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Stewardship Incentive Program
Introductory materials, offering all the details you need to navigate the process, can be found here:2026 SIP Program: IntroductionPlease review these instructions in their entirety.To apply: 2026 SIP ApplicationPlease complete the form to the best of your ability and submit it back to us via email or paper mail.Our mailing address is: 351 NW North St., Chehalis WA 98532Our office email is weeds@lewiscountywa.govThe SIP's Pesticide License Reimbursement application can be found here:2025 SIP Pesticide License Reimbursement ApplicationResidents may participate in both aspects of the program simultaneously. Acceptance into one will not negatively affect the application status for the other.Note: A …
Weed Control - March 1, 2023, 4:28 p.m.
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Short Term Rental Registry Process
On January 1, 2026, all owners and operators of short-term rentals (also known as Air BnBs) will be required to register the rental through Lewis County. Owners/operators will have one calendar year to come into compliance. The registry application is available through the online portal HERE.The requirements are specified in Lewis County Code Chapter 17.105. The following is a summary of the requirements (this is not an exhaustive list):A short-term rental can be a single family home, accessory dwelling unit (ADU), duplex, detached bedroom, RV/trailer, yurt or other similar structure.All short-term rentals will be required to have a building permit …
Community Development - Nov. 5, 2025, 3:01 p.m.
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Facilities Call for Bids
Current Projects: June 30, 2023 Community Development Sheetrock and Painting Project #31-2102-SRP Lewis County is soliciting bids from the Small Works Roster for the provision and installation of gypsum wallboard and interior painting of an office space at 125 NW Chehalis Ave. in Chehalis WA.Call for BidsDesign DrawingsProject Manual Vol1Project Manual Vol 2Floorplan June 13, 2023 Rainier Block Site Improvements Lewis County is soliciting bides for the Rainier Block Site Improvements Project.Bid PacketDesign DrawingsDesign Specifications - RevisedBid Q&A December 20, 2022 Historic Courthouse Masonry Restoration Project Lewis County is solicitiong bids for the Historic Courthouse Masonry Restoration Project. Bids are …
Sept. 24, 2025, 10:12 a.m.
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Minutes, Resolutions and Ordinances
Lewis County’s “BOCC Documents & Records” portal allows you to search for Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) minutes, resolutions, ordinances and proclamations.Click here to access the portal, which will allow you to select from the following:“Minutes (BOCC Quorum Meetings),” which includes minutes from all meetings — excluding the Board of County Commissioners’ (BOCC) weekly legislative meeting (the “BOCC Business Meeting”) — from 2010 to present.“Resolutions, Ordinances and Legislative Meeting Minutes,” which includes proclamations, minutes, resolutions and ordinances from the weekly legislative meeting (the “BOCC Business Meeting”) from 2015 to present. (Videos of the BOCC Business Meetings also are available by …
Commissioners - Feb. 26, 2026, 3:47 p.m.
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Mental Health
Lewis County Juvenile Court works closely with Cascade Mental Health and other providers to ensure the safety and well-being of all in custody youth.Crisis Counselors are on-call 24/7 for any youth needing to speak to a counselor for any immediate concern that arises.Cascade Mental HealthCentralia:2428 W Reynolds Ave, Centralia, WA 98531(360) 330-9044Chehalis:135 W Main St, Chehalis, WA 98532(360) 748-4339
Juvenile Court - Aug. 2, 2021, 11:40 a.m.
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The State Noxious Weed Law
The term "noxious" is a legal term, rather than botanical or technical. It is used to describe non-native plants that have been introduced to Washington from other parts of the world and have a damaging impact on the local industries that rely on having a healthy ecosystem and plant community, such as agriculture, etc. Because of their aggressive growth and lack of natural enemies in the state, these species can be highly destructive, competitive, or difficult to control. Noxious weeds can reduce crop yields, destroy native plant and animal habitats, severely limit recreational opportunities, clog waterways, lower land values, create …
Weed Control - Jan. 10, 2012, 3:02 p.m.
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Parks
Parks & Recreation (lewiscountywa.gov) Updates For interest in individual or group volunteering at one of our parks or properties,please contact our Lewis County Parks & Recreation Office.By visiting our Parks & Recreation (lewiscountywa.gov) page or by calling (360) 740-1495. About the Parks Schaefer County Park14 acres-Located one mile north of Centralia (on Bucoda highway/State Route 507)- Picnicking, Skookumchuck River access, covered shelter, hiking, volleyball court, playground, fishing, horseshoe pits, group picnic area. Gates and restrooms open Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. Day use only. South County Regional Park43 acres-Located one-half mile south of Toledo off SR 505 (212 Ray …
Sept. 24, 2025, 10:12 a.m.
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Fact Sheets and Instructions for Healthcare Facilities
Battelle Decontamination System for Decontaminating Compatible N95 Respirators Battelle CCDS Critical Care Decontamination System Instructions for Healthcare Facilities: Preparation and Collection of N95
Emergency Management - May 28, 2020, 4:43 p.m.
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Survey
Survey Results:A community wide survey ran from November 2, 2021, to December 10, 2021, as an opportunity for county residents to provide direct input to the local government decision-making process, specifically on spending priorities for the $15 million that has been allocated to Lewis County as a part of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) distribution of funds to local county governments.Survey results presented from POLCO to Lewis County Staff on 3-9-2022: Lewis County ARPA Baseline Survey resultsSurvey result highlights presented to Board of County Commissioners on 1-19-2022: 1.19.2022 Polco Survey Results HighlightsFull resident results: Residents ResultsFull business results: Business …
Nov. 1, 2021, 3:36 p.m.
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Parks & Recreation
The Lewis County Parks & Recreation Department handles the Southwest Washington Fair and County Parks (including the Fairgrounds)County Parks include: Schaefer, South County, Rose Park, Packwood River Access, and the Southwest Washington Fairgrounds as well as community venues Claquato Church and St. Urban Church. The Parks & Rec Department is developing opportunities for year-round recreation in your parks.The Southwest Washington Fair showcases Southwest Washington and its agricultural, industrial heritage and future, displays the accomplishments of our regional community and encourages learning through participation, competition and observation.Mission Statement: The mission is to inspire community pride.Strategic Priorities:Increase Revenue to Support the Parks.Develop, …
Parks & Recreation - Sept. 2, 2021, 3:31 p.m.