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Social Services
Social Services works to ensure service delivery systems in Lewis County that maximize individual potential while promoting choice, accessibility, opportunity and full participation in all aspects of Lewis County life.Social Services coordinates funding and leads projects that address:Behavioral Health and substance use disorder treatmentEmployment programs for adults with Developmental DisabilitiesRecreation Programs for adults with Developmental DisabilitiesHousing ProgramsSubstance abuse prevention Contact Information Behavioral Health and Opioid Prevention ProgramsCaroline GaribaySocial Services Supervisor Phone: 360-740-1167Email: caroline.garibay@lewiscountywa.govDevelopmental Disabilities ProgramSara SonsCommunity Health Services Contract CoordinatorPhone: 360-740-1418Email: sara.sons@lewiscountywa.govHousing ProgramKirstine WardCommunity Outreach Worker SeniorPhone: (360) 740-1284Email: kirstine.ward@lewiscountywa.gov
Public Health - Oct. 13, 2014, 4:08 p.m.
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Preventing Accidental 9-1-1 calls
Preventing Accidental 9-1-1 CallsEach month over 1200 Wireless 911 calls for service are received by Lewis County Communications. Cell phones have proven to be invaluable tools for help in an emergency. Quick access to 911 services is a common reason people choose to purchase wireless phones.However, wireless phones can easily dial 911 without the phone owner being aware that a 911 call has been made. It is estimated that accidental dialing causes over 20% of the wireless 911 calls in Lewis County. Accidental 911 calls can occur when a phone is placed in a pocket or purse, and gets bumped. …
911 Communications - March 7, 2012, 8:34 a.m.
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Sex Offenders
They are not wanted by law enforcement at this time. This notification is not intended to increase fear; rather, it is our belief that an informed public is a safer public. To understand more about sex offender levels, download the info sheet. Any questions/concerns regarding sex offenders residing in Lewis County, contact Detective Kelton Wheeldon at 360-748-9286 or email kelton.wheeldon@lewiscountywa.gov Notice Offender Watch Search →The Lewis County Sheriff's Office is releasing the following information pursuant to RCW 4.24.550, which authorizes law enforcement agencies to inform the public when the release of information will enhance public safety and protection. The individuals …
Sheriff - Jan. 25, 2019, 2:01 p.m.
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Hirst Response
On January 19, 2018, the Washington State Legislature passed ESSB 6091 related to permit exempt wells for domestic uses. The legislation was intended to respond to the 2016 Washington State Supreme Court Hirst Decision.The flowchart and webmap below are intended to help residents understand how this law affects lands within Lewis County. Colors on the flowchart correspond to the colors on the map.Additional resources are located at the bottom of the webpage. Further information will be placed on the site as it becomes available.For more information, please email jeffrey.landrum@lewiscountywa.gov or call (360) 740-1249. Flowchart Map Lewis County WRIA Map (includes …
Community Development - Jan. 26, 2018, 8:27 a.m.
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Upcoming Sheriff's Sales
CLICK ON UNDERLINED LINKS FOR DETAILS OF EACH SALEIMPORTANT NOTE: Properties auctioned in a Sheriff's Sale DO NOT include a title search. Potential buyers are responsible to check for past due taxes, liens, water/sewer connections (municipalities), or other liens/fees in any auction. The Sheriff's Office cannot provide legal advice. The Sheriff makes no claims as to condition of the subject property. APRIL 2026 April 17, 2026 - Order of Sale 25-2-00181-21, Sale 120 Shirlee Ave, Centralia, WA JANUARY 2026 January 9, 2026 - Postponement Notice 1009 SE 1st St, Winlock, WA, Order of Sale 25-2-00181-21 OPENING BID: $200,540.00 SOLD to …
Sheriff - Feb. 25, 2019, 9:24 a.m.
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ADA and Reasonable Accommodation
Purpose:To serve Lewis County residents, and for continuing compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County strives to eliminate any barriers that may prevent access to County facilities and services.Request for reasonable accommodation:Any person with a disability who is applying for employment, a current employee, or an individual wanting to participate in a County sponsored program or activity, or their representative, may make a request for reasonable accommodation. Applicants with disabilities who need accommodation with the application and/or selection process should contact Human Resources at (360)740-2737 or (360) 740-1480 TTY or visit us in the Human Resources and Risk …
Human Resources - May 21, 2012, 3:27 p.m.
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Potentially Dangerous & Dangerous Animal
The Lewis County Sheriff's Office investigates cases of potentially dangerous or dangerous animals to determine which may require further action. If you are concerned regarding an aggressive animal or you have been attacked by an animal, please call the Lewis County dispatch non-emergency line at 360-740-1105 to initiate the reporting process.Lewis County Code 6.05.010
Code Compliance - June 8, 2022, 8:43 a.m.
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Commissioner
Commissioner Cailen L. Cecil Court Commissioner Cailen L. Cecil Cailen Cecil was born and raised in Yelm, Washington where she attended Yelm High School, graduating in 1994. Cailen earned an Associates of Arts from Pierce College (1996), Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from University of Washington (1998), and a Juris Doctorate from Texas Tech School of Law (2002). Cailen began her legal career representing survivors of domestic violence at the Legal Aid Society of Lubbock in Texas. In 2004, Cailen returned to Washington State where she practiced law on a part-time basis as a private practitioner in Yelm. In 2008, …
Superior Court - April 22, 2009, 11:34 a.m.
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Deputy Coroners
The Lewis County Coroner's Office employs Deputy Coroners who respond to locations where deaths have occurred in order to conduct medicolegal death investigations. Deputy Coroners are not law enforcement personnel but do work very closely in conducting investigations with all of the law enforcement agencies in the county. The Lewis County Coroner's Office currently has The Elected Coroner, Chief Deputy Coroner, one full-time Deputy Coroner, one part-time Deputy Coroner, and six on-call Deputy Coroners. The on-call Deputy Coroner position is classified as "extra help" and they work from home on call. When they receive a call they respond to the …
Coroner - April 7, 2014, 3:17 p.m.
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Lewis County receives funds from U.S. Dept. of the Interior
On June 24, 2025, Lewis County received PILT funds from the U.S. Department of the Interior. Please click here for information regarding past and current year Payments in Lieu of Taxes.To view the press release from U.S. Department of the Interior, please click here.
Treasurer - June 26, 2025, 9 a.m.