1. Recording Fee Increases 7/27/2025

    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 new fee schedule


    Auditor - July 18, 2025, 2:22 p.m.

  2. Christmas Day observed: Transfer stations are open!

    Transfer stations in Centralia and Morton are open regular hours today. The Lewis County Solid Waste Utility Administration Office, however, is closed today in observance of the Christmas Day holiday. The administration office will resume regular hours on Tuesday.


    Solid Waste - Oct. 19, 2022, 10:39 a.m.

  3. *2021 Budget Meetings

    Update: Power has been restored (thank you to the Lewis County PUD for its quick response). The Historic Courthouse has reopened to the public, and the afternoon sessions of the 2021 Budget Meeting will take place as planned, beginning at 1 p.mPlease see attached agenda.


    Commissioners - Oct. 16, 2020, 3:23 p.m.

  4. Kennel Operating Permit

    Lewis County requires dog kennels to obtain a permit yearly along with an inspection to assure that the animals are cared for appropriately. Lewis County Code 6.15 Which permit do I need? Application Dog Kennel FAQs


    Code Compliance - June 8, 2022, 8:43 a.m.

  5. New K-9 Team

    K9 Team CONGRATULATIONS TO THE LEWIS COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE NEW K9 TEAM, Deputy Jared Kasinger and his K9 partner Kimbo!Deputy Kasinger has worked as a patrol deputy for the Lewis County Sheriff’s Office since 2017. Shortly after completing probation, Deputy Kasinger was selected to be a part of the Lewis County Technical Rescue Team. Deputy Kasinger is also a member of our Marine Patrol Unit and is currently one of our Field Training Officers.In early 2024, Deputy Kasinger was selected to be the new Sheriff’s Office K9 handler. He then played a large role in choosing his K9 partner Kimbo, …


    Sheriff - May 29, 2024, 4:17 p.m.

  6. East End Community Recycle Event

    Lewis County along with community volunteers from Packwood are offering an East County Recycle Event at the Packwood Community Hall. Lewis County residents can drop off the following items for proper disposal and/or recycling:Household hazardous waste collection:Unwanted or left-over household chemicals10 CFL Lights5 gallons motor oil5 gallons antifreezeCustomers must leave containers at eventNo containers larger than 5 gallonsNo PaintCare paint productsE-Cycle Collection:Up to two items per householdTVs (less than 42"), Computer Monitors, CPUsScrap Metal Recycling & Household Appliances:Misc. scrap metal, lawn mowers (fluids must be drained)Washers, dryers, hot water heaters, dish washers, stovesPlease set refrigerated units in designated areaTire Recycling:Residents …


    Solid Waste - Sept. 21, 2023, 1:03 p.m.

  7. Judges

    Judge J. Andrew Toynbee, Department 1 Education: University of San Diego School of Law (J.D. 1992); University of Washington (B.A. 1988); Bellarmine Preparatory School (1984)Legal/Judicial Experience: Superior Court Commissioner Pro Tem from April 2015 to January 2017; Chief Criminal Deputy - Thurston County Prosecutor’s Office from 2006 to January 2017, Chief Criminal Deputy - Lewis County Prosecutor's Office from 2002 to 2006; Deputy Prosecutor from 1994 to 2002. Judge, Lewis County Superior Court, Department 1 (2017 - Present) Judge Paul A. Strophy, Department 2 Judge, Dept 2 Paul A. Strophy Education: Capital High School, Olympia, WA (1992); University of Washington …


    Superior Court - June 14, 2011, 8:23 a.m.

  8. Property Management

    The Property Management Section, of the Real Estate Services Division is responsible for managing (except operational matters) all real estate owned by Lewis County, Washington. It maintains the County road files and an inventory of all County-owned parcels. It acquires real estate and other property rights for various public purposes, evaluates the impact of requests to permanently encumber the property by easements, the grant of long-term leases, or the granting of temporary or indeterminate permits. This section also handles the processing of requests to sell surplus real estate, vacate unnecessary road right-of-way, and close county roads. It reviews all short …


    Public Works - May 5, 2009, 4:13 p.m.

  9. RFQ for Architectural and Engineering Services for Night-by-Night Shelter. DEADLINE EXTENDED TO 5 PM MARCH 14.

    Please see the attached addendum, which extends the deadline to 5 p.m. March 14, 2024, and adds the floor plan.Please see the attached legal notice regarding the addendum.Please see the attached notice.


    Commissioners - Feb. 20, 2024, 1:48 p.m.

  10. Hazo Hut is closed for the New Year Day Holiday

    Hazo Hut at the Lewis County transfer station in Centralia is closed today, Wednesday, Jan. 1, in observance of the New Year Day holiday. Hazo Hut will next be open on Saturday, Jan. 4, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.


    Solid Waste - Sept. 3, 2024, 4:32 p.m.