1. Lewis County Budget Process and Reports

    Explore the County Budget using the OpenGov interactive transparency portal. Lewis County BudgetState law establishes the general requirements of Lewis County’s budget process. By law, many revenues must be spent in specific ways. This limits how the County can spend or cut costs to balance the budget.The Budget Department facilitates the development of the budget. All department heads and elected officials develop and submit their budget requests by early September. After their requests are reviewed, the County Manager submits a Preliminary Budget to the Board of Lewis County Commissioners (BOCC) in early October. From there, the BOCC meets with each …


    Budget - Dec. 31, 2015, 11:41 a.m.

  2. Contracting (Consultants, Rosters, & Bids)

    The Public Works Department procures services, equipment, and materials in accordance with state, federal, and local regulations. The method used to select a provider depends upon the amount of the purchase, the source of the funding, and the nature of the project, among other things.To expedite this process and encourage competition in our market, the department has converted it's solicitation management to OpenGov and our vendor roster management to MRSC Rosters. See here for additional information.If you have questions please contact the Contract Administrator at (360) 740-1182 or pwcontractadmin@lewiscountywa.gov


    Public Works - Feb. 9, 2016, 8:22 a.m.

  3. New Bidcall - four new all-wheel drive pursuit-rated utility/SUV vehicles.

    NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of County Commissioners of Lewis County, Washington will open sealed bids and publicly read them aloud on or after 11:00 a.m. on January 4, 2018, at the Lewis County Historic – 2nd floor, Board of County Commissioners Meeting Room, 351 NW North Street, Chehalis, Washington, for furnishing four (4) new all-wheel drive pursuit-rated utility/SUV vehicles. SEALED BIDS MUST BE DELIVERED BY 11:00 A.M. (Lewis County official time is displayed on Axxess Intertel phones in the office of Board of County Commissioners.) Bid Packet


    Public Works - Dec. 18, 2017, 11:34 a.m.

  4. Human Resources

    About Contact At the County, we believe that our 600+ employees are our greatest asset. We are an equal opportunity employer who offers our full time employees competitive benefits, paid vacation, sick leave, and an attractive retirement plan. more » Human Resources Office 351 NW. North Street, #023 Historic Courthouse Chehalis, WA, 98532 (360) 740-2737 Contact Human Resources Mission To serve as a source of information and expertise to Lewis County employees and the public by providing quality customer service with integrity, responsiveness and sensitivity. more » Contact Human Resources Human Resources Office 351 NW. North Street, #023 Historic Courthouse …


    Human Resources - Jan. 23, 2019, 4:12 p.m.

  5. Lewis County Emergency Management working on updates to countywide disaster plan

    Lewis County Emergency Management Deputy Director Ross McDowell, left, points to potential hazard areas in Lewis County at a public meeting at the Mossyrock Community Center. CHEHALIS – Lewis County Department of Emergency Management is updating the county’s Hazard Mitigation Plan, which identifies risks and ways to minimize damage by natural disasters. The plan was detailed at recent public meetings in Chehalis, Winlock, Packwood and Mossyrock.The Hazard Mitigation Plan Story Map and Survey is a comprehensive interactive resource. You’ll find the latest on the developing plan, locate natural hazards in Lewis County and by using the Hazard Mapper, find what …


    News Room - May 10, 2023, 4:24 p.m.

  6. Construction to begin soon on Winlock broadband expansion project

    ToledoTel VP-COO Dale Merten addresses the Lewis County Commissioners on the progress of the Winlock-area broadband expansion project Sept. 12. CHEHALIS – A contractor has been selected to begin roadside construction on the Winlock broadband expansion project. The Lewis County Commissioners received the news from ToledoTel Vice President and COO Dale Merten Tuesday morning on their public-private partnership to bring high-speed internet to the area. “In the first week of November, residents will begin to see roadside trenching and boring and there will be equipment and reels of orange conduit placed along roads,” Merten informed the commissioners. “We anticipate being …


    News Room - Sept. 12, 2023, 4:13 p.m.

  7. Green Spring Cleaning Workshop

    Do you want to save money and learn to use Green Cleaning techniques and products in your home? Then mark your calendar for March 1st at 5:30 pm at the Historic Lewis County Courthouse basement conference room, 275 W. Main St., Chehalis, WA 98531 for our first Green Spring-Cleaning Class. All classes are open to the public at no charge, but preregistration is required! To register for this class, contact Jason Adams, Program Coordinator, (360) 740-1216 or e-mail jason.adams@lewiscountywa.gov for any questions or on how to become a Master Recycler Composter volunteer! Please click here for more information on the …


    Solid Waste - March 3, 2023, 9:52 a.m.

  8. STP - Transportation Enhancement Program Grant-

    SWRTPO Staff Contact Information Drop off or mail application packages on CD to the following addresses: Cowlitz and Wahkiakum Counties Rosemary Brinson SiipolaTransportation Planner/ManagerCWCOG/SWRTPO207 4th Avenue North – AnnexKelso, WA 98626-4195rsiipola@cwcog.orgPHONE: 360.577.3041 Grays Harbor CountyVicki Cummings, DirectorGHCOG115 Wooding StreetAberdeen, WA 98520vcummings@techline.comPHONE: 360.537.4386 Lewis CountyMichael Kroll, Transportation PlannerLCTSCc/o Lewis County Public Works Department2025 Kresky AvenueChehalis, WA 98532360.740.2665Michael.Kroll@lewiscountywa.gov Pacific County of Governments Karen Tully, Administrative AssistantTechnical Assistance: Rosemary Siipola530 Commercial StreetRaymond, WA 98577360.875.9330 North County360.642.9330 South Countyedcpcog@pacificedc.org 026 STPE Tips and Contacts Sheet RS05-10


    Public Works - Aug. 2, 2010, 9:34 a.m.

  9. Giant Asian Hornet *Get the Scoop*

    Surely you've seen the headlines and heard all the hype about the newest pest invading Washington State.If you want to learn more about Asian giant hornet - a new invasive species recently discovered in Washington State in late 2019 - then this video is for you! Grab a snack, settle in, and listen as entomologist Chris Looney walks you through the history and biology of Asian giant hornet. Learn how it was discovered, what the potential impacts are, and what's being done to stop it.Much thanks to Washington Invasive Species Council for making this video available to the public!


    Weed Control - March 12, 2020, 2:56 p.m.

  10. Septic Program

    Updates to Lewis County Code 8.40, On-Site Sewage Systems LCC 8.40, 2025On August 26, 2025, the Lewis County Board of County Commissioners approved an updated Lewis County Code 8.40, On-Site Sewage Systems. Please see the attached document for the updated code. While the new code has not been published as of yet, it is effective as of August 26, 2025. To request a septic system construction final inspection, please call the Septic Inspection line at (360) 740-1330. Applications & Fees Test Pit Guidelines Gravity Construction Standards List of Certified Professionals (Designers, Installers, Pumpers) Certified Professional Resources FAQ Onsite Septic Homeowners …


    Environmental Health - Jan. 30, 2018, 3:13 p.m.