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Field Bindweed
Convolvulus arvensis Field Bindweed - An herbaceous perennial with extensive rhizomes that help it creep through fields and over plants.Leaves: Arrowhead-shaped leaves that alternate along the stem. Leaves have two lobes at the base.Flowers: Flowers bloom from April-October. Flowers are bell or funnel-shaped and are about 1 inch across. They range from white-pink and have bracts (scales) where the flower stem meets the plant stem.Habitat: It grows anywhere from full sun to full shade and is drought tolerant. Found in ravines, greenbelts, forested parks, farmlands, driveways, flower gardens, and ornamental bordersWeed Classification: CWhy is it a Noxious Weed?Once established it …
Weed Control - Oct. 6, 2022, 9:33 a.m.
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Court Records/Records Requests
The Clerk's Office dockets, maintains and archives all documents filed in Lewis County Superior Court. This includes the following case types: * Case Type Public Access 1 Adult Criminal Open unless sealed by court 2 Civil Open unless sealed by court 3 Dissolution Open unless sealed by court 4 Probate/Guardianship Open unless sealed by court 5 Adoptions/Paternity Confidential 6 Mental Illness Confidential 7 Juvenile Dependencies Confidential 8 Juvenile Offender Open unless sealed by court Open files may be reviewed by the public at the Clerk's Office on the 2nd floor of the Law & Justice Center. Photocopies of documents are …
Clerk - March 22, 2016, 8:05 a.m.
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About Risk Management
The Risk Management Department administers the County's self-insurance and claims programs. Risk Management's mission is to provide loss prevention and control programs and consultation, direction, insurance, and claims management services to Lewis County elected officials and departments to reduce or eliminate losses to property, liability, personnel, and net income.We believe that:Accidents and Injuries are preventableSafety can be managedSafety is an individual responsibilitySafety is a way of lifeNothing is more important than employee safetyRisk Management's primary activities are:Risk consultingInsurance procurement above self-insured retention levelsLewis County Self-Insured Fund management and financing for self-insured retention levelsAdministration of workers' compensation and unemployment claims (in …
Risk Management - Feb. 22, 2013, 1:38 p.m.
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Preventing Accidental 9-1-1 calls
Preventing Accidental 9-1-1 CallsEach month over 1200 Wireless 911 calls for service are received by Lewis County Communications. Cell phones have proven to be invaluable tools for help in an emergency. Quick access to 911 services is a common reason people choose to purchase wireless phones.However, wireless phones can easily dial 911 without the phone owner being aware that a 911 call has been made. It is estimated that accidental dialing causes over 20% of the wireless 911 calls in Lewis County. Accidental 911 calls can occur when a phone is placed in a pocket or purse, and gets bumped. …
911 Communications - March 7, 2012, 8:34 a.m.
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Family Functional Therapy (FFT)
Functional Family Therapy (FFT) This program was part of a cost-benefit analysis completed by the Washington State Institute for Public Policy on several violence prevention and reduction programs, including six Blueprints programs: Watching the Bottom Line: Cost-Effective Interventions for Reducing Crime in Washington. Program Summary Functional Family Therapy (FFT) is an outcome-driven prevention/intervention program for youth who have demonstrated the entire range of maladaptive, acting out behaviors and related syndromes. Program Targets: Youth, aged 11-18, at risk for and/or presenting with delinquency, violence, substance use, Conduct Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, or Disruptive Behavior Disorder. Often these youth present with additional …
Juvenile Court - Dec. 13, 2011, 10:32 a.m.
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Mobile Home Movement Permits
INFORMATION NEEDED TO ISSUE MOBILE HOME MOVEMENT PERMIT:Address where the mobile home is currently locatedAddress where the mobile home is moving toSeller's name & mailing addressBuyer's name & mailing addressMover’s name & addressMover’s WUTC permit numberMover’s DOT permit numberComplete description of the mobile home, including the serial/VIN number, make, model year, and length & width.If the mobile home is moving within Lewis County, property taxes on the mobile home must be paid in full for the current year.If the mobile home is moving out of Lewis County, we must collect all current year taxes and advance taxes before a movement …
Treasurer - Aug. 11, 2021, 8:08 a.m.
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Parrotfeather
Myriophyllum aquaticum Parrotfeather - An escaped ornamental that is submerged until it grows long enough to reach the surface where it will then have emergent leaves. This plant has a unique highly hydrophobic property that allows its leaves to hold bubbles of air.Leaves: Featherlike with whorled formation of 4 to 6 leaves. The subsurface leaves are darker than the emerged leaves which are bright green and resemble little fir tree seedlings.Flowers: Inconspicuous whitish flowers found at the leaf axils of emerging stems during summer months.Habitat: Found in freshwater ponds, streams, lakes and rivers. Tends to be rooted in shallow muddy …
Weed Control - Sept. 26, 2022, 11:33 a.m.
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Appliances
Pay to Recycle at Lewis County Central Transfer Station in Centralia, 1411 S. Tower Avenue or the East Lewis County Transfer Station, 6745 US Hwy 12, MortonAppliances Non-Refrigerated Units:$10.00 each Please pay at scale house prior to dropping off.Washing MachinesDryersOvens/Ranges/StovesHot Water HeatersDish WashersPay to Recycle at Lewis County Central Transfer Station in Centralia, 1411 S. Tower Avenue or the East Lewis County Transfer Station, 6745 US Hwy 12, MortonAppliances Refrigerated Units:$30.00 each Please pay at the scale house prior to dropping off. Doors can be recycled with the units, but the doors must be detached.RefrigeratorsFreezers (doors must be detached)Air Conditioning …
Solid Waste - Dec. 2, 2024, 4:42 p.m.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How do I quash my warrant?Each court handles quashing warrants differently. Contact the court your warrant is issued from for more information.Who is my attorney?If you have already screened and been assigned an attorney you should have received the name and phone number to your assigned attorney. If you have lost this information please email public.defense@lewiscountywa.gov for further assistance.When is my next court date?Contact your attorney for your next court date or contact the court that your matter is out of. You may also enter your information into Find My Court Date link to obtain the next court date.How can …
Public Defense - April 15, 2025, 1:52 p.m.
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Transcript Requests - List Updated 3/2026
Lewis County Superior Court utilizes audio/video recordings and Official Court Reporters. If a court reporter is present in the courtroom, there is no audio/video recording and a request for transcript must be made to court reporter. A court transcript is a written verbatim record of what is said in a court hearing that is transcribed by either the Official Court Reporter or a court approved transcriptionist.If you would like a CD copy of a video recorded proceeding, you will need to contact the County Clerk to request a CD. Clerk's CD Request formOfficial Court Reporters prepare official transcripts for Court …
Superior Court - Jan. 25, 2022, 11:17 a.m.