1. Odyssey Portal - Online Records


    Jan. 24, 2019, 11:19 a.m.

  2. 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.

  3. Weed Identification

    Successful weed management starts with proper identification What is it? Is it noxious? Is it native? Is it poisonous? Is it even a weed?Weeds can fall under many different categories, and sometimes the same weed can be many of these at once! The first step in successful weed management is accurate identification and understanding of its life cycle. We are available to identify weeds both in the office and on site. There are also numerous resources online to help identify the weed in question, along with descriptions of feasible control options and methods, here are a few of our favorites:Washington …


    Weed Control - Sept. 27, 2019, 12:57 p.m.

  4. Food Safety Program

    Washington State Retail Food Code The Washington State Retail Food Code addresses current foodborne illness risks and the best methods for prevention in restaurants and many other types of food service establishments.Most food establishments are now required to have a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) on staff. The CFPM must train each person in charge of implementing relevant food safety procedures. The CFPM does not have to be on site at all times, but does need to be available for training and consultation as needed. There are several organizations approved to issue CFPM certification, each with their own training and …


    Environmental Health - Nov. 23, 2015, 10:58 a.m.

  5. Cerifications

    As of December 2025, three of the Lewis County Coroner's Office staff members are nationally registered Medicolegal Death Investigators through the American Board of Medicolegal Death Investigators (ABMDI). To become ABMDI registered, there are three criteria:Have 650 hours of death investigation experience and be employed in a Coroner/Medical Examiner OfficeDemonstrate competency in 300 tasks involving death investigationPass a four hour comprehensive examination with at least an 80%.The certification period is for five years during which continuing education (CE) hours are required to be re-certified. These CE hours can be earned by attending conferences and taking courses both in person and …


    Coroner - March 27, 2013, 12:58 p.m.

  6. County seeks volunteers for Solid Waste Advisory Committee

    The Lewis County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) is looking for individuals interested in serving on the county’s Solid Waste Advisory Committee (SWAC), a group of volunteers who help develop programs and policies concerning solid waste handling and disposal.Solid Waste Advisory Committee members weigh in on proposed rules, policies and ordinances, and they help Lewis County Solid Waste Utility staff develop a five-year “Solid Waste Management Plan” to guide how Lewis County manages garbage and recycling. The committee, which is mandated by state law under RCW 70A.205.110, is designed to represent multiple interests, including citizens, public interest groups, business, the …


    Commissioners - June 11, 2025, 1 p.m.

  7. Fee Schedule

    Paper Copy Fee 15 cents / page Scan Page Fee for Electronic Format 10 cents / page Electronic Delivery (E-Mail) Fee 5 cents / 4 files* Electronic Records Transmission 10 cents / gigabyte Storage Media / Container / Envelope / Postage / Delivery Charge Actual Cost * For purposes of calculating fees, an electronic “file” shall contain no more than one document and/or e-mail.NOTE: Charges will be combined if more than one type of charge applies.


    Public Records - July 15, 2021, 11:40 a.m.

  8. Domestic Violence/Civil Protection Orders

    Obtaining a Civil Protection Order If you are in imminent danger or know someone in imminent danger from domestic violence, dial 9-1-1 immediately! Who is eligible for a Civil Protection Order? Civil Protection OrdersWashington State law allows a person (called the Petitioner) to file a civil case asking the court to grant an order to protect them from another person (called the Respondent) whose behavior is abusive, threatening, exploitative, or harassing. Washington State law on civil protection orders can be found here: RCW 7.105.A single petition is used when filing for a protection order that includes the following types of …


    Clerk - Feb. 11, 2009, 9:04 a.m.

  9. Fee Schedule

    During the 2025 legislative session, the Washington State Legislature passed HB 1858 which increases the recording fee to $301.00 for recording an assignment, substitution, or appointment of trustee. SHB 1498 was also passed increasing the marriage license fee by $100.00.Click here to view the fee schedule that went into effect on July 27, 2025.Click here to view a breakdown of how the fees are distributed


    Auditor - Oct. 9, 2015, 8:04 a.m.

  10. Open House set for Lewis County Transportation improvement projects

    CHEHALIS – The efforts to alleviate local traffic congestion continues. Lewis County Public Works, the City of Centralia and Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) are hosting an open house to provide citizens with an update on the Reynolds Avenue/Harrison Avenue Corridor Improvement Project and the North Lewis County Industrial Access Transportation Study.The open house is 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. April 20 at Fort Borst Park in Centralia, kitchen #1, to present the public with preliminary plans and exhibits developed for improvement of the Reynolds Avenue and Harrison Avenue Corridor, extending from the Pearl St. (SR 507) intersection to …


    News Room - April 4, 2023, 3:14 p.m.