1. Hearing: Transfer from Open Space Farm and Agriculture Conservation Land to Open Space Farm & Agriculture

    NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Department of Revenue proposes to grant to the County Assessor the authority to approve transfer applications from Open Space Farm and Agriculture Conservation Land to Open Space Farm & Agriculture for certain lands in Lewis County. 1 parcel will be considered for transfer to the special classification on this day. NOTICE is also given that a public hearing on these proposed classifications of lands will be held in the Commissioner’s Hearing Room located in the Courthouse on Main Street, Chehalis, Washington on Tuesday, March 13, 2012, at 10:00 a.m. at which time and place …


    Assessor - Feb. 22, 2012, 3:45 p.m.

  2. Tire Recycling in Packwood

    Lewis County residents may recycle up to 12 tires per household for free during this two-day event, today and Oct. 14, at the Packwood Community Hall. Tires can be passenger or light truck tires, on or off the rim, or semi-truck tires off the rim. The event will not be able to accept any other type of tire. Customers should be prepared to show proof of Lewis County residency. They will also be expected to unload their own tires. An additional tire recycling event is scheduled for Oct. 26, 27 & 28 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily at …


    Solid Waste - Sept. 21, 2023, 12:36 p.m.

  3. Christmas Tree & Holiday Light Recycling (New Year's Day)

    Residents can drop off their Christmas trees and burned out holiday lights from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the parking lot outside the Centralia transfer station at 1411 S. Tower Ave. Please remove all decorations and tinsel from the trees. Donations will be accepted to support WSU Lewis County Master Recycler Composter and Master Gardener volunteer community outreach programs. Flocked and artificial trees will not be accepted. You may dispose of flocked or artificial trees at the transfer station, where regular fees will apply ($15 minimum for 280 pounds or less.) This event is offered in cooperation with Pacific …


    Solid Waste - Nov. 21, 2023, 9:16 a.m.

  4. Christmas Tree & Holiday Light Recycling (Final Day!)

    Residents can drop off their Christmas trees and burned out holiday lights from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the parking lot outside the Centralia transfer station at 1411 S. Tower Ave. Please remove all decorations and tinsel from the trees. Donations will be accepted to support WSU Lewis County Master Recycler Composter and Master Gardener volunteer community outreach programs. Flocked and artificial trees will not be accepted. You may dispose of flocked or artificial trees at the transfer station, where regular fees will apply ($15 minimum for 280 pounds or less.) This event is offered in cooperation with Pacific …


    Solid Waste - Nov. 21, 2023, 9:27 a.m.

  5. Food Forest: A New Approach to Your Backyard and Orchard

    Location: Salkum Library Demonstration Garden, 2480 U.S. Hwy 12


    Solid Waste - Feb. 27, 2019, 1:10 p.m.

  6. Lewis County Solid Waste Disposal District No. 1 April Meeting

    Pursuant to RCW 36.58.100 et seq., the Lewis County Solid Waste Disposal District (LCSWDD) No. 1, a quasi-municipal corporation, was established by Ordinance 1124 (now LCC 8.15.150) in 1992, after Lewis County and all incorporated cities signed an interlocal agreement to form it. In addition to forming the district, the agreement established flow control, directing all solid waste generated in Lewis County to be disposed of at LCSWDD sites. Representatives from the cities and the County serve as the Executive Advisory Committee to the Disposal District Commissioners, who by statute are the Lewis County Commissioners. The Lewis County Public Works …


    Solid Waste - April 5, 2022, 8:53 a.m.

  7. April Meeting of the Lewis County Solid Waste Disposal District

    Pursuant to RCW 36.58.100 et seq., the Lewis County Solid Waste Disposal District (LCSWDD) No. 1, a quasi-municipal corporation, was established by Ordinance 1124 (now LCC 8.15.150) in 1992, after Lewis County and all incorporated cities signed an interlocal agreement to form it. In addition to forming the district, the agreement established flow control, directing all solid waste generated in Lewis County to be disposed of at LCSWDD sites. Representatives from the cities and the County serve as the Executive Advisory Committee to the Disposal District Commissioners, who by statute are the Lewis County Commissioners. The Lewis County Public Works …


    Solid Waste - Nov. 27, 2023, 12:25 p.m.

  8. Your Southwest Washington Fair is on through Aug. 20!

    The 2023 Southwest Washington Fair runs through Sunday, Aug. 20 at the fairgrounds, 1909 S. Gold St. in Centralia.The six-day summertime community celebration that you’ve been waiting for is the areas largest and longest running community event.The Monster Truck Nitro Tour makes a stop at the fair for the first time in 20 years, 1 and 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 19.Save the date! Get your front row box seat tickets now!12 person box seats are $550, 20 person box seats are $900, and include monster truck AND fair admission.Grandstand box seat tickets are available by calling the fair office at …


    News Room - Aug. 15, 2023, 8:39 a.m.

  9. Canceled: Recycling and Hazardous Waste Workshop; Transfer Station Tour

    Slowing the Waste Stream with the "3-Rs" at 9 a.m.: Learn practical ways to reduce, reuse, and recycle to help minimize the amount of solid waste that gets buried in our landfills. Find out how much waste Lewis County residents and businesses threw away in 2022, some history of solid waste issues in the county and state, and special events coming up.Dealing with Hazardous Waste at 10 a.m.: Learn how to safely store and dispose of hazardous household chemicals in the home, shop, and garden. Discover simple and safe alternatives to using dangerous chemicals for cleaning, pest control and other …


    Solid Waste - Oct. 6, 2023, 12:20 p.m.

  10. Kudzu

    Pueraria montana var. lobata Kudzu - A perennial trailing or climbing vine. It grows at a very fast rate and can easily take over an area if left unchecked.Leaves: Alternate and compound leaves with three oval shaped leaf sections.Flowers: Flowers bloom from May-June. Purple to reddish purple flowers clustered along a center stem that grows about a foot long. The flowers are similar to pea flowers and are fragrant.Habitat: Well drained eroded or degraded land or sandy loam soils in full sun.Weed Classification: AWhy is it a Noxious Weed?A highly aggressive plant that smothers anything in its path. It can …


    Weed Control - Sept. 29, 2022, 10:57 a.m.