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    Public Health - Jan. 23, 2019, 4:16 p.m.

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    Community Development - Jan. 23, 2019, 4:16 p.m.

  3. NEWS RELEASES


    Sheriff - Jan. 23, 2019, 4:16 p.m.

  4. Public Works News Blog


    Public Works - Jan. 23, 2019, 4:16 p.m.

  5. Public Defense

    Para español, haga clic en el botón "translate" en la parte superior de la página Our Mission Contact The Lewis County Public Defense provides the courts with attorneys to represent persons charged with certain state and county criminal, probation violation, and juvenile offender cases when the person is unable to afford an attorney (indigent). Lewis County Public Defense Services 351 NW North St Rm 210 Chehalis, WA, 98532 Public Defense Questions or Interest: 360-740-3346 Public Defense Screening: 360-736-9301 Email: public.defense@lewiscountywa.gov Hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday - Friday, excluding Holidays Obtaining an AttorneyA representative of Lewis County Public Defense …


    Public Defense - Feb. 5, 2024, 2:26 p.m.

  6. About Lewis County Solid Waste Utility

    The Lewis County Solid Waste Utility is a division of the Lewis County Department of Public Works. It operates transfer stations in Centralia and Morton, where all garbage collected in Lewis County gets dropped off and consolidated in containers to be hauled to a large landfill in Cowlitz County.LeMay is the hauler that collects curbside garbage as well as refuse from businesses, and brings it to one of the transfer stations. Information about LeMay can be found at this link www.lemayinc.com or by calling 360-736-4769. LeMay also offers curbside recycling services countywide, and curbside organics pickup for most of Lewis …


    Solid Waste - Nov. 20, 2024, 1:02 p.m.

  7. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

    What is a Public Record? A “Public Record” means any writing containing information relating to the conduct of government or the performance of any governmental or proprietary function prepared, owned, used, or retained by The County regardless of physical form or characteristics. Records created or received by employees using privately-owned devices only qualify as public record if the employee was acting within the scope of employment when the record was created or received, or when the record is subsequently used for a County purpose. How do I request records from Lewis County? Lewis County utilizes a web-based Records Center, Gov …


    Public Records - April 16, 2018, 3:38 p.m.

  8. Class Bs of Concern

    The Class Bs featured here are either already found in Lewis County or have been confirmed in neighboring counties and are likely to be introduced. Weeds are often spread unintentionally through the movement of materials, such as hay, dirt, gravel, and woodchips. They are also brought in by pets, animals, floods, ATVs and other vehicles, and watercraft. Finally, many are brought in intentionally as ornamentals by those who are unfamiliar with the noxiousness of that particular species. It is very important to recognize noxious weeds so that you can have a better understanding of your risk of transporting seeds or …


    Weed Control - March 5, 2015, 1:44 p.m.

  9. Surface Water / Utilities

    The Surface Water / Utilities Section is responsible for the following functions: Reviewing applications of proposed developments for concerns impacting Public Works. Determining that stormwater submittals meet requirements of local stormwater regulations. Addressing drainage of public roads and right-of-ways. Providing hydrologic and hydraulic assistance within Public Works, and to other departments and programs. Obtaining agency environmental permits for Public Works projects. Evaluating adequate stormwater management measures to meet specific local, state, and federal requirements. Administering consultant contracts for specific water management and environmental projects. Applying for grants to fund surface water management and environmental project.


    Public Works - May 5, 2009, 3:42 p.m.

  10. District 3

    Scott J. BrummerCounty Commissioner, District #3Term: January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2026Commissioner Scott Brummer says it’s a privilege to represent the people of East Lewis County. He has been a part of the Lewis County community for 30 years and says there is no better place to reside than in the State of Washington.Commissioner Brummer believes in retaining the core values of honesty, integrity, accountability and hard work at the center of county government. He is committed to ensuring responsive and efficient services to meet the needs of Lewis County residents. He maintains a vision of a thriving, rural …


    Commissioners - March 11, 2016, 1:49 p.m.