1. Probation

    Probation The Probation Department works closely with youth(s), parent(s), school(s), law enforcement, and other community services to ensure youth are meeting the terms of their probation while working to become responsible citizens. Our officers strive to provide a balance between accountability and rehabilitation in an effort to change behavior in a positive way. Probation Manager Rickie Anders (360) 740-2626Ricolena.Anders@lewiscountywa.gov Probation Officers Lee Montgomery (360) 740-2682Lee.Montgomery@lewiscountywa.govDean A. Durant (360) 740-2634Dean.Durant@lewiscountywa.govJennifer A. Walker (360)740-2631Jennifer.Walker@lewiscountywa.govDulce Cabrera (360) 740-2628Dulce.Cabrera@lewiscountywa.govPaul Wirkkala (360) 740-2633Paul.Wirkkala@lewiscountywa.govJay Nedry (360) 740-2629Jay.Nedry@lewiscountywa.govSeth Foster (360) 740-2627Seth.Foster@lewiscountywa.govElyssa Brown (360) 740-2726Elyssa.Brown@lewiscountywa.gov


    Juvenile Court - Jan. 21, 2016, 7:49 a.m.

  2. 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.

  3. Notice of public hearing to consider Ordinance 1358 to amend Chapters 17.05, General Provisions, 17.10, Definitions, and 17.130, Adequate Public Facilities of the Lewis County Code. The hearing will take place in the Commissioners' Hearing Room at or afte

    Please see the attached notice.


    Commissioners - Dec. 4, 2024, 10:44 a.m.

  4. Notice of a Public Hearing for Ordinance 1364, which would amend Chapter 2.40, Standards for Public Defense Services, of Lewis County Code. The hearing will take place in the Commissioners' Hearing Room at or after 10 a.m. May 20, 2025.

    Please see the attached notice.


    Commissioners - May 9, 2025, 9:34 a.m.

  5. Notice of public hearing for Ordinance 1311, which would add Chapter 1.23 to the County Code, creating enforcement for public disturbance caused by excessive noise. The hearing will take place at or after 10 a.m. Dec. 9, 2019, in the Commissioners' Hearin

    Please see attached.


    Commissioners - Nov. 8, 2019, 5:02 p.m.

  6. Emergency Preparedness

    Lewis County Public Health & Social Services is continually working to improve local capacity to respond to public health emergencies. Emergencies and disasters can impact the public's health in many ways. We are working to enhance our Department's internal readiness, in addition to our ability to work more collaboratively with community partners, emergency responders, and elected officials.The Emergency Preparedness Team leads the Department's efforts to prepare for and respond to public health emergencies in Lewis County. This team includes the Department Director, the Health Officer, Emergency Preparedness Coordinator, Environmental Health Specialists, Communicable Disease staff, and other programs and organizations. Important …


    Public Health - March 24, 2016, 8:12 a.m.

  7. Notice of a Public Hearing for Ordinance 1352, which would amend Chapter 2.40, Standards for Public Defense Services, of the Lewis County Code. The hearing will take place in the Commissioners' Hearing Room at or after 10 a.m. Jan. 2, 2024.

    Please see the attached notice.


    Commissioners - Dec. 20, 2023, 2:40 p.m.

  8. Open Public Meeting Act Training

    In partnership with the Washington State Attorney General's Office, this course is provided for commissioners and board members to help meet an important training requirement of the Open Government Trainings Act. Commissioners and board members are required to complete this training every 4 years and submit a certificate of completion to the respective clerk.Training steps:Watch this video in its entirety: Open Public Meetings Act Training (18 minutes)Watch this video in its entirety: Public Records Act Training (30 minutes)Download a copy of this certificate.Sign it to self-certify your achievement.Provide a copy to the clerk in case of an audit.


    Community Development - Jan. 29, 2024, 10:06 a.m.

  9. Information for Attorneys

    ContractsBelow are the 2025 contracts for Superior, District, and Juvenile Court.If you are interested in being a Public Defender please email public.defense@lewiscountywa.gov with your resume and references.LC Superior Court 2025 ContractLC District Court 2025 ContractLC Juvenile Court 2025 ContractConflict AttorneysConflict attorneys are paid at an hourly rate DOQ. Below is the 2025 Conflict Contract. If you are interested in taking conflict matters in Lewis County, please email public.defense@lewsicountywa.gov with your resume and references.LC Superior Court Conflict Contract Billing SheetsLCSC Billing FormLCDC Billing FormLCJC Billing FormCertification FormQuarterly Cert. Form


    Public Defense - April 15, 2025, 1:52 p.m.

  10. Notice of Public Hearing, Land Classification

    NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to RCW 17.10. 240 that the Lewis County Noxious Weed Control Board has scheduled a public hearing at the following time and location: Chehalis: Tuesday, October 31, 2017 at 4:00 PM in the Lewis County Courthouse, basement level meeting room 003, 351 NW North Street, Chehalis, WA. The purpose of the hearing is to review and gather information to serve as a basis for land classification for consideration prior to levying an assessment against land in Lewis County for the control of noxious weeds. The following land classifications proposed are: 1) …


    Weed Control - Oct. 16, 2017, 11:01 a.m.