1. Lewis County Outdoor Recreation and Tourism Commission (LCORT)

    The Lewis County Outdoor Recreation and Tourism Group's - purpose is to identify current challenges and future opportunities associated with recreation and tourism in Lewis County and to position communities to minimize impacts and maximize benefits.The Lewis County Outdoor Recreation and Tourism group brings representatives from local government, public entities and private industry together to address growing concerns with the impact of outdoor recreation and tourism. Many Lewis County communities are not taking full advantage of the existing opportunities and lack the infrastructure to support both current and future activity. By consulting the appropriate stakeholders and similar organizations already in …


    Commissioners - June 9, 2021, 10:59 a.m.

  2. Learn about county services while playing Passport game at SWW Fair!

    Saddle Up for the Southwest Washington Fair! Eleven county departments, offices, and related agencies have joined forces to bring you the Passport to Lewis County Public Service game. Here's how to play: Pick up a passport upon entry to the fair at the Guest Services Building (the information gazebo), answer questions at 12 Lewis County booths to get your passport stamped for daily prizes and grand prizes at the end of the fair! Visit the featured fair locations between 10 a.m. & 5 p.m. daily, answer the questions, and get your passport stamped. One completed passport per person, per day. …


    Solid Waste - Aug. 12, 2025, 9:56 a.m.

  3. Get your Passports stamped for prizes at the SWW Fair!

    Saddle Up for the Southwest Washington Fair! We have partnered with Fionna and her team at the Southwest Washington Fair and 11 other Lewis County departments, offices, and related agencies to bring you the Passport to Lewis County Public Service. Here's how to play: Pick up a passport upon entry to the fair at the Guest Services Building (the information gazebo), answer questions at 11 Lewis County booths to get your passport stamped for daily prizes and grand prizes at the end of the fair! Visit the featured fair locations between 10 a.m. & 5 p.m. daily, answer the questions, …


    Solid Waste - Aug. 12, 2025, 9:52 a.m.

  4. eFiling

    THE LEWIS COUNTY CLERK'S OFFICE IS NOW ACCEPTING eFILING!eFileWA RESOURCES AND CLERK GUIDELINESeFileWA Link: eFile WA - Landing Page (tylertech.cloud)Prior to e-filing, you are encouraged to review:Document Filing OrderDocuments That Cannot Be eFiledWashington State General Rule 30 (GR30)Fee ScheduleeFILING IS ONLY FOR SUPERIOR COURT CASE FILINGS.WE APPRECIATE YOUR PATIENCE AS WE NAVIGATE THIS NEW SERVICE.LOCAL CLERK POLICIES WILL BE DEVELOPED AND UPDATED AS NEEDED.***BENCH COPIES - Bench copies can not be submitted using eFileWA. All bench copies should be emailed to Superior Court Administration at SCAdmin@lewiscountywa.govCIVIL PROTECTION ORDER (CPO) - New Petitions for Civil Protection Orders will not be accepted …


    Clerk - Sept. 10, 2024, 10:02 a.m.

  5. The State Noxious Weed Law

    The term "noxious" is a legal term, rather than botanical or technical. It is used to describe non-native plants that have been introduced to Washington from other parts of the world and have a damaging impact on the local industries that rely on having a healthy ecosystem and plant community, such as agriculture, etc. Because of their aggressive growth and lack of natural enemies in the state, these species can be highly destructive, competitive, or difficult to control. Noxious weeds can reduce crop yields, destroy native plant and animal habitats, severely limit recreational opportunities, clog waterways, lower land values, create …


    Weed Control - Jan. 10, 2012, 3:02 p.m.

  6. Lodging Tax (tourism promotion) grant application

    The Lewis County Board of County Commissioners uses lodging tax funds to award grants to nonprofits and governmental organizations whose programs or activities promote tourism in the unincorporated areas of Lewis County."Tourism promotion," as defined in RCW 67.28.080, means activities, operations and expenditures designed to increase tourism, including but not limited to advertising, publicizing or otherwise distributing information for the purpose of attracting and welcoming tourists; developing strategies to expand tourism; operating tourism promotion agencies; and funding the marketing of or the operation of special events and festivals designed to attract tourists.To view an overview about the Lodging Tax, click …


    Commissioners - March 17, 2016, 3:28 p.m.

  7. Facilities

    Facilities Director: Alex MurrayPhone: (360) 740-1192The Facilities Department is responsible for maintaining over 3,000,000 square feet of county-owned and leased buildings and grounds. This includes providing cleaning and sanitation services, as well as centralized mail services throughout Lewis County. The area of operation for the Facilities Division extends from Adna in the west to Packwood in the east, and from Toledo in the south to the county line in the north. Additionally, the Facilities Department is tasked with designing, planning, and managing capital projects. This involves overseeing architectural and engineering services, ensuring that building projects are carried out efficiently, meet …


    Sept. 24, 2025, 10:11 a.m.

  8. Application for 2026 lodging tax funding

    >>>>> APPLICATION DEADLINE IS 4 P.M. TUESDAY, SEPT. 30, 2025The Lewis County Board of County Commissioners is accepting – on behalf of the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC) – applications for the use of lodging tax funds for the 2026 budget year from nonprofits and governmental organizations whose programs or activities promote tourism in the unincorporated areas of Lewis County."Tourism promotion," as defined in RCW 67.28.080, means activities, operations and expenditures designed to increase tourism, including but not limited to advertising, publicizing or otherwise distributing information for the purpose of attracting and welcoming tourists; developing strategies to expand tourism; operating …


    Commissioners - Sept. 3, 2024, 11:51 a.m.

  9. About Human Resources

    Thank you for your interest in Lewis County Human Resources!At the County, we believe that our 500 employees are our greatest asset. We are an equal opportunity employer that offers our full time employees competitivebenefits, paid vacation, sick leave, and an attractive retirement plan.Our goal is to be the employer of choice in our community. Mission Statement: To assist, advise, and facilitate management and employees to best align individual talent with the needs and goals of Lewis County. To provide solutions to workplace issues which promote an environment that is characterized by fair treatment of staff, open communication, personal accountability, …


    Human Resources - April 21, 2015, 11:27 a.m.

  10. Public Health & Social Services

    About Quick Links Contact & Hours Health is the foundation of a thriving community. We work with others to build a solid foundation that supports good health for all by making sure everyone has clean air and water, healthy food, and access to healthcare and safe neighborhoods.Mission: Lewis County Public Health & Social Services strives to encourage local, regional, state and national relationships and opportunities to protect, promote and improve the health of our community.Vision: A Safe, Healthy and Thriving Lewis County.These statements were developed and accepted as part of our ongoing strategic planning process. Through strategic planning, we hope …


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