1. FAQ's

    What are noxious weeds? "Noxious weed" is the traditional, legal term for invasive, non-native plants that are highly destructive, competitive, and difficult to control or eliminate. Noxious weeds can include non-native grasses, flowering plants, shrubs, and even trees. Noxious weeds can also include aquatic plants. Many noxious weeds started out as ornamental plants that eventually escaped the garden setting, while others were accidentally introduced through human travel and trade. Regardless of how they got to Washington State, all noxious weeds pose a serious threat to our economy, agriculture, local ecosystems, and wildlife habitats. Some noxious weeds are toxic to humans …


    Weed Control - April 12, 2016, 1:22 p.m.


  2. Public Records Requests

    Lewis County uses a web based public disclosure request client, GovQA. More information is available on the County Public Disclosure Request page.


    911 Communications - March 12, 2012, 9:44 a.m.


  3. Open Space Act

    RCW 84.34Land owners who wish current use assessment for property tax purposes on lands eligible for classification under the Open Space program, must submit an application to the Lewis County Assessor's Office by December 31st. Applications taken in the calendar year prior to December 31st are inspected in the next year and either approved or denied. If the application is approved, it is taxed in the subsequent year. It takes two years after application for it to affect your taxes.Provided that acreage is being used as originally intended, valuation of land for tax purposes under the Open Space Act is …


    Assessor - Dec. 11, 2015, 9:57 a.m.


  4. Senior / Disabled Persons Exemption

    If you are a senior citizen or disabled person in need of property tax assistance, you may be able to take advantage of the property tax exemption program.For information on the Washington State Department of Revenue's guidelines for the Senior/Disabled Person's Exemption click here for the Property Tax Exemption for Senior Citizens and Disabled Persons publication. Once the exemption is granted, it does not need to be repaid. Eligibility Requirements Age or Disability By December 31 of the assessment year, you must be any of the following:At least 61 years of age.At least 57 years of age and the surviving …


    Assessor - Dec. 9, 2015, 4:50 p.m.


  5. Public Works

    Driving growth and accountability in providing quality public services Contracting: Bid & Rosters GIS Map Library Job Openings News Public Notice - Jones Road Culvert Replacement Public Works | January 09, 2026 More Posts Public Works 57 W. Main St. Chehalis, WA, 98532 Phone Number: (360) 740-1123 Hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Mon - Fri


    Public Works - Jan. 23, 2019, 4:12 p.m.


  6. Individual Treatment Court

    Program Coordinator Dulce Cabrera (360) 740-2628 dulce.cabrera@lewiscountywa.gov What is Individual Treatment Court? The Lewis County Juvenile Individual Treatment Court is a court-managed designed to provide a cost-effective alternative to traditional criminal case processing. This program focuses on the needs of the youth and coming up with an individual treatment plan. It may be offered if you are have a criminal referral and have an SUD and/or MH need. This program is pre-conviction and requires family participation. If you are eligible and choose to participate in this program, you must be willing to commit to the entire program. The program may …


    Juvenile Court - Oct. 23, 2014, 3:51 p.m.


  7. Special Needs during Emergencies

    Preparedness tips in planning for a person with special needs or disability Links to the following websites that will assist you in preparing for emergencies if you care for someone with special needs:Ready.govDisaster Tips for people with Medical NeedsPeople with Disabilities and Other Access and Functional NeedsEvacuation Planning for Children with Disabilities or Health Care Needs American Red Cross/FEMA/Homeland Security Persons with DisabilitiesEmergencies can happen at a moment's notice. It is important to know your plans ahead of time so you are better prepared for any urgent situation. The booklet below gives tips on getting informed, making a plan, assembling …


    Emergency Management - Dec. 28, 2012, 8:06 a.m.


  8. SEP25-0021 / WCF25-0002 Harmoni Towers, Verizon WCF construction

    Public Hearing Documents WCF25-0002 Hearing AgendaWCF25-0002 Notice of HearingWCF25-0002 Additional Instructions for Public HearingWCF25-0002 Site Plan for Hearing Posting NoticeWCF25-0002 Transmittal LetterWritten Testimony Submitted During HearingExhibit 120Exhibit 121Exhibit 122Exhibit 123Exhibit 124Exhibit 125Exhibit 126Exhibit 127Exhibit 128Exhibit 129 and 130Exhibit 131Exhibit 132Exhibit 133 Hearing Testimony Testimony Staff Report Documents WCF25-0002 Staff Report with ExhibitsWCF25-0002 Staff ReportWCF25-0002 Exhibit 1WCF25-0002 Exhibit 2WCF25-0002 Exhibit 3WCF25-0002 Exhibit 4WCF25-0002 Exhibit 5WCF25-0002 Exhibit 6WCF25-0002 Exhibit 7WCF25-0002 Exhibit 8WCF25-0002 Exhibit 9WCF25-0002 Exhibit 10WCF25-0002 Exhibit 11 Public Comments Submitted During SEPA and Notice of Application SEP25-0021/WCF25-0002 All Public Comments Administrative Documents WCF25-0002 Notice of ApplicationWCF25-0002 Complete LetterMSR25-0118 Conditional ApprovalWCF25-0002 Section …


    Community Development - Aug. 19, 2025, 2:07 p.m.


  9. Joint hearing to consider the adoption of the draft Lewis County Solid & Hazardous Waste Management Plan update

    The Lewis County Solid and Hazardous Waste Management Plan, a document required by Washington State law, RCW 70A.205.040. The law mandates each county prepare a comprehensive solid waste management plan, and update it periodically, is nearing its current update phase. With collaboration from the Lewis County Solid Waste Advisory Committee -- an advisory group to the Lewis County Commissioners, each city within Lewis County, and a consulting team from Herrera Environmental, the Lewis County Solid Waste Utility has completed a draft update of the Lewis County Solid and Hazardous Waste Management Plan. The purpose of the plan is to provide …


    Solid Waste - Feb. 24, 2026, 1:48 p.m.


  10. Physical Education

    Lewis County Juvenile Court believes that physical exercise should be incorporated into everyday life. We strive to educate our youth on how to use their own body weight to get exercise daily.Exercise has proven to help decrease anxiety and depression while improving mood and quality of sleep. Therefore, exercise not only benefits your physical body, but it also influences your mental health in a positive way.Here at Lewis County Juvenile Court, we teach our youth Tabata style workouts. This means there is absolutely no equipment, and they are strictly using their own body weight. We believe that this is beneficial …


    Juvenile Court - Aug. 2, 2021, 11:42 a.m.