1. Public Defense

    Para español, haga clic en el botón "translate" en la parte superior de la página Our Mission Contact The Lewis County Public Defense provides the courts with attorneys to represent persons charged with certain state and county criminal, probation violation, and juvenile offender cases when the person is unable to afford an attorney (indigent). Lewis County Public Defense Services 351 NW North St Rm 210 Chehalis, WA, 98532 Public Defense Questions or Interest: 360-740-1339 Public Defense Screening: 360-736-9301 Email: public.defense@lewiscountywa.gov Hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday - Friday, excluding Holidays Obtaining an AttorneyA representative of Lewis County Public Defense …


    Public Defense - Feb. 5, 2024, 2:26 p.m.

  2. Press Release: Final Suspect In-Custody from Interrupted Burglary

    Click Here for Original Release PRESS RELEASE Date/Time: 12-06-18 @ 0900 Hours Contact: Chief Dusty Breen Phone: (360) 740-1327 Release #: 2 Final Suspect In-Custody from Interrupted Burglary Erik G. Spicer, 32 of Napavine, is in custody at the Lewis County Jail for Residential Burglary after his involvement in the interrupted burglary in Centralia on 12/05/18. On 12/05/18 at 7:05 PM he turned himself into law enforcement, and was booked. ### Released 12/05/18 @ 1400 Two Interrupted Burglaries within 24 Hours Lead to Multiple Arrests Two separate interrupted burglaries within 24 hours have led to the arrests of four individuals, …


    Sheriff - Dec. 6, 2018, 9:43 a.m.

  3. NOTIFICATION SYSTEM TESTING

    NOTIFICATION SYSTEM TESTING This is an important message to inform you that Lewis County Alert has implemented Quarterly Testing. We will use this tool to contact you during emergency events and testing. In some cases, you will receive a combination of email, voice, SMS and push notifications. Each message will have an introduction, main content and a confirmation component. When received, please follow the instructions to confirm receipt of the message. Do not call Emergency Management How Do I Respond? EMAIL - The email will be sent from: "Everbridge." - Read the entire message and confirm your receipt of the …


    Emergency Management - March 8, 2018, 11:16 a.m.

  4. Lewis County Solid Waste Disposal District #1 Meeting - 1:30 pm

    LEWIS COUNTY SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL DISTRICT #1 - AGENDA Regular Meeting Meeting Date: Monday, October 22, 2018 Meeting Time: 1:30 P.M. Location: Lewis County Commissioners’ Office, Meeting Room, Lewis County Courthouse, Chehalis, Wash. I. Call to Order II. Verification of a Quorum III. Approval of Minutes of September 24, 2018 Regular Meeting IV. Public Comment – None V. Public Hearing – None VI. Board Measures and Proposals – Resolution 008-18 Clerk of the Board VII. Transfer Station Operations A. Recycling Report B. Household Hazardous Waste & CE-SQG Report C. Community Litter Program D. Transfer Station Tonnages VIII. Financial Reports A. …


    Solid Waste - Oct. 17, 2018, 10:40 a.m.

  5. Backpack with contents, Power tool

    Found Onalaska area, 12-30-22. Found at crime scene, please call Lewis County Sheriff's Office to describe and claim (possibility of Deputy follow up to person claiming) 360-740-1470, Case #22C16487.


    Sheriff - Jan. 3, 2023, 3:44 p.m.

  6. Planning Applications Under Review

    The following table provides the notices, application documents and associated environmental reviews for active applications being processed by the Lewis County Planning Department. Land Use Applications File Number(s) Project Name Type Files AP25-00002 / SEP25-0004 Moon Hill Rd Reservoir SEPA & Administrative Approval To access files click HERE AP25-00003 / SEP25-0005 LCWD#1 Water Reservoir Construction SEPA & Administrative Approval To access files click HERE APL25-0001 Appeal of MSR24-0462 Denial Appeal To access files click HERE SUP25-0001 / SEP25-0011 Good Crushing Inc – Mining Amendment Project Special Use To access files click HERE SUP25-0002 Roamers RV Park Project Special Use To …


    Community Development - Jan. 21, 2020, 4:42 p.m.

  7. Survey

    Functions include but are not necessarily limited to:Survey - Responsible for all aspects of surveying for County roads and bridges.Maintain and update the County Control Network utilizing GlobalPositioning System (GPS) and conventional survey methods. Providesurvey support for all other County departments.Construction - Provide preliminary and construction surveying for all County road andbridge construction projects. Utilize survey personnel as project inspectors. Monument existing Right-of-Way center lines on theconstruction projects.


    Public Works - Sept. 16, 2021, 11:02 a.m.

  8. 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.

  9. Public Review Period Open for the Lewis County Solid & Hazardous Waste Management Plan draft update

    We want your comments on the draft 2023 Lewis County Solid & Hazardous Waste Management Plan! This plan includes strategies to manage waste in the county over the next 20 years with more in-depth focus on the next six years. Lewis County Department of Public Works Solid Waste Utility has been working with the Lewis County Solid Waste Advisory Committee (SWAC) and the consulting firm Herrera Environmental to update the document. The SWAC will host a special virtual meeting at 1 p.m. Jan. 10 to learn more about the draft plan. (Details to attend the Zoom meeting will be made …


    Solid Waste - Dec. 19, 2023, 11:07 a.m.

  10. Women, Infants and Children (WIC)

    The Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program is administered by Lewis County Public Health & Social Services (PHSS). WIC services assure healthy pregnancies, healthy birth outcomes, and healthy growth and development for women, infants, and children up to age five. WIC is available at the Public Health Building, 360 NW North Street in downtown Chehalis. WIC staff also make monthly visits to Randle, Mossyrock, and Winlock. Families of all sizes and types may qualify for WIC. Call 360-740-1255 or 1-800-562-6130 ext. 1255. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. The Washington State WIC Nutrition program does not discriminate.Chehalis Office HoursMonday–Friday: …


    Public Health - April 6, 2016, 3:05 p.m.