1. Lewis County Outdoor Recreation and Tourism Commission (LCORT)

    The Lewis County Outdoor Recreation and Tourism Group's - purpose is to identify current challenges and future opportunities associated with recreation and tourism in Lewis County and to position communities to minimize impacts and maximize benefits.The Lewis County Outdoor Recreation and Tourism group brings representatives from local government, public entities and private industry together to address growing concerns with the impact of outdoor recreation and tourism. Many Lewis County communities are not taking full advantage of the existing opportunities and lack the infrastructure to support both current and future activity. By consulting the appropriate stakeholders and similar organizations already in …


    Commissioners - June 9, 2021, 10:59 a.m.

  2. History

    1845-1847 United States Marshall Joe Meek became the first official Law Enforcement Officer in Lewis County. The northern county boundary was reset at the 49th parallel, the present United States/Canadian Border, in 1846. 1847-1848 John R. Jackson became the 1st elected Sheriff of Lewis County, which had a population of 275 in the first census. The first taxes in Lewis County were also collected, including a poll tax of fifty cents on each male under the age of sixty. 1848-1849 Antonio B. Rabbeson became the 2nd elected Sheriff of Lewis County and Block House was built at Cowlitz Landing for …


    Sheriff - Feb. 5, 2016, 3:11 p.m.

  3. Segregation Mapping

    The Lewis County Segregation/Mapping processes recorded deeds and other conveyance instruments for real property to verify recorded legal descriptions, create, segregate and combine tax parcels. The County Geographic Information System (GIS) database is updated and kept at a current status. The Department updates ownership on all real estate transfers. The method of acquiring title is determined, ownership and legal descriptions are verified, and land area computed when necessary. The department must have current knowledge of property tax rules, be familiar with the appraisal process and all assessment records, in addition to exemption related activities affecting real - personal property The …


    Assessor - March 5, 2012, 12:19 p.m.

  4. Sheriff's Office Unveils New Program

    Sheriff Steve Mansfield will be starting a new program at the Lewis County Sheriff’s Office that he hopes will slow down a growing crime trend in Lewis County. The program, “Prevent Crime – Lock Your Doors Every Time,” begins next week. Sheriff Mansfield said, “Recently we have had numerous problems with vehicle prowls in our county. My office has developed an innovative program to help address vehicle prowls and thefts. This program is about prevention, education, and a strong community partnership to combat this plaguing problem.” The program will consist of Deputies and Support Volunteers providing extra patrols in areas …


    Sheriff - Aug. 30, 2011, 9:15 a.m.

  5. Lewis County Treasurer reminds public that property tax payments are due May 1

    Lewis County Treasurer Arny Davis in his office inside the historic Lewis County Courthouse. CHEHALIS – Lewis County property owners are reminded that first-half payments of 2023 taxes are due by May 1. Lewis County Treasurer Arny Davis said payment can be made online, in person, or mailed with a postmark by the due date.Taxpayers have a variety of options for paying their property taxes:Online: by clicking here.Mail: Send check or money order payments to the Lewis County Treasurer, P.O. Box 509, Chehalis, WA 98532. Payments made by mail must be postmarked by May 1, 2023.Drop off boxes: Payments can …


    News Room - April 28, 2023, 7:44 a.m.

  6. Lewis County Sheriff’s Marine Patrol deputies promote safety on lakes and rivers

    Lewis County Sheriff's Marine Patrol vessel. CHEHALIS – In an effort to ensure safe recreation on Lewis County’s lakes and rivers, deputies with the Lewis County Sheriff’s Marine Patrol Unit regularly visit Lake Mayfield, Riffe Lake, Mineral Lake, Lake Scanewa, and the Chehalis and Cowlitz Rivers. The boating enforcement officers conduct voluntary inspections at boat ramps, checking for the required safety equipment on board vessels. The inspection is intended as public education. Over the past 25 years, the marine unit deputies have completed several thousand safety inspections, and investigated 48 boating accidents.The Lewis County Sheriff's Office is committed to water …


    News Room - Aug. 29, 2023, 1:49 p.m.

  7. Attorney – Client Communication

    The Lewis County Jail offers many ways for attorneys to be in contact with their clients.Attorney/Client Visitation through protected glass. Please be advised our booths are not completely sound proof.Telephone contact. - Please contact the jail to provide any changes or additions to phone numbers and/or to confirm phone number is listed as privileged. Attorneys may also create a privileged visitation account via www.homewav.com. This account does not automatically make your phone number privileged. Creating a homewav account allows for privileged video visits.Legal Mail sent to facility address at 28 SW Chehalis, Ave., Chehalis WA 98532.Video Visit through Homewav account.Send …


    Sheriff - June 21, 2016, 9:42 a.m.

  8. Sheriff Marine Patrol

    The Lewis County Sheriff's Office marine patrol unit and education program was created in the early 1980's in response to the increasing amount of recreational boaters. As recreational boating increased, so did the responsibilities of the marine unit. Today our primary responsibilities are education and enforcement. The Sheriff's Office has two lake vessels, a 20 foot Almar, and a 21 foot N.River. We have two primary inland lakes that we patrol: Lake Mayfield (2,250 sq. acres) and Riffe Lake (11,830 sq. acres). There are several other bodies of water including Mineral Lake, Lake Scanewea, and the Chehalis and Cowlitz Rivers. …


    Sheriff - March 27, 2013, 8:21 a.m.

  9. Press Release: 17th Annual Shop with a Cop

    Click Here for Original Release: PRESS RELEASE Date/Time: 11-06-18 @ 1400 Hours Contact: Chief Dusty Breen Phone: (360) 740-1327 Release #: 1 LEWIS COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE PREPARING FOR 17TH ANNUAL SHOP WITH A COP EVENT The Sheriff's Office is preparing for our annual Shop with a Cop tradition. LCSO partners with United Way of Lewis County to find children in need of a positive experience with law enforcement, as well as those in need of financial assistance. The program is open to children ages 8 - 18, who reside in Lewis County. Applications are available on the link below; from …


    Sheriff - Nov. 6, 2018, 4:11 p.m.

  10. Press Release: 16th Annual Shop with a Cop

    Click Here For Original Press Release: PRESS RELEASE Date/Time: 11-20-17 @ 1300 Hours Contact: Chief Dusty Breen Phone: (360) 740-1327 Release #: 1 LEWIS COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE PREPARING FOR 16TH ANNUAL SHOP WITH A COP EVENT The Sheriff's Office is preparing for our annual Shop with a Cop tradition. LCSO partners with United Way of Lewis County to find children in need of a positive experience with law enforcement, as well as those in need of financial assistance. The program is open to children ages 8 - 18, who reside in Lewis County. Applications are available on the link below; …


    Sheriff - Nov. 20, 2017, 1:25 p.m.