1. County seeks applicants for Public Health & Social Services Advisory Board

    The Lewis County Board of Health (BOH) is seeking Lewis County residents interested in serving on the Public Health & Social Services (PHSS) Advisory Board, a volunteer board that advises the BOH on issues affecting community health, environmental health, and social services.The thirteen-member board provides a unique opportunity for community members to share their experience and help shape decisions that affect public health and social services across Lewis County. Advisory Board members bring lived experience and professional expertise to inform plans and programs that impact the health and well-being of local residents.The BOH is accepting applications to fill four open …


    Public Health - Feb. 4, 2026, 3:08 p.m.

  2. Hazard Mitigation Plan

    The Lewis County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan, is a countywide plan that identifies risks and ways to minimize damage by natural and manmade disasters. The plan is a comprehensive resource document that serves many purposes such as enhancing public awareness, creating a decision tool for management, promoting compliance with Washington State and Federal program requirements, enhancing local policies for hazard mitigation capability, and providing inter-jurisdictional coordination.The federal Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 requires all local governments to create such a disaster plan in order to qualify for hazard mitigation funding.Lewis County tackled this planning effort on a region wide basis, …


    Community Development - April 20, 2023, 11:28 a.m.

  3. Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan

    The LC Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan, is a countywide plan that identifies risks and ways to minimize damage by natural and manmade disasters. The plan is a comprehensive resource document that serves many purposes such as enhancing public awareness, creating a decision tool for management, promoting compliance with Washington State and Federal program requirements, enhancing local policies for hazard mitigation capability, and providing inter-jurisdictional coordination.The federal Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 requires all local governments to create such a disaster plan in order to qualify for hazard mitigation funding.Lewis County tackled this planning effort on a region wide basis, and …


    Community Development - Dec. 23, 2016, 1:21 p.m.

  4. Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA)

    The Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) is a federal law that prohibits and seeks to eliminate sexual assaults and sexual misconduct in correctional institutions and community corrections settings. Lewis County Juvenile Court is committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for youth. We have adopted a zero tolerance policy pertaining to any form of sexual misconduct and sexual harassment of youth. Agency PolicyIn compliance with Section 115.322 of the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) standards, Lewis County Juvenile Court has provided policies to ensure referrals of allegations for investigations. Those policies can be found by clicking PREA Policy 22.1. …


    Juvenile Court - June 4, 2024, 11:06 a.m.

  5. History

    1845-1847 United States Marshall Joe Meek became the first official Law Enforcement Officer in Lewis County. The northern county boundary was reset at the 49th parallel, the present United States/Canadian Border, in 1846. 1847-1848 John R. Jackson became the 1st elected Sheriff of Lewis County, which had a population of 275 in the first census. The first taxes in Lewis County were also collected, including a poll tax of fifty cents on each male under the age of sixty. 1848-1849 Antonio B. Rabbeson became the 2nd elected Sheriff of Lewis County and Block House was built at Cowlitz Landing for …


    Sheriff - Feb. 5, 2016, 3:11 p.m.

  6. About the BOCC

    Sean D. Swope, Commissioner District No. 1Lindsey R. Pollock, DVM, Commissioner District No. 2Scott J. Brummer, Commissioner District No. 3Board of County Commissioners351 NW North Street, Room 210Chehalis WA, 98532Phone: 360-740-1120Fax: (360) 740-1475The Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) is the county’s legislative and budget authority.The three county commissioners are elected to four-year terms. The county is divided into three districts of relatively equal population as determined by federal census every 10 years. At the time of election, each commissioner must live in and represent his/her district.The commissioner positions are partisan, and candidates are selected via a primary election in their …


    Commissioners - March 11, 2016, 1:40 p.m.

  7. 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.

  8. Public Education

    The Lewis County 911 Communications Public Education Officers attend events and generate media content to further the message of the proper use of 911 and several other topics.If you are interested in more information about Lewis County 911 Communications Public Education Program, or if you would like staff to participate in a public safety event, please email 911 Public Education at 911.publiceducation@lewiscountywa.govEVENTSSafety CityAs part of our goal to provide public education, we participated in the 2019 Safety City Program. This program partners with other Lewis County Emergency Services Agencies to provide education in 5 focus areas. The focus areas are …


    911 Communications - May 15, 2015, 5:57 p.m.

  9. Lewis County Alert

    Sign up for notifications HERE. (Existing users can login to change their preferences)Lewis County Alert is the County’s official Emergency Alert & Notification System for life-threatening situations and critical emergencies. This system is used to quickly deliver urgent information when immediate action may be needed, including alerts related to police and fire activity, severe weather, evacuations, public health threats, and other safety emergencies impacting Lewis County.Registration is simple and free, and you choose how you want to receive alerts—by text message, email, or phone call. Getting signed up ensures you receive time-sensitive information directly, helping you make informed decisions during …


    Emergency Management - April 5, 2016, 4:47 p.m.

  10. 2010 SALES FOR 2011 ASSESSMENTS, 2012 TAX YEAR

    2010 SALES REPORTED BY SCHOOL DISTRICT REPORTS BY SCHOOL DISTRICT The following page(s) includes sales data and statistics considered to value Lewis County residential improved properties for Assessment Year 2011 for Taxes payable in 2012. The assessment/lien date for Assessment Year 2011 is 1/1/2011. This means your assessed value should reflect 100% market value of your property as of 1/1/2011. The information provided on this page reflects vacant land and residential improved properties which sold in calendar year 2010, the preceding 12 months prior to the assessment/lien date. These transactions were considered to best reflect the current market. Citizens using …


    Assessor - Dec. 4, 2013, 10:47 a.m.