1. Sheriff

    Sheriff Robert R. Snaza "PUBLIC SAFETY THROUGH PROFESSIONAL SERVICE"Welcome to the Lewis County Sheriff's Office. Our vision at the LCSO is to be committed to excellence in being a trusted, respected, and professional public safety agency. Being a committed community partner, providing professional service to enhance the safety, security, and quality of life in Lewis County is our mission. The Lewis County Sheriff's Office is proud to announce our partnership with Public Safety Testing for our entry-level Deputy and Corrections Deputy employment application and testing needs. Lateral applicants are encouraged to apply directly with the agency by contacting our Background …


    Sheriff - Jan. 23, 2019, 4:12 p.m.

  2. List of Boards and Commissions

    911 Executive Board (Combined Users Committee)Advisory Committee to the Lewis County Board of HealthArea Agency on Aging Advisory Council (Lewis/Mason/Thurston)Board of EqualizationBoundary Review BoardCommunity Action Council of Lewis Mason and Thurston CountiesDistressed Counties Fund / Rural Economic Development Public Facilities Advisory Committee (.09)LEOFF Disability BoardLewis County Airport System Advisory BoardLewis County Civil Service CommissionLewis County Historical Society Board of DirectorsLewis County Law and Justice CouncilLewis County Salary CommissionLewis County Water Conservancy BoardLocal Criminal Justice Treatment Account PanelLocal Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC)Lodging Tax Advisory CommitteeNoxious Weed BoardPacific Mountain Workforce Development CouncilPlanning CommissionPublic Facilities DistrictSolid Waste Advisory Committee (SWAC) RCW 70.95SWW Fair …


    Commissioners - March 29, 2016, 11:10 a.m.

  3. Guardian Ad Litem (GAL)

    LEWIS COUNTY VOLUNTEER GAL PROGRAMThe Lewis County Volunteer Guardian ad Litem Program (GAL) trains volunteers to be Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) for children going through dependency court. These volunteers speak in court on the child’s behalf, representing the best interests of the child, and relaying the child’s wishes to the judge. The GALs' also make recommendations for services that will help the child and the family work towards possible reunification, or to find an alternate safe and permanent home for the child.With the hope of provided services for all youth in need, the Juvenile Court is always looking for …


    Juvenile Court - Nov. 20, 2015, 9:21 a.m.

  4. New rates go into effect at Lewis County transfer stations

    The Lewis County Solid Waste Disposal District No. 1 approved increases to certain fees following a March 25, 2024, public hearing. The new fees for Lewis County transfer stations in Centralia and Morton will go into effect July 1, 2024.*$120/ton with a minimum fee set at $20 for 340 pounds or less (to include a 3.6 percent refuse tax) for municipal solid waste*$140/ton with a minimum fee set at $35 for 500 pounds or less (to include a 3.6 percent refuse tax for bulky waste*$100/ton with a minimum fee set at $15 for 300 pounds or less for grass clippings, …


    Solid Waste - June 3, 2024, 2:33 p.m.

  5. Weed Board Vacancy

    Contribute to the operations, safety, and sustainability of the County’s Noxious Weed Control Board. The Lewis County Noxious Weed Control Board has a vacancy on its five members Board. The vacancy occurs in weed district 4 which includes the communities of Mossyrock, Onalaska and Salkum. Duties of the Board include adoption of the County Weed list and providing direction for Weed Board programs. The Board positions are four-year terms that shall be filled by a person engaged in agricultural practices. Noxious Weed Control Board positions are non-paid, volunteer positions. Meetings are held as determined by the Board. Persons interested in …


    Weed Control - Feb. 14, 2014, 11:35 a.m.

  6. Destroyed Property

    DESTROYED PROPERTY CLAIM TAXPAYER'S CLAIM FOR REDUCTION OF ASSESSMENTS AND THE ABATEMENT OF TAXES RESULTING FROM DESTROYED REAL OR PERSONAL PROPERTY, OR LOSS OF VALUE IN A DECLARED DISASTER AREA RCW 84.70.010 AND RCW 84.70.040Eligibility:Claims must be filed with the County Assessor within three (3) years of the date of destruction or loss of value.No relief shall be given to any person who is convicted of arson with regard to the property for which relief is sought.Assessment Reduction:Any real or personal property that has been placed upon the Assessment Roll as of January 1 of the assessment year in which …


    Assessor - March 30, 2018, 9:36 a.m.

  7. Forms & Documents

    Adopted Fee ScheduleDirectional Signs - Fees & ApplicationMemorial Sign PolicyFranchise or License ApplicationApplication to Perform Work on County Right-of-WayCall Before You DigStormwater Management Regulations (Ch. 15.45)Road Development Standards (Ch.12.60)Update to the Comprehensive Flood Hazard Management Plan, 2004Doty/Dryad Hydrogeological Assessment (Dec 1, 2008)Refund Policy and Request FormPrivate Road Sign Standards & InstructionsNo Spray Agreement Resolution & Application Road Permit Forms Permit Applications and Handouts


    Public Works - March 22, 2016, 9:01 a.m.

  8. Family fun Demolition Derby and Fireworks at the Southwest Washington Fairgrounds

    4th of July Demolition Derby and Fireworks7 p.m. Tuesday, July 4 at the Southwest Washington FairgroundsBox seats on sale at the Fair office, 1909 S. Gold St. in Centralia, or by calling 360-740-1495Grandstand box of 8 seats: $200Grandstand box of 12 seats: $300Grandstand box of 20 seats: $500Buy your tickets today by clicking the link: https://secure.interactiveticketing.com/1.39/a9083b/#/select


    News Room - June 22, 2023, 3:41 p.m.

  9. New Bidcall - Meade Hill Guardrail Project

    A new bid call has been added to the Contract Ads and Calls for Bid page. The bids are due May 19, 2020 by 11:00 am at the Lewis County Commissioner's Office, (Lewis County Courthouse, 2nd Floor, Room 210, 351 NW North St, Chehalis, WA, 98532). The bids will be opened at 11:00 am or later.Access the details and necessary documents here.This project requires registration on the Small Works Roster prior to award.


    Public Works - May 8, 2020, 11:24 a.m.

  10. New Bidcall - Lewis County Centralia Transfer Station - Tipping Floor Approach Repair

    A new bid call has been added to the Contract Ads and Calls for Bid page. The bids are due June 30, 2020 by 4:00pm at the Lewis County Public Works, (Lewis County Public Works, 2025 NE Kresky Ave, Chehalis, WA, 98532) or by email at swu@lewiscountywa.gov. The bids will be opened at 4:00 pm or later.Access the details and necessary documents here.


    Public Works - June 16, 2020, 8:49 a.m.