1. Title VI Program

    Title VI Program


    Public Works - Feb. 18, 2021, 10:32 a.m.

  2. Happy Earth Day! Visit us at Centralia College!

    Happy Earth Day! It's the 55th year of celebrating this amazing home we call Earth. The Lewis County Solid Waste Utility and the WSU Lewis County Master Recycler Composter Volunteers will host information booths in the TransAlta Commons today and Wednesday, April 23, in honor of Earth Day. Stop by to learn about both organization's programs to help you reduce waste, recycle more, compost, clean up litter, and make Lewis County a great place to live. Let's work together to do our part to help create a better future. If you are looking for ways to get involved in improving …


    Solid Waste - March 14, 2025, 4:42 p.m.

  3. Radio Communications

    Radio Service staff maintain and service a network of 22 communications sites throughout the county that provide first responder radio coverage.Additionally, they provide local trouble-shooting services (and limited technical assistance) to outside vendors to assist in identifying and making emergency repairs when equipment fails in the Communications Center.In 2019, they continued maintenance of mobile, portable and fixed base radio equipment for the county and agencies supported by contract.The Radio Services Administrator manages the Homeland Security equipment grants. This includes researching models, purchasing equipment, preparing/maintaining records, and includes installation of anything pertaining to the backbone communications system. (Contract records are maintained …


    911 Communications - March 27, 2012, 4:26 p.m.

  4. Homeless and Housing Program

    Lewis County Public Health & Social Services administers state and local housing funds to support programs that prevent homelessness, provide shelter and housing assistance, and help residents access stable housing. We work with local service providers to coordinate resources and support individuals and families experiencing housing instability.If you are experiencing homelessness or at risk of losing your housing, please contact Coordinated Entry through the Coastal Community Action Program.Phone: (360) 836-1937Coordinated Entry connects individuals and families to available housing resources, shelter, and supportive services in Lewis County. 5-Year Housing and Homelessness Strategic Plan Lewis County Public Health & Social Services (PHSS) …


    Public Health - April 28, 2014, 2:18 p.m.

  5. Truancy

    LEWIS COUNTY JUVENILE COURTThe Truancy Program is available for youth and parents who are not currently in compliance with the Washington State Compulsory School Attendance laws. Referred to as the Becca Bill, youth who are found to be a truant by the court will be placed under court order to attend school.For more information about the truancy law, truancy petition, and what to expect in the court process, please watch the video below. Lewis County Juvenile Court Truancy video : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sHYM0mtOU6k TRUANCY LEGISLATION R.C.W. 28A.225 Effective September 01,1995 For more information please see the below handouts: Truancy InformationAlternative Learning Options …


    Juvenile Court - Oct. 23, 2014, 1:42 p.m.

  6. Hazo Hut is open for residential customers today (10/22)

    Lewis County residents can drop off unwanted household chemicals, up to five gallons of used motor oil, and up to 10 burned out fluorescent light bulbs at Hazo Hut at the Lewis County Central Transfer Station, 1411 S. Tower Ave., Centralia, today from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. These are the limits for each household each day that the Hazo Hut is open. The following dates and times are reserved for residential customers only: every Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and the first and third Saturday of each month from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Business customers must …


    Solid Waste - July 1, 2025, 10:54 a.m.

  7. First Hazo Hut opening for 2026 is today

    Lewis County residents can drop off unwanted household chemicals, up to five gallons of used motor oil, and up to 10 burned out fluorescent light bulbs at Hazo Hut at the Lewis County Central Transfer Station, 1411 S. Tower Ave., Centralia, today from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. These are the limits for each household each day that the Hazo Hut is open. The following dates and times are reserved for residential customers only: every Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and the first and third Saturday of each month from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Business customers must …


    Solid Waste - Sept. 24, 2025, 1:48 p.m.

  8. Solid Waste Advisory Committee meets today (2/11)

    The Lewis County Solid Waste Advisory Committee (SWAC) meets at 1:00 p.m. the second Wednesday of every other month in the new Lewis County Public Works Building, 57 W. Main St., Chehalis, WA 98532. If a regularly scheduled meeting lands on a holiday, the chairperson may elect to cancel the meeting or members may vote to meet on an alternate date.Meetings are open to the public, and also offered online via Zoom. Here is a link to the Lewis County SWAC page, where you can find information on meeting agendas, packets, and minutes. Please contact the Lewis County Solid Waste …


    Solid Waste - Jan. 2, 2026, 4:42 p.m.

  9. 2012 Budget

    2012 Budget for Lewis County, Washington PDF file Budget Summary & MessageCounty Government Organizational Chart/Guide to LC Government Budget PurposeCalendar Financial Structure Fund Structure/Funds by Type Accomplishments & Strategic Plan Goals Budget & Property Tax Resolutions Financial Forecast Current Expense All Funds Revenues & Expenditures by Elected Office & DepartmentAssessorAuditorBudget/FiscalCapital Facilities Central Services Chehalis/Centralia Airport Clerk CommissionersCommunity Development CoronerDistrict Court Human ResourcesProsecutorPublic Health Public Works Risk ManagementSheriff Superior Court TreasurerWeed Control WSU Extension Capital Budget Roads Land AcquisitionVader Water System Improvements Capital Facilities Packwood & South County Airport AppendicesAppendix A - Welcome to Lewis County/What's Happening in LC/Elected Officials/Statistics Appendix …


    Budget - April 3, 2012, 9:44 a.m.

  10. Installer Info

    For information regarding Installer Continuing Education Requirements (CEUs), please see LCC 8.4.320(2)(d).Interested in being added to the Lewis County's list of Certified Installers?The following criteria would need to be met (see LCC 8.4.320):ApplicationNon-refundable $335 feeCurrent state registration certificate and bond in accordance with RCW 18.27 (Registration of Contractors)Passing Lewis County's Installers Test or Certificate of a passing WOSSA Test.We offer a complimentary study guide for Lewis County's Installers Test, which can be found here here: STUDY GUIDEFor more information on becoming a New Certified Septic Installer, Pumper, or Designer, please contact our office 360-740-2718 or visit us at 125 NW …


    Environmental Health - Jan. 30, 2020, 2:53 p.m.