1. Basic Composting Workshop

    This workshop has been moved to an online setting via Zoom. Please call 360-740-1216 or email jason.adams@lewiscountywa.gov to receive the Zoom link.Composting is a little like baking a cake. There are some basic science principles required to successfully create compost in the shortest possible time but the rest is art, allowing you to create a composting setup that works for you. The WSU Lewis County Master Recycler Composter volunteers invite you to attend a basic composting class at 5 p.m. July 6 at the Vernetta Smith Chehalis Timberland Library. There will be an opportunity to ask questions about your own …


    Solid Waste - Feb. 1, 2022, 3:39 p.m.

  2. Lewis County Solid Waste Advisory Committee (SWAC)

    The Lewis County SWAC meets at 1:00 p.m. the second Wednesday of each month in the Lewis County Public Works Building, 2025 NE Kresky Ave., Chehalis, WA 98532. If a regularly scheduled meeting lands on a holiday, members may elect to cancel the meeting or vote to meet on an alternate date.Meetings are open to the public, but during the current pandemic restrictions the meetings are only being offered online via Zoom. Please contact the Lewis County Solid Waste Utility Office at 360-740-1451 to receive Zoom registration information.Here is a link to the Lewis County Solid Waste Advisory Committee page.


    Solid Waste - Jan. 20, 2021, 10 a.m.

  3. 2023 Budget

    The memo below has links to budget reports available through the Lewis County OpenGov financial transparency portal. Users can view financial data based on the current proposed budget and prior year data. Please note that prior year data includes GAAP adjustments for financial reporting.For questions related to the OpenGov reports or for help with the system please contact Becky Butler at 360.740.1198 or email becky.butler@lewiscountywa.govSTANDARD BUDGET REPORTSFinal General Fund Revenue by Office and Department NumberFinal General Fund Expenditures by Office and Department NumberFinal Other Funds Revenue by Fund NumberFinal Other Funds Expenditures by Fund NumberSTANDARD BUDGET REPORTSPreliminary General Fund Revenue …


    Budget - Oct. 13, 2022, 9:40 a.m.

  4. Records Requests

    The Records Division of the Lewis County Sheriff’s Office is open to serve the public Monday through Friday, (except Holidays), 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. We are located in the Law and Justice Center at 345 W. Main Street, Chehalis, Washington.The records staff independently coordinates and performs a broad range of technical support services to the Operations, Corrections and Services Bureaus. Support technicians are responsible for computer entry, processing, storage, retrieval and dissemination of various reports, records and information within the Sheriff’s Office, along with assisting the public at the counter and on the phone. The staff includes six support …


    Sheriff - March 31, 2016, 1:23 p.m.

  5. Lewis County Solid Waste Advisory Committee Meeting-1:00 p.m.

    The Lewis County SWAC meets at 1:00 p.m. the second Wednesday of each month in the Lewis County Public Works Building, 2025 NE Kresky Ave., Chehalis, WA 98532. If a regularly scheduled meeting lands on a holiday, the chairperson may elect to cancel the meeting or members may vote to meet on an alternate date.Meetings are open to the public, but during the current pandemic restrictions the meetings are being held in person in a socially distanced setting, masked up if vaccinated or offered online via Zoom. Please contact the Lewis County Solid Waste Utility Office at 360-740-1451 or email …


    Solid Waste - May 11, 2021, 3:26 p.m.

  6. Open Enrollment 2026

    Aetna Plan Information (In Progress) 2026 PEBB OPEN ENROLLMENT (911 Employees ONLY) 2026 TEAMSTERS TRUST/NW ADMIN OPEN ENROLLMENT We will be updating this page as plan information becomes available.The following plan documents are tentative and are subject to change.Aetna Medical2026 Lewis County Benefit GuideAetna and MetLife FAQsLewis County Self-Administered Insurance Rules 2026Enrollment Forms for Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and other MetLife Supplemental Benefits:Medical and RX Benefits Election FormMetLife Enrollment FormRate Sheet:2026 Non-Represented and AFSCME AetnaAetna Plan Summaries:2026 Aetna OAMC 500 Plan2026 Aetna OAMC 1000 Plan2026 OAMC HDHP PlanBrainshark Video - Benefits and Enrollment InformationOpen Enrollment PresentationMedical and RX Benefits …


    Human Resources - Nov. 10, 2025, 2:33 p.m.

  7. CERT

    What is a Community Emergency Response Team? The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) is a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) program that educates residents about disaster preparedness for the hazards that may impact their area and trains them in basic disaster response skills, such as fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization, and disaster medical operations. CERT members are trained to safely respond to an emergency on the family, neighborhood and community level, and can provide assistance when first responders are unavailable. CERT members also are encouraged to support emergency response agencies by taking a more active role in …


    Emergency Management - May 7, 2024, 2:42 p.m.

  8. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

    What is a Public Record? A “Public Record” means any writing containing information relating to the conduct of government or the performance of any governmental or proprietary function prepared, owned, used, or retained by The County regardless of physical form or characteristics. Records created or received by employees using privately-owned devices only qualify as public record if the employee was acting within the scope of employment when the record was created or received, or when the record is subsequently used for a County purpose. How do I request records from Lewis County? Lewis County utilizes a web-based Records Center, Gov …


    Public Records - April 16, 2018, 3:38 p.m.

  9. Public Works FAQ

    Do you pick up dead animals? Yes, but only if it is on the county right-of-way (road or ditch); not if it is on private property. Why can’t you just drain this swampy area so the road won’t get flooded? We have strict rules imposed on us by other departments such as Washington State Fish and Wildlife Department, Department of Ecology, and other State/Federal agencies. The problem must be related to a road. We cannot drain private land. Who do I call to get a ditch cleaned? The Area Supervisor can be contacted. Please call Public Works at (360)740-1123 to …


    Public Works - April 12, 2016, 1:18 p.m.

  10. How-To Training & Resources

    If you need additional assistance with applying for a permit, please contact the Permit Center at 360-740-1146. Getting Started with SmartGov Link to SmartGov PortalVideo Tutorials:Creating a SmartGov Portal AccountNotification of Approval or IssuancePDF Tutorial: Creating a SmartGov Portal Account Master Site Review (MSR) / Land Development Review (LDR) The MSR is the first step for development. The planning department will review your proposal and verify that it meets all county zoning and critical areas regulations. This step also identifies what county, state and federal permits are needed for your development. After the MSR has been approved, you can apply …


    Community Development - Oct. 29, 2018, 3:02 p.m.