1. Connecting Neighbors for Earth Month Bonus Workshop: Composting Basics

    If you want to become more of a Do-It-Yourselfer, meet resourceful people in your community, and help the environment at the same time, the WSU Lewis County Master Recycler Composter (MRC) Volunteers have organized “Connecting Neighbors,” a series of workshops, events, and open houses in honor of Earth Month in conjunction with the MRC Tool Bucket Library (TBL) and local partners.The workshops take place every Friday starting on April 3 and running through May 1 with a special event on Saturday, May 2, to round out the Earth Month celebration. Some workshop locations are in the neighboring Centralia Christian School …


    Solid Waste - March 17, 2026, 10:47 a.m.

  2. Recycle fluorescent lights accepted in Morton today (3/12)

    Residents may drop of household hazardous waste, including up to 15 compact fluorescent lights, for free from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. today at the East Lewis County Transfer Station, 6745 U.S. Hwy 12, just east of Morton. Examples of household hazardous materials that can be dropped off are cleaners, lawn, garden, and pool chemicals. Businesses may not bring hazardous materials to the East Lewis County Transfer Station. For more information, please call 360-740-1221 or email swu@lewiscountywa.gov.


    Solid Waste - Jan. 9, 2026, 3:31 p.m.

  3. Hazo Hut in Centralia is open today (5/3)

    Lewis County residents can drop off unwanted household chemicals, up to five gallons of used motor oil, and up to 10 burned out fluorescent light bulbs at Hazo Hut at the Lewis County Central Transfer Station, 1411 S. Tower Ave., Centralia, today from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. These are the limits for each household each day that the Hazo Hut is open. This time is reserved for residential customers only. Business customers must make an appointment by calling 360-740-1221 or emailing swu@lewiscountywa.gov.


    Solid Waste - April 8, 2025, 12:27 p.m.

  4. Treasurer

    A property tax payment box is located on the North side of the historic courthouse at 351 NW North Street in Chehalis.Payments can be placed in the box 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Please do not deposit cash.Please note: Our office is closed daily from 12:00 PM-1:00 PM.ATTENTION: Online payment fees will be increasing as of January 1st, 2026.Please click here for more information: Pay Taxes OnlinePlease click here for 2026 Property Tax information. About Contact The Treasurer is the financial and banking office of government in Lewis County; providing revenue collection, accounting, fund distribution, banking and …


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

  5. Animal Control Officer/Code Compliance Officer

    Please call the non emergency number at 360-740-1105 to report an animal concern. Works with the Lewis County Sheriff’s Office to respond to animal related complaints dispatched through the Lewis County Dispatch Center during normal business hoursInvestigates complaints of animals at-large, animal bites, prohibited activities of animals, and animal cruelty


    Code Compliance - June 8, 2022, 8:43 a.m.

  6. Weed Identification

    Successful weed management starts with proper identification What is it? Is it noxious? Is it native? Is it poisonous? Is it even a weed?Weeds can fall under many different categories, and sometimes the same weed can be many of these at once! The first step in successful weed management is accurate identification and understanding of its life cycle. We are available to identify weeds both in the office and on site. There are also numerous resources online to help identify the weed in question, along with descriptions of feasible control options and methods, here are a few of our favorites:Washington …


    Weed Control - Sept. 27, 2019, 12:57 p.m.

  7. Animal Neglect & Cruelty

    If you feel an animal is being neglected, please contact the Lewis County dispatch non-emergency line at 360-740-1105. To initiate the process of investigating, reporting parties are encouraged to leave their name and phone number for easy follow up or for further questions regarding what they are reporting. It is not mandatory to leave your name and number, if you wish, you may remain anonymous.Lewis County Code 6.05.010


    Code Compliance - June 8, 2022, 8:43 a.m.

  8. Financial Services

    The Auditor’s Financial Services office is located on the main floor of the Historical Courthouse, room 116.The Auditor’s Financial Services office handles many functions, including:Accounts PayableAnnual Financial Reports Monthly ReportingPayroll & Benefits Financial Services Contact Information 351 NW North StreetPO Box 29Chehalis, WA 98532Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through FridayPhone: 360-740-1156Fax: 360-740-2772 Financial Information Annual Financial Reports202420232022202120202019201820172016201520142013201220112010Cost Allocation Plans2026 Lewis County Full Cost Allocation Plan2026 Lewis County Title 2 CFR 200 Compliant Cost Allocation Plan Other Resources GASB (Governmental Accounting Standards Board): http://www.gasb.org/GFOA (Government Financial Officers Association): http://www.gfoa.org/WFOA (Washington Financial Officers Association): http://www.wfoa.org/Washington State homepage http://access.wa.gov/Washington State …


    Auditor - March 11, 2016, 4:11 p.m.

  9. Don't wait to recycling your Christmas trees!

    Residents can drop off their Christmas trees and burned out holiday lights today and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the parking lot outside the Centralia transfer station at 1411 S. Tower Ave. The event concludes on Sunday! Please remove all decorations and tinsel from the trees. Donations will be accepted to support WSU Lewis County Master Recycler Composter volunteer community outreach programs. Flocked and artificial trees will not be accepted. You may dispose of flocked or artificial trees at the transfer station, where regular fees will apply ($20 minimum for 340 pounds or less.) This event is …


    Solid Waste - Sept. 8, 2025, 11:26 a.m.

  10. Holiday recycling event starts in Centralia

    Residents can drop off their Christmas trees and burned out holiday lights starting today, Saturday and Sunday of this week from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the parking lot outside the Centralia transfer station at 1411 S. Tower Ave. The event will continue for three consecutive weekends (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday). Please remove all decorations and tinsel from the trees. Donations will be accepted to support WSU Lewis County Master Recycler Composter volunteer community outreach programs. Flocked and artificial trees will not be accepted. You may dispose of flocked or artificial trees at the transfer station, where regular fees …


    Solid Waste - Sept. 8, 2025, 11:13 a.m.