-term growth management. The UGA cleanup effort is designed to correct these discrepancies and ensure the boundaries accurately reflect adopted plans. By improving mapping precision and clarity, this process supports more consistent planning and development decisions moving forward, including future annexation. MaterialsScope of Work2026-03-10 Planning Commission Staff Report & Attachment Get InvolvedThe public is invited to attend an open house on Thursday, April 23, 2026 from 5:00–7:00 …


    Community Development - March 2, 2026, 2:15 p.m.

  3. 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.

  4. Foodborne Illness Reporting

    FOOD ILLNESS REPORTINGThe CDC estimates that 48 million people get sick from a foodborne illness annually within the United States. To learn more about foodborne illness symptoms, causes, and prevention, visit Washington State Department of Health Information on Foodborne Illness.To help keep our community safe, please report any illness that you think may be related to a Lewis County public food or water source such as a restaurant, grocery store, campsite, public events or a catered event.REPORT A FOODBORNE ILLNESSIf you suspect you’ve gotten sick after eating food in Lewis County, please:Contact us to report your illness at (360) 740-1223 …


    Environmental Health - Sept. 19, 2024, 11:35 a.m.

  5. December 2025 Flood Event

    AFTER THE DISASTER ~ DAMAGE ASSESSMENT HOTLINE: 360-740-2600 ~Lewis County has established a dedicated damage reporting hotline for residents whose homes or properties were affected by recent flooding. Call 360-740-2600 and leave a message with your first and last name, your phone number and the address of the damaged site. Lewis County will return your call within two business days. This information will help staff conduct preliminary damage assessments and connect you with recovery assistance. Other important contacts are as follows: DAMAGE ASSESSMENT / REPORTING Reporting helps us connect you with resources, including potential FEMA assistance. Lewis County Hotline: 360-740-2600 …


    Emergency Management - Dec. 8, 2025, 4:05 p.m.

  6. Notifiable Diseases and Conditions

    What We DoPrevention and management of communicable diseases and other notifiable conditions are core public health services that protect our community by reducing the potential for illnesses and their severity. Our team works closely with residents, their providers, laboratories, and other community partners to:Conduct surveillance and investigations for notifiable conditionsInvestigate communicable disease outbreaks and support control measuresConsult with and provide resources to residents, providers, and community partnersEngage in partnerships with other local health jurisdictions and state health authoritiesReporting a Notifiable Disease or ConditionCertain notifiable conditions should be reported to Lewis County Public Health and Social Services by healthcare providers, healthcare …


    Public Health - May 25, 2011, 9:25 a.m.

  7. Cerifications

    As of December 2025, three of the Lewis County Coroner's Office staff members are nationally registered Medicolegal Death Investigators through the American Board of Medicolegal Death Investigators (ABMDI). To become ABMDI registered, there are three criteria:Have 650 hours of death investigation experience and be employed in a Coroner/Medical Examiner OfficeDemonstrate competency in 300 tasks involving death investigationPass a four hour comprehensive examination with at least an 80%.The certification period is for five years during which continuing education (CE) hours are required to be re-certified. These CE hours can be earned by attending conferences and taking courses both in person and …


    Coroner - March 27, 2013, 12:58 p.m.

  8. How Levy Rates Are Calculated

    Basic information regarding how levy rates are calculated This is to help inform you on how your taxes are established.The process to calculate property tax is simply the total market value of the parcel multiplied by the TCA total tax rate divided by 1000. Example below:100,000 x 10.123456789123 / 1000 = $1,012.35VALUE (100,000)The Lewis County Assessor Office will revalue each parcel every 6 years as mandated by statute; unless there are improvements or modifications made to the property. These improvements or modifications can be classified as new construction, additions to the land, subdivisions, boundary line adjustments, or destroyed property. Should …


    Assessor - Feb. 19, 2010, 9:38 a.m.

  9. Developmental Disabilities

    Request for Qualifications - Child Development Services Lewis County Public Health & Social Services (LCPHSS) announced today that it is accepting Requests for Qualifications (RFQs) in order to evaluate and identify Early Intervention providers to add to the LCPHSS Child Development Services Qualified Provider List.Successful applicants will clearly describe the skills and capacity their agency has to provide the proposed services, along with documented history of success. Applicants must document their ability to meet the requirements of Developmental Disabilities Administration Policy 6.13. Additional requirements can be found in the complete Request for Qualifications document at:https://lewiscountywa.gov/publichealth/developmental-disabilities.Proposals must be submitted electronically to …


    Public Health - April 28, 2014, 2:16 p.m.

  10. 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 Lewis County Community Development & Environmental Health Building at 125 NW Chehalis Ave, Chehalis. Alternatively, the public may participate via Zoom using the information in the Meeting Agenda.Meeting Materials:Agenda - 11/10/2025Staff Report: Critical Areas Ordinance


    Community Development - Nov. 3, 2025, 3:10 p.m.