1. Planning Commission

    The Lewis County Planning Commission is providing options for public access to the meeting in person, online and by phone. Planning Commission meetings take place at the Lewis County Historic Courthouse, 351 NW North Street, Chehalis, WA 98532. The north entrance doors will be opened to the public at 5:30pm. Alternatively, the public may participate via Zoom using the information in the Meeting Agenda.Agenda - 09/24/2024Public Hearing - 2045 Population and Housing Reconciliation - 08/28/2024Notice Of Hearing - Population Housing Reconciliation - 09/04/2024Final Meeting Notes - 09/10/2024


    Community Development - Dec. 29, 2023, 10:47 a.m.


  2. Prosecutor

    Blake Review Form(Simple Possession Charges)Click here for form. About Contact The Prosecuting Attorney is the chief legal officer for Lewis County. The primary mission of a Prosecuting Attorney is to enforce criminal laws and work for the victims of crime. more » Prosecutor Law & Justice Center, 2nd Floor 345 West Main Street Chehalis, WA, 98532 (360) 740-1240 Contact the Prosecutor Prosecutor's Office Calendars Felony Daily Docket 12-19-2025 Prosecutor | December 19, 2025 District Court Daily Docket 12-19-2025 Prosecutor | December 19, 2025 Felony Criminal Docket 12-18-2025 Prosecutor | December 18, 2025 District Court Daily Docket 12-18-2025 Prosecutor | December …


    Prosecutor - Jan. 23, 2019, 4:12 p.m.


  3. CANCELED *2021 Legislative Roundtable

    Please note that in-person attendance is limited to our area lawmakers, mayors and county commissioners.Please see the attached agenda.Please click here to view the flyer, which includes the following links for virtual attendance:Via Facebook: Search for “Lewis County Commissioners” or go to https://www.facebook.com/LewisCountyCommissioners/Via YouTube: Search for “LewisCountyWa” or go to https://www.youtube.com/user/LewisCountyWa/featured


    Commissioners - Aug. 16, 2021, 11:32 a.m.


  4. Superior Court Pro-tems needed

    Lewis County Superior Court is accepting letters of interest from attorneys interested in being a Pro-tem Family Law Court Commissioner. We utilize pro-tem Commissioners to cover family law dockets during judicial conferences, vacation coverage and some overflow dockets and are looking at expanding our current list of available pro-tems. We are also accepting letters of interest for Mental Health/Substance Abuse Involuntary Treatment Act Pro-tem Commissioner. These hearings are held Tuesdays and Fridays at 1:00 pm. If you have an interest in doing some pro-tem Commissioner work, we would love to hear from you! Submit letter of interest to Lewis County …


    Superior Court - Sept. 8, 2022, 11:55 a.m.


  5. Lewis County Fire Marshal modifies burn restrictions, effective Sept. 23

    CHEHALIS – A burn ban in unincorporated Lewis County will be modified, effective at 12:01 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 23. Recreational fires and charcoal or wood BBQs only are permitted.After careful review of the current and extended weather forecast, the Lewis County Commissioners, Community Development Director and Fire Marshal have determined that current weather conditions within Lewis County have improved enough to modify current burning restrictions.“Cooler temperatures and higher humidity are predicted in the region over the next several days,” said Lewis County Fire Marshal Doyle Sanford in announcing the adjustment of burn restrictions. “Open burning is still not allowed and …


    News Room - Sept. 22, 2023, 4:17 p.m.


  6. Lewis County grant helps Napavine begin major facelift to city center park

    From left, Napavine City Councilman Brian Watson, Councilor Don Webster, Mayor Shawn O’Neill, Councilor Heather Stewart, Lewis County Commissioner Lindsey Pollock and Mayor Pro-tem Duane Crouse at park groundbreaking ceremony Sept. 26. NAPAVINE – Lewis County and city officials braved soggy skies Tuesday for a groundbreaking celebration at Napavine’s crown jewel: Mayme Shaddock Park.Lewis County Commissioner Lindsey Pollock joined Napavine Mayor Shawn O’Neill, city councilmembers and others to help kick off the city’s $815,000 renovation project, which will include the construction of a covered kitchen area and new restrooms and the introduction of Wi-Fi coverage.The county commissioners contributed $470,000 from …


    News Room - Sept. 28, 2023, 8:10 a.m.


  7. *Directors' Update

    Please see the attached agenda.DAY AND TIME CHANGE: Please note that the Directors' Update will take place at 11 a.m. Tuesday (instead of 9 a.m. Wednesday) this week.Also, please note that public comment regarding proposed Ordinance 1337 will not be taken during this meeting. Those wishing to speak for or against the quasi-judicial matters included in Ordinance 1337 will have an opportunity to do so as part of the upcoming hearing.


    Commissioners - Oct. 7, 2022, 4:45 p.m.


  8. *Legislative Recap - Impact to Offices

    Please see the attached agenda.


    Commissioners - June 4, 2021, 2:49 p.m.


  9. Environmental Health

    Permit Fees Increasing effective January 1, 2025On November 12, the Lewis County Board of County Commissioners approved increases to certification and permit application fees to help balance budgets for the departments of Community Development, Public Works and Public Health & Social Services.The fee increases will go into effect on January 1, 2025. The adopted fee schedule is available now by request and will be available online after January 1st. Septic Program Water Program Water Lab Solid Waste / Hazardous Program Food Program Septic & Water Permits Office Support:Customer Service Representative – Rae SissonRae.Sisson@lewiscountywa.gov – 360-740-2718Customer Service Representative – Erin BradleyErin.Bradley@lewiscountywa.gov …


    Environmental Health - Jan. 23, 2019, 4:12 p.m.


  10. Lewis County Fire Marshal issues outdoor burning restrictions

    CHEHALIS – The Lewis County Fire Marshal has announced burn restrictions on outdoor burning for unincorporated lands in the county, beginning at 12:00 a.m. Friday, June 9.Lewis County is experiencing unseasonably dry conditions and an unusual amount of runaway burn piles.“After careful review of the current and extended weather forecast, the Lewis County Commissioners, Community Development Director and Fire Marshal have determined that current weather conditions within Lewis County have created substantial fire danger,” said Lewis County Fire Marshal Doyle Sanford.Recreational campfires in designated campgrounds and on private lands are still allowed if:The campfire is no greater than 3 feet …


    News Room - June 8, 2023, 2:20 p.m.