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Food Worker Classes
Health Department Classes: When and Where The in-person food worker card classes have been canceled until further notice.Food worker cards can still be obtained online at www.foodworkercard.wa.gov. Please call 360-740-1231 if you have any questions or concerns.Study guides are available on the DOH Website. Expiration and Renewal Initial Food Worker cards are good for two years, while renewals are good for three years. To qualify for a renewal card, you must take the class before your current card expires.Five year cards are available for those who have taken an approved advanced food safety class such as ServSafe within the previous …
Environmental Health - Feb. 16, 2016, 8:48 a.m.
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Guardian Ad Litem (GAL)
LEWIS COUNTY VOLUNTEER GAL PROGRAMThe Lewis County Volunteer Guardian ad Litem Program (GAL) trains volunteers to be Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) for children going through dependency court. These volunteers speak in court on the child’s behalf, representing the best interests of the child, and relaying the child’s wishes to the judge. The GALs' also make recommendations for services that will help the child and the family work towards possible reunification, or to find an alternate safe and permanent home for the child.With the hope of provided services for all youth in need, the Juvenile Court is always looking for …
Juvenile Court - Nov. 20, 2015, 9:21 a.m.
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Bail Information
Bail Information The Lewis County Jail accepts bail on behalf of the court having jurisdiction over the charge an individual is booked on. The amount and type of bail is determined by the court. Posting Bail - Cash Bail Cash bail is accepted 24 hours a day. Cash may be placed in the kiosk in the main lobby during normal business hours and the release lobby after business hours. Instructions for placing money in the kiosk are posted in each location. The kiosk machine accepts 5, 10, 20, 50 and 100 dollar bills. Posting Bail -Bail Bonds There are several …
Sheriff - July 12, 2011, 10:05 a.m.
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Bull Thistle
Cirsium vulgare Bull Thistle - Biennial, herbaceous plant growing about 3-7 feet tall, with one stem.Leaves: Alternate, coarsely lobed leaves. Each lobe has a spiked tip. Top of leaves is rough with small spines, while the bottom has wooly hairs.Flowers: Flowers bloom from July-September. 1.5-2 inches across and are generally purple/pink (rarely white).Habitat: Primarily found in disturbed areas like pastures, roadsides, ditch banks, hayfields, prairies, and logged mountain areas.Weed Classification: CWhy is it a Noxious Weed?Bull Thistle tends to outcompete native vegetation and desired grazing forage.Bull thistle is commonly found in Lewis County. If you need control recommendations, please see …
Weed Control - Oct. 6, 2022, 9:32 a.m.
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Juvenile Court
The Lewis County Juvenile Court is located at 1255 SW Pacific Aveune, Chehalis, WA 98532. The Public Entrance can be accessed on SW Parkland Dr. About Quick Links Contact The Juvenile Court Division includes a twenty-one bed detention facility, a courtroom where juvenile offender and in-custody matters are heard, probation services to juveniles on court ordered supervision, diversion services and... more » Juvenile Court Payments Guardian Ad Litem (GAL) Juvenile Court 1255 SW Pacific Ave. 360 NW North St., MSJUV01 Chehalis, WA, 98532 (360) 740-1178 Hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday - Friday Contact Juvenile Court Events There are …
Juvenile Court - Jan. 23, 2019, 4:12 p.m.
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Parks & Recreation
The Lewis County Parks & Recreation Department handles the Southwest Washington Fair and County Parks (including the Fairgrounds)County Parks include: Schaefer, South County, Rose Park, Packwood River Access, and the Southwest Washington Fairgrounds as well as community venues Claquato Church and St. Urban Church. The Parks & Rec Department is developing opportunities for year-round recreation in your parks.The Southwest Washington Fair showcases Southwest Washington and its agricultural, industrial heritage and future, displays the accomplishments of our regional community and encourages learning through participation, competition and observation.Mission Statement: The mission is to inspire community pride.Strategic Priorities:Increase Revenue to Support the Parks.Develop, …
Parks & Recreation - Sept. 2, 2021, 3:31 p.m.
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Asbestos Disposal
Before removing ANY asbestos material, please contact the Southwest Washington Air Pollution Control Authority. Here is additional information on safe handling of asbestos from asbestos.com.For more information please call the office at 360-740-1451. The staff will assist you. Lewis County Solid Waste Services accepts asbestos at the Central Transfer Station located at 1411 South Tower Avenue in Centralia.Anyone wishing to dispose of asbestos at the Central Transfer Station must have an appointment made at least 24 hours in advance. Please call the Solid Waste Services operations supervisor at 360-740-1130 to make your appointment.Fees for asbestos disposal: $150.00 per tonMinimum fee: …
Solid Waste - Jan. 28, 2014, 12:07 p.m.
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Electronics (E-Waste: TVs & Computers) Recycling
Lewis County Electronics Recycling OpportunitiesE-Cycle WashingtonE-Cycle Washington provides residents with a free program to recycle their unwanted and outdated televisions, computers (towers), computer monitors, and laptops. All peripherals (keyboard, cables, mouse, speakers, etc.) are not part of this program and should be disposed of properly as garbage.There are two Washington State E-Cycle collectors in Lewis County where televisions, computers (towers), computer monitors, and laptops may be dropped off for FREE:The Goodwill Store, 519 Harrison Avenue, Centralia. Call 360-736-3828 for information on hours.Tiger Mountain Technologies, 208 Second Street, Morton. Call 360-496-6161 for more information and hours of operation.For more information visit …
Solid Waste - Nov. 8, 2013, 8:43 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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Bridge Program
Bridges of many kinds are an integral part of every county road system. The safety and adequacy of these bridges is of vital importance to the traveling public. A program of regular periodic inspection and reporting is necessary to fully inform each county legislative authority regarding the condition and adequacy of all bridges.The County Engineer has a complete inventory of all National Bridge Inventory (NBI) bridges on the county road system, and shall be responsible for all routine and special inspections of all NBI bridges on the county road system in accordance with the National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS) as …
Public Works - Sept. 16, 2021, 9:56 a.m.