1. County seeks Public Defense attorneys for Superior, District and Juvenile Courts

    CHEHALIS, WA – The Lewis County Public Defense Office is currently accepting applications from qualified attorneys to provide public defense services for individuals who are financially unable to retain private counsel. Openings are available for Public Defenders and Conflict Attorneys in Lewis County Superior Court, District Court, and Juvenile Court.Lewis County Public Defense provides legal representation in felony and misdemeanor criminal, probation violation, and juvenile offender cases for individuals who meet the financial eligibility requirements under RCW 10.101. Attorneys appointed through this program play a vital role in ensuring the constitutional rights of indigent defendants are protected.Positions availablePublic Defenders: Represent …


    Public Defense - Aug. 25, 2025, 4:29 p.m.

  2. About Human Resources

    Thank you for your interest in Lewis County Human Resources!At the County, we believe that our 500 employees are our greatest asset. We are an equal opportunity employer that offers our full time employees competitivebenefits, paid vacation, sick leave, and an attractive retirement plan.Our goal is to be the employer of choice in our community. Mission Statement: To assist, advise, and facilitate management and employees to best align individual talent with the needs and goals of Lewis County. To provide solutions to workplace issues which promote an environment that is characterized by fair treatment of staff, open communication, personal accountability, …


    Human Resources - April 21, 2015, 11:27 a.m.

  3. Notice of Hearing for the Proposed Six Year Transportation Improvement Program 2012-2017

    Notice is Hereby given that the Board of County Commissioners proposes to adopt the Comprehensive Road and Bridge Construction Program for the 2012-2017 also known as the Six Year Transportation Program. For more information, please click here.


    Public Works - Nov. 1, 2011, 4:46 p.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. Questions & Answers - Vader Raw Water Reservoir Recoating Project

    A Question & Answer document has been added to the request for sealed bids for the Vader Raw Water Reservoir Recoating Project. You must be registered on the Small Works Roster prior to the award. The bids are due Aug 20, 2020 by 2 pm. The bids will be opened at 2 pm or later.There is a recommended pre-bid conference on Aug 6, 2020 @ 10am.Please drop off or mail the bids to:Lewis County Public WorksAttn. Betsy Dillin, PE2025 NE Kresky AveChehalis, WA, 98532Project No. 60-VADERTANKOpening at 2:00 p.m. local timeAugust 18, 2020The doors to the Public Works building are …


    Public Works - Aug. 14, 2020, 12:07 p.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. 25-271 Lewis County preliminary budget for 2026, and notice of public meeting thereon. An informational budget presentation will take place in the Commissioners' Hearing Room at 5:30 p.m. Nov. 12, and hearings for the 2026 budget and levies will take plac

    Please see the attached notice.


    Commissioners - Oct. 3, 2025, 8:40 a.m.

  9. Visitation Hours

    NOTICE TO VISITORSVisitation is on a first come, first sere basis, for 30 minutes, if visitation is full you may be asked to wait or to leave and come back at a later time.Visitation hours are as follows:Legal Last Name A-LMonday- 6:30 PM-9:00 PMThursday-6:30 PM- 9:00 PMSaturday-9:00 AM-11:30 AM or 6:30 PM-9:00 PMHolidays- 9:00 AM-11:30 AMLegal Last Name M-ZTuesday- 6:30P PM-9:00 PMFriday-6:30 PM-9:00 PMSunday-9:00 AM-11:30 AM or 6:30 PM-9:00 PMHolidays- 9:00 AM-11:30 AMYouth are allowed one 30-minute visitation session per designated day. Parents or Guardians only. Photo ID is required for visitation.Youth being brought in by Law Enforcement are allowed …


    Juvenile Court - Dec. 13, 2010, 8:21 a.m.

  10. County seeks volunteers for Dangerous Animals Designation (DAD) Board

    County seeks volunteers for Dangerous Animal Designation (DAD) BoardThe Lewis County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) is seeking Lewis County residents interested in serving on the county’s Dangerous Animal Designation (DAD) Board, which helps evaluate cases under Lewis County’s dangerous-animal regulations.The DAD Board is a five-person citizen panel established in 2018 to enhance public participation and provide an impartial review of cases involving potentially dangerous or dangerous animals. The board holds hearings to determine whether an animal meets the criteria for a dangerous designation. If an animal is declared dangerous, the owner must comply with strict requirements or pursue euthanasia …


    Commissioners - Nov. 6, 2025, 12:24 p.m.