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Code Compliance
Complaints Junk Vehicles Abandoned Vehicles Tenant/Landlord Matters FAQ The Code Compliance Division receives, investigates, tracks, and coordinates code violation complaints for the following county departments: Environmental Health and Community Development. Examples of issues handled include building violations, septic violations, water violations, land use violations, hulk vehicles, solid waste, and hazardous waste.We work closely and effectively with other county departments including the Lewis County Sheriff's Office and the Lewis County Prosecutor's Office. We also work with other governmental and municipal departments including, but not limited to, Washington State Patrol, the cities of Centralia and Chehalis, Southwest Clean Air Authority, and Washington …
Code Compliance - June 8, 2022, 8:43 a.m.
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Visit us at Centralia College during Earth Week!
Earth Day was yesterday, April 22, but we are still celebrating this week! The Lewis County Solid Waste Utility and the WSU Lewis County Master Recycler Composter Volunteers will host information booths in the TransAlta Commons today in honor of Earth Day. Stop by to learn about both organization's programs to help you reduce waste, recycle more, compost, clean up litter, and make Lewis County a great place to live. Let's work together to do our part to help create a better future. If you are looking for ways to get involved in improving Lewis County's environment, please visit www.lewiscountywa.gov/recycle
Solid Waste - April 18, 2025, 9:44 a.m.
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Drug and Alcohol Treatment
Lewis County Juvenile Court works closely with True North to rehabilitate youth who struggle with drugs and alcohol.True North tries to help youth understand harmful behaviors, find alternative solutions, and work towards a goal to better themselves.True North will accept referrals from anyone (remaining anonymous), then they work with the youth to get to the root of the problem and create an individualized plan to help the youth based on their own needs.To schedule an assessment or reach the Intake Line please call (360) 494-6867.For more information visit https://www.truenorth113.org/ or contact:Thurston County (360) 464-6873Thurston County (Yelm) (360) 458-62336005 Tyee Drive …
Juvenile Court - Aug. 2, 2021, 11:41 a.m.
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Community Glass Recycling Boxes
***Glass is not recycled in the curbside commingled recycling program in Lewis County, because broken glass can injure recycling workers, damage recycling sorting facilities and contaminate the entire load of recyclable items.***Glass Bottles & Jars can be recycled at the following locations:These containers accept glass bottles and jars without lids, colors can be mixed together. Containers must be empty, clean, and dry.No window glass, automotive glass, ceramics, drinking glasses, or mirror glass can be included in these containers! Forest Grange3397 Jackson HighwayChehalis, WA 98532 Pe Ell Utility Shop1101 N. First St.Pe Ell, WA 98572 Lewis County CentralSolid Waste Transfer Station1411 …
Solid Waste - Dec. 17, 2020, 4:08 p.m.
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About the Clerk
Our Mission The Lewis County Clerk serves as the official record keeper for the Superior Court. It is our mission to serve the courts and the citizens of Lewis County in a manner best suited to provide quality, efficient, and effective service. We believe the public has a right to employees who embody the highest standards of excellence, integrity, and fairness. About the Clerk The County Clerk, Scott Tinney is one of several independent, elected officials provided by the Washington State Constitution (Article IV, Sec 26), with specific and special duties assigned by statute, as well as local and state …
Clerk - May 12, 2009, 3:39 p.m.
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Adopted Plans
The Lewis County Comprehensive Plan identifies a vision for the future for the community, and establishes a set of long-term goals, policies and land use patterns for growth over a 20-year period. The current version of the Comprehensive Plan is available below. Lewis County Comprehensive PlanComprehensive Plan (amended September 23, 2025)Zoning Map (amended September 23, 2025)Appendix A Land Capacity AnalysisAppendix B Housing Capacity and Housing Needs AssessmentAppendix C Capital Facilities PlanAppendix D Transportation Technical AnalysisAppendix E Community Engagement Summary ReportAppendix F Climate Memo A. County Assets and EvaluationAppendix G Climate Memo B. Climate Risk and Vulnerability AssessmentAppendix H Community Engagement …
Community Development - Dec. 18, 2013, 8:16 a.m.
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Payment Center
Legal Financial Obligations (LFO) The Lewis County Clerk's Office is responsible for accepting legal financial obligation payments from adults convicted of criminal charges in Lewis County Superior Court. Juvenile defendants convicted in Lewis County Juvenile Court also submit payments to the Clerk's Office.SUPERIOR COURT PAYMENTS ONLYPayment methods available for adult LFOs and juvenile fines.OnlineOnline payments may be made using a credit/debit card or an electronic check. Services are provided by Point & Pay, Inc. for a fee of 2.95% ($2.00 minimum).Begin online payment process nowBy PhonePayments may be made by phone using credit/debit cards. Services are provided by Point & …
Clerk - March 22, 2010, 4:03 p.m.
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Data, Assessments, and Reports
Our team works with residents, service providers, and others throughout our Lewis County to better understand health and social topics for our community. This information is used to support informed decision making about programs, services, policies, and procedures affecting Lewis County residents and can be used by our community to prioritize needs, generate resources,, make service or program changes, and implement policies to improve the health of the public.We collect information through assessments, surveys, and a variety of public and restricted data sources, ensuring that all information is accurate and complete. Data Sources We've put together a collection of publicly …
Public Health - Jan. 26, 2015, 3:35 p.m.
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Scrap Metal Recycling Event near Vader and Winlock today
Lewis County residents may recycle scrap metal and household appliances for free at the old solid waste drop box at 1105 Winlock-Vader Road from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 7 at a special recycling event organized by the City of Vader and Lewis County Solid Waste Utility. Household appliances accepted in the recycling containers at the event include washers, dryers, hot water heaters, stoves/ranges, and dish washers. Please set refrigerators, freezers, and air conditioning units aside in a designated area at the event. Please make sure all appliances recycled are free of garbage and debris. This event is for …
Solid Waste - April 8, 2025, 12:55 p.m.
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Resolutions with ARPA Funding
Lewis Economic Development Council MOU Downloadable PDF explaining the terms of a memorandum of understanding between Lewis County BOCC and EDC UV Purchase-Sheriff's Office Jail and Juvenile Detention-Resolution 21-357 Downloadable PDF explaining the purchase of R-Zero's UV-C units for Lewis County Sheriff's Office Jail and Juvenile Detention
May 26, 2021, 9:39 a.m.