1. Paying Taxes Under Protest

    If you think your tax amount is too high, you can preserve your right to a tax refund by paying your taxes under protest. In order for this protest to be valid your property assessed value must change.There are two ways to appeal your property tax valuation:You may file a petition contesting your valuation with the County Board of Equalization. For information about how to file a petition, please click here.Filing a written protest at the time you pay your property tax will allow you to petition a case to superior or federal court. You must take further action to …


    Treasurer - April 22, 2009, 4:08 p.m.

  2. Last Chance to Sign Up for MRC Tool Bucket Library Trial Membership

    WSU Lewis Co. MRC Volunteers invite you to stop by the Floral Park Sustainability Project, 104 E. Floral St., Centralia, to learn more about, the MRC Tool Bucket Library and how to become a volunteer for the environment. Light refreshments will be served. Anyone, at least age 18, is eligible to sign up for a 3-month trial membership to the Tool Bucket Library.


    Solid Waste - March 17, 2026, 11 a.m.

  3. Lodging Tax Advisory Committee members

    The 2021 Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC) members are:Chris RodenTrent RichardsonMischa CowlesWilliam "Dean" CroshawHarry BhagwandinDiana MorganCommissioner Sean D. Swope (non-voting member)Questions about the LTAC or lodging taxes in general can be directed to BOCC staff at 360-740-1120.


    Commissioners - Oct. 29, 2021, 4:20 p.m.

  4. Report An Infestation

    Report Weeds Here (<-- Click link)Citizens can report noxious weeds infestations utilizing the link above.If you are uncertain about ID, please take several photos of leaves, flowers, branches and entire plant, and send to weeds@lewiscountywa.gov or consult the state board online resource found here: Washington State Noxious Weed Control Board.


    Weed Control - April 6, 2023, 11:32 a.m.

  5. Visit Centralia College's Earth Day Resource Fair

    Lewis County Solid Waste Utility staff and volunteers will participate in an Earth Day Resource Fair from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. today in the lobby of the TransAlta Commons at Centralia College. Learn about our special recycling events and community programs that help reduce waste and take care of Lewis County's environment.


    Solid Waste - March 17, 2026, 11:17 a.m.

  6. Lewis County Clerk

    About Contact The County Clerk is one of several independent, elected officials provided by the Washington State Constitution (Article IV, Sec 26), with specific and special duties assigned by statute, as well as local and state court rules... more » Clerk Law & Justice Center, 2nd Floor 345 W. Main Street Chehalis, WA, 98532 (360) 740-2704 Contact the Clerk News FREE LEGAL CLINICS AVAILABLE Clerk | July 16, 2025 More Posts Contact the Clerk's Office Scott Tinney, Clerk Law & Justice Center, 2nd Floor 345 W. Main Street Chehalis, WA, 98532 (360) 740-2704 Hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday …


    Clerk - Jan. 23, 2019, 4:12 p.m.

  7. Learn how to test your soil at workshop in Morton

    Plan to attend a WSU Lewis County Master Recycler Composter workshop to learn how to test your soil. By knowing your soil type and characteristics, you can make it better with compost. The workshop will take place immediately following the Repair & Sustainability Fair at Centralia College East, 701 Airport Way, in Morton at 2:30 p.m. If you have questions about the workshop, please call 360-740-1216 or email jason.adams@lewiscountywa.gov.


    Solid Waste - Nov. 22, 2024, 12:12 p.m.

  8. Home Composting: Making "Black Gold"

    Composting is a little like baking a cake, and the WSU Lewis County Master Recycler Composter (MRC) Volunteers will teach you how to make compost or "black gold" in your own back yard! There are some basic science principles required to successfully create compost in the shortest possible time but the rest is art, allowing you to create a composting setup that works for you. The MRC volunteers invite you to attend a basic composting class at 11 a.m. April 18 at the Salkum Timberland Library. There will be an opportunity to ask questions about your own composting challenges as …


    Solid Waste - Feb. 6, 2026, 1:07 p.m.

  9. About Us

    The Lewis County Noxious Weed Control Board recognizes that managing noxious weeds requires a community wide effort, and everyone living in the county benefits from all of us putting in our fair share of the work. The Washington State noxious weed law, RCW 17.10, mandates that it is each landowners' responsibility to control or eradicate noxious weeds on their property and to prevent infestations from spreading to adjacent properties. To assist landowners in this effort, the Noxious Weed Control Board develops programs that reflect local priorities, meet the needs of county landowners and carries out the mandates of the law. …


    Weed Control - Jan. 11, 2012, 8:32 a.m.

  10. Animal Shelter

    Request for Proposals (RFP) for Animal Shelter OperationsLewis County Public Health & Social Services seeks to engage a qualified organization to provide animal shelter operations services that include the humane intake, care, housing, medical attention, and placement of domestic animals, with a focus on maintaining high welfare standards and facilitating positive outcomes for animals in custody.View the Legal Notice Here About Contact The Shelter's goal is to attract responsible pet owners who will provide adopted animals a permanent, loving home. 560 Centralia-Alpha Rd P.O. Box 367 Chehalis, WA, 98532 360-740-1290 The Lewis County Animal Shelter is open to the public …


    Public Health - Dec. 7, 2015, 8:55 a.m.