1. Investment Information

    Lewis County Investment Pool (LCIP)The LCIP is an investment pool consisting of public funds offered by the Lewis County Treasurer and authorized under RCW’s 36.29.020, 36.29.022 and 36.29.024.The LCIP was established to provide county departments as well as eligible government entities within Lewis County a mechanism whereby they may utilize the resources of the County Treasurer to maximize the potential of their surplus public funds, in a manner that optimizes safety, liquidity and return on such funds.Earnings income from the County Treasurer’s investments is distributed back to our clients, and supports local public services, reducing the amount necessary to levy …


    Treasurer - April 30, 2009, 8:35 a.m.

  2. Unpermitted Food Vendor

    What is an Unpermitted Food Vendor? Unpermitted food vendors are people who are selling food on a cart, table, back of the car trunk, via social media, or from their home without a permit to operate from the Lewis County Public Health & Social Services - Environmental Health Division. The Washington State Retail Food Code requires that all individuals who provide food to the public obtain a permit to operate.​​Unpermitted Food VendorsWhen you buy meals online, you gamble with your health and safety. Unpermitted food vendors typically use kitchens that have not been inspected and consumers don’t know if the …


    Environmental Health - Feb. 5, 2026, 2:54 p.m.

  3. LP25-00001 & SEP25-0032

    Public Hearing Documents Coming Soon Staff Report Documents Coming Soon Applicant Response to Comments Coming Soon Public Comments Submitted During SEPA and Notice of Application LP25-00001 NOA-SEPA Complete - Initial Review - request for additional information LP25-00001 All NOA SEPA Comments Administration Documents LP25-00001 Determination of Completeness LetterLP25-00001 Notice of ApplicationLP25-00001 SEP25-0032 Posting Site PlanSEP25-0032 DNSSEP25-0032 SEPA Tracking Sheet Application Documents LP25-00001 ApplicationLP25-00001 Lot ClosuresLP25-00001 Preliminary MapSEP25-0032 Environmental ChecklistLDR25-0036 Adequate Facilities - FireLDR25-0036 Adequate Facilities - RefuseLDR25-0036 Adequate Facilities - SchoolLDR25-0036 Adequate Facilities - Sheriff LDR25-0036 Conditional Approval - 08-25-25LDR25-0036 County Engineer's Report ReviewLDR25-0036 ECY Letter - Permit Exempt Well …


    Community Development - Jan. 7, 2026, 10:02 a.m.

  4. Fallen Officers

    IN REMEMBRANCE The Lewis County Sheriff's Office honors all officers in Lewis County who have died in the line of duty. LEWIS COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE Deputy Stephen "Mike" Gallagher, Jr. - End of Watch August 17, 2009Lewis County Sheriff’s Deputy Stephen “Mike” Gallagher was gravely injured on Monday evening August 17, 2009, while responding to assist another deputy with a domestic violence 911 call. Deputy Gallagher’s patrol vehicle struck an elk on US Highway 12, near mile post 130, just outside of Packwood, WA. Deputy Gallagher was airlifted to Harborview Medical Center in Seattle where he succumbed to his injuries …


    Sheriff - Oct. 13, 2011, 4:32 p.m.

  5. List of Boards and Commissions

    911 Executive Board (Combined Users Committee)Advisory Committee to the Lewis County Board of HealthArea Agency on Aging Advisory Council (Lewis/Mason/Thurston)Board of EqualizationBoundary Review BoardCommunity Action Council of Lewis Mason and Thurston CountiesDistressed Counties Fund / Rural Economic Development Public Facilities Advisory Committee (.09)LEOFF Disability BoardLewis County Airport System Advisory BoardLewis County Civil Service CommissionLewis County Historical Society Board of DirectorsLewis County Law and Justice CouncilLewis County Salary CommissionLewis County Water Conservancy BoardLocal Criminal Justice Treatment Account PanelLocal Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC)Lodging Tax Advisory CommitteeNoxious Weed BoardPacific Mountain Workforce Development CouncilPlanning CommissionPublic Facilities DistrictSolid Waste Advisory Committee (SWAC) RCW 70.95SWW Fair …


    Commissioners - March 29, 2016, 11:10 a.m.

  6. Planned Growth Committee

    The Planned Growth Committee (PGC) is made up of the Mayor, or their designee, from each city in Lewis County and the Chair of the Board of County Commissioners. The PGC makes recommendations on population and housing allocations to the Lewis County Planning Commission before the Board of County Commissioners adopts the final numbers.The public is invited to attend the PGC meetings, which are on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 1:00pm. Please the see the Community Development Calendar for more information. There is a comment period at the beginning of each meeting where the public may address the …


    Community Development - March 25, 2024, 3:06 p.m.

  7. About Human Resources

    Thank you for your interest in Lewis County Human Resources!At the County, we believe that our 500 employees are our greatest asset. We are an equal opportunity employer that offers our full time employees competitivebenefits, paid vacation, sick leave, and an attractive retirement plan.Our goal is to be the employer of choice in our community. Mission Statement: To assist, advise, and facilitate management and employees to best align individual talent with the needs and goals of Lewis County. To provide solutions to workplace issues which promote an environment that is characterized by fair treatment of staff, open communication, personal accountability, …


    Human Resources - April 21, 2015, 11:27 a.m.

  8. 911 Communications

    Career Opportunities Apply Here Public Safety Telecommunications Officer About Contact The Lewis County 911 Communications Division is responsible for providing and maintaining the Lewis County Communications Center which serves as the primary answering point for all 911 calls placed in Lewis County.Mission Statement:Make a positive difference by seeking and finding ways to affirmatively promote and preserve trust, confidence and a feeling of safety, security and quality service for all members of our community. 911 Communications Administration Office 360-740-1464 Central Dispatch (Non-Emergency) Business Line 360-740-1105 News There are no items to show at this time. Communications Center Basics The Center’s first …


    911 Communications - Jan. 23, 2019, 4:12 p.m.

  9. Contacting an Inmate

    Updated and EFFECTIVE January 6, 2021 Inmate Postal Mail To maintain the security and safety of the inmates and staff, all inmate postal mail (with the exception of Legal Mail, money orders, books, Court Documents, Bank Statements, & Publications) must be sent to the following address:Lewis County JailInmate Name - ID NumberPO Box 9122Seminole, FL 33775-9122Legal Mail, money orders, Court Documents, Books, Bank Statements, & Publications will continue to be sent to the facility directly at 28 SW Chehalis Ave., Chehalis WA 98532The Inmates Name and ID number must be clearly Printed on the outside of the envelope or postcard …


    Sheriff - Jan. 5, 2016, 7:21 a.m.

  10. Driving Directions / Twin Transit Routes

    Coming From I-5 North Bound Take the 13th Street exit, Exit 76.At the end of the ramp, make a right turn onto Parkland Drive.Continue straight through the first stop light.The Public Parking lot will be the first parking lot on your left, across the street from the Relax Inn.The street address will be displayed "1255" on the wood paneling. Coming From I-5 South Bound Take the 13th Street exit, Exit 76.At the end of the ramp, make a left turn onto Parkland Drive.Continue straight through the first stop light.The Public Parking lot will be the first parking lot on your …


    Juvenile Court - Feb. 12, 2016, 11:26 a.m.