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Know Your Soil and How to Improve it with Compost!
Know Your Soil and How to Improve it with Compost!: Attend this WSU Lewis County Master Recycler Composter workshop at 11 a.m. Feb. 21 at the Centralia Timberland Library to learn how to test your soil. By knowing your soil type (or which nutrients it may be lacking) you can make it better with compost. Specific topics will include the role of soil and microbes, soil texture and structure, soil nutrients and pH, and more. Email jason.adams@lewiscountywa.gov or call 360-740-1212 to to register.
Solid Waste - Feb. 6, 2026, 12:56 p.m.
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5 Year Levy Comparison
Compares Levy Rates, Amounts, and Assessed Values by Taxing District Levy Collections 2021 Vs 2025Levy Collections 2020 Vs 2024
Assessor - March 31, 2025, 11:44 a.m.
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Process Server License
To register as a process server, please download the form below. Fill out the form and mail it to us along with a check for $10.00 and a self-addressed, stamped envelop.Process Server License Form
Auditor - April 23, 2020, 2:39 p.m.
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Permit Center Lobby Closed
The Community Development and Environmental Health building will be closed from NOON to 5pm on December 31st. You may apply for permits online through SmartGov or call 360-740-1146 for assistance during this time. However, no walk-in applications or payments will be accepted.
Community Development - Dec. 22, 2025, 2:56 p.m.
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Important Links
Safety National Safety CouncilEvergreen Safety CouncilWISHA - Safety & HealthL&I Core Safety RulesBicycling in WashingtonWA State Traffic Cameras Unemployment Employment Security DeptMonster JobsWashington State DOPWorkSourceJob Hunt Health & Wellness US Preventative MedicineAmerican Heart AssociationUS Health & Human ServicesActive Healthy LifestylesAmerican Cancer SocietyAICRWCIF
Risk Management - Sept. 11, 2015, 1:56 p.m.
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Bull Thistle
Cirsium vulgare Bull Thistle - Biennial, herbaceous plant growing about 3-7 feet tall, with one stem.Leaves: Alternate, coarsely lobed leaves. Each lobe has a spiked tip. Top of leaves is rough with small spines, while the bottom has wooly hairs.Flowers: Flowers bloom from July-September. 1.5-2 inches across and are generally purple/pink (rarely white).Habitat: Primarily found in disturbed areas like pastures, roadsides, ditch banks, hayfields, prairies, and logged mountain areas.Weed Classification: CWhy is it a Noxious Weed?Bull Thistle tends to outcompete native vegetation and desired grazing forage.Bull thistle is commonly found in Lewis County. If you need control recommendations, please see …
Weed Control - Oct. 6, 2022, 9:32 a.m.
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Earthquake Awareness / Preparedness
“Drop, Cover, Hold” The Recommended Earthquake Protection MethodIn recent years, an E-mail has been circulating that describes the “triangle of life,” an alternative to the long-established “Drop, Cover, and Hold” advise. “Drop, Cover, Hold” is still the official recommendation in the United States by many experts including State Emergency Management, the Red Cross, and the Lewis County Division of Emergency Management.Earthquakes seldom cause complete building collapse in the United States. The greatest danger is from falling or flying objects. The “Drop, Cover, and Hold” technique is designed to provide the greatest protection from this type of situation.The “triangle of life” …
Emergency Management - Feb. 2, 2012, 7:31 a.m.
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Community Health
Our team promotes healthy living, prevents disease and injury, and helps people get the services they need to stay healthy. We also provide education, services, and referrals to individuals, families, and at- risk populations within Lewis County, and collaborate with individuals, medical providers, policymakers and organizations to develop and maintain strategies for addressing public health issues. Current Community Health Engagement Opportunities Hearing from residents, providers, and leaders in our community allows for informed-program and -policy development that better meet the needs of our community. Throughout the year, our team works to collect information and engage with residents on important topics …
Public Health - Jan. 20, 2015, 1:39 p.m.
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Shiny Geranium
Geranium lucidum Shiny Geranium - A small, annual or biennial herbaceous plant with basal, lobed, shiny leaves. Usually has reddish stems.Leaves: Rounded/kidney-shaped leaves. Leaves are divided into lobed sections that each have 3 lobes at the tip. Leaf stems have hair on one side.Flowers: Flowers bloom from April-June. Flowers are pink with 5 petals each. Each flower has 5 slightly expanded sepals.Habitat: Plant grows well in shaded woodlands and forest openings. Plant can also tolerate partial and full sun. May be found alongside Herb Robert.Weed Classification: B DesignateWhy is it a Noxious Weed?Shiny Geranium spreads aggressively and has moved into …
Weed Control - Sept. 29, 2022, 9:49 a.m.
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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.