1. Free Legal Clinic

    ENG Legal Clinic Rural FlyerSP Legal Clinic Rural FlyerPlease see the attached Flyer announcing a FREE Legal Clinic held in Rural Counties: Lewis County, Pacific County and Wahkiakum County.The upcoming dates for the Clinics are:Clinics will be held from 9am to 11am at these dates and locations:MAY 9: LEWISMAY 22: PACIFICJUNE 6: LEWISJUNE 17: WAHKIAKUMThe specific addresses are on the flyer.These clinics are Drop-In, First Come and First Served and will address only Civil Legal Issues.If you are receiving this note and wish to connect with our team about ensuring an urgent prospective client can secure a spot in one …


    Public Defense - May 29, 2025, 2:35 p.m.

  2. Consider the Weed Wrench

    If a small population of invasive Scotch broom inhabits a portion of your land, consider controlling it with the use of a Weed Wrench. Scotch broom is that evergreen shrub that will begin blooming with bright yellow flowers in the next few weeks. The plant is easily extracted with human power and a tool called a Weed Wrench that grips the base of the plant tightly and pulled from the soil, when the handle is levered over. Larger populations of broom should consider other control methods including selective herbicides to manage this noxious weed. Contact the Lewis County Noxious Weed …


    Weed Control - May 3, 2011, 2:22 p.m.

  3. Destroyed Property

    DESTROYED PROPERTY CLAIM TAXPAYER'S CLAIM FOR REDUCTION OF ASSESSMENTS AND THE ABATEMENT OF TAXES RESULTING FROM DESTROYED REAL OR PERSONAL PROPERTY, OR LOSS OF VALUE IN A DECLARED DISASTER AREA RCW 84.70.010 AND RCW 84.70.040Eligibility:Claims must be filed with the County Assessor within three (3) years of the date of destruction or loss of value.No relief shall be given to any person who is convicted of arson with regard to the property for which relief is sought.Assessment Reduction:Any real or personal property that has been placed upon the Assessment Roll as of January 1 of the assessment year in which …


    Assessor - March 30, 2018, 9:36 a.m.

  4. Public Defense Standards

    Washington Courts: News and InformationWashington Supreme Court Issues Interim Order on Public Defense StandardsJune 09, 2025The Washington Supreme Court issued an Order on caseload standards the Court has adopted for indigent criminal defense services. The Order is a summary explanation of the new caseload standards, which permit full implementation to be achieved over a period of time.The Court adopted the caseload standards at its June 4, 2025 en banc conference, ahead of final rule changes, to help jurisdictions that are currently conducting budget planning. The revised caseload standards will be integrated into court rules once the Court’s review of all …


    Public Defense - June 9, 2025, 4:13 p.m.

  5. Treasurer's FAQ

    When are property tax statements mailed? Property tax statements are mailed approximately February 14 each calendar year. What is the mailing address for the Treasurer's office? Our mailing address is PO Box 509, Chehalis WA 98532. If you are sending us something via FedEx or UPS, you may use our physical address which is 351 NW North St, Chehalis WA 98532. What are the office hours of the Treasurer's office? Our office is open to the public Monday thru Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. We are closed daily from 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM. When are my property taxes …


    Treasurer - April 12, 2016, 11:28 a.m.

  6. Contact the Commissioners


    Commissioners - Jan. 28, 2019, 10:34 a.m.

  7. 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 (See Financial Services on Left)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 Reports20232022202120202019201820172016201520142013201220112010 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's Office http://www.sao.wa.gov/IRS http://www.irs.ustreas.gov/Social Security Administration http://www.ssa.gov/


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

  8. Community Chipping Event at McMurphy Park in Vader

    The Annual Chips for Trails event will take place at McMurphy Park off Annonen Road in Vader in celebration of Earth Day from 10 am. to 3 p.m. April 27. The Vader Parks Board, volunteers and city staff will be collecting branches and brush for chipping during this time. The material will be chipped up and spread onto trails of the Vader park. During the event, Lewis County residents are permitted to drop off brush and branches to be chipped that are no larger than 5 inches in diameter. No trash, leaves, building materials or plastic bags will be accepted. …


    Solid Waste - March 18, 2024, 4:47 p.m.

  9. 2014 Noxious Weed List

    The Lewis County Noxious Weed Control Board adopted the 2014 County Weed List. The new list for 2014 includes a couple of new additions that landowners and citizens should be aware of: Lesser celandine, (Ficaria verna) or fig buttercup is a low growing perennial that is visible in the spring and dies back by mid-summer. Originally introduced as an ornamental, the species has bright yellow, solitary flowers. It prefers moist ground in open low woodlands, floodplains, and waste areas. Herbarium records identify locations Lesser celandine found in King County, Whatcom County, and Snohomish Counties. There are a number of cultivars …


    Weed Control - Feb. 12, 2014, 1:50 p.m.

  10. Chips for Trails in Vader

    The Third Annual Chips for Trails event will take place at McMurphy Park off Annonen Road in Vader in celebration of Earth Day. The Vader Parks Board, volunteers and city staff will be collecting branches and brush for chipping during this time. The material will be chipped up and spread onto trails of the Vader park. During the event, Lewis County residents are permitted to drop off brush and branches to be chipped that are no larger than 5 inches in diameter. No trash, leaves, building materials or plastic bags will be accepted. The Lewis County Solid Waste Utility and …


    Solid Waste - March 28, 2023, 3:53 p.m.