1. Know Your Soil and How to Improve it with Compost!

    Know Your Soil and How to Improve it with Compost!: Attend this WSU Lewis County Master Recycler Composter workshop at 11 a.m. Feb. 21 at the Centralia Timberland Library to learn how to test your soil. By knowing your soil type (or which nutrients it may be lacking) you can make it better with compost. Specific topics will include the role of soil and microbes, soil texture and structure, soil nutrients and pH, and more. Email jason.adams@lewiscountywa.gov or call 360-740-1212 to to register.


    Solid Waste - Feb. 6, 2026, 12:56 p.m.

  2. Issue a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to provide 2026 Annual Hydrologic, Hydraulic and Geomorphic Services for public works projects. statements of qualifications (SOQs) are due electronically through OpenGov (https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/lew

    Please see the attached notice.


    Commissioners - Dec. 23, 2025, 2:13 p.m.

  3. 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.

  4. Victim/ Witness Program

    No one chooses to be a victim or witness to a crime. It is our goal to make sure that if you end up in that position, you have an understanding of the legal process and what to expect. It is also important our office gets you in contact with resources available in our community. Our office can help you track court dates and outcomes, prepare for trial, file for restitution, and many other tasks that may seem daunting. If you ever have questions or concerns, please never hesitate to contact our office. Victim Resources Crime Victim Advocacy Network Crime …


    Prosecutor - Nov. 25, 2020, 10:04 a.m.

  5. 25-139 Approve an Interlocal Agreement between Lewis County Public Safety Parties for the Operation, Maintenance and Participation in Lewis County 911.

    Please see the attachment.


    Commissioners - May 20, 2025, 2:17 p.m.

  6. Filing a Petition

    Real Property and Personal PropertyPetition Filing Instructions and Board of Equalization RequirementsFor a successful appeal please thoroughly read all information provided, particularly in the section ‘Evidence’ : Reasons Not ConsideredAssessment comparisons of other propertyPercentage of value increasesPersonal hardshipAmount of taxOther matters not directly related to the market value Evidence The issue before the Board is the market value of your property. You need to furnish evidence that demonstrates that the Assessor’s valuation exceeds your property’s fair market value. State law requires the Assessor to value all taxable property at 100 percent of its true and fair market value, according to …


    Commissioners - July 16, 2014, 1:01 p.m.

  7. Public Works

    Driving growth and accountability in providing quality public services Contracting: Bid & Rosters GIS Map Library Job Openings News Public Notice - Jones Road Culvert Replacement Public Works | January 09, 2026 More Posts Public Works 57 W. Main St. Chehalis, WA, 98532 Phone Number: (360) 740-1123 Hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Mon - Fri


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

  8. Property Taxes

    Property taxes for all taxing districts are collected by the Lewis County Treasurer. The amount of the bill is based on the following Information:The property taxable value established by the Office of Lewis County Assessor.The taxable value may be the same as the assessed value unless a special use exemption is applied.The levy rate as adopted by the taxing district legislative authority under guidelines in the Revised Code of Washington.Request name and/or address changePay your taxes by ACH 2026 Property Tax Information 2026 Property Tax Statements are tentatively scheduled to be mailed out on February 13th, 2026. This date is …


    Treasurer - Feb. 13, 2015, 10:23 a.m.

  9. Recycle paint for free at the SWW Fairgrounds

    Lewis County Solid Waste Utility is partnering with Green Sheen Paint and the Southwest Washington Fair to offer a free paint recycling event on Saturday, Sept. 20, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Drop off unwanted paint cans and leftover paint. The event will take place in the Blue Pavilion Parking Lot at the Southwest Washington Fairground, 1909 S. Gold Street, Centralia, WA 98531. The event is open to residential and business customers. For more information and to register: https://circular.eco/event/Lewis92025


    Solid Waste - Aug. 6, 2025, 10:44 a.m.

  10. Installer Info

    For information regarding Installer Continuing Education Requirements (CEUs), please see LCC 8.4.320(2)(d).Interested in being added to the Lewis County's list of Certified Installers?The following criteria would need to be met (see LCC 8.4.320):ApplicationNon-refundable $335 feeCurrent state registration certificate and bond in accordance with RCW 18.27 (Registration of Contractors)Passing Lewis County's Installers Test or Certificate of a passing WOSSA Test.We offer a complimentary study guide for Lewis County's Installers Test, which can be found here here: STUDY GUIDEFor more information on becoming a New Certified Septic Installer, Pumper, or Designer, please contact our office 360-740-2718 or visit us at 125 NW …


    Environmental Health - Jan. 30, 2020, 2:53 p.m.