1. Food Program Permits and Forms

    Temporary Food Establishment ApplicationCourtesy Permit ApplicationPermit Exemption ApplicationFarmer's Market Coordinator ApplicationStandard Operating ProcedurePre-Opening Inspection request formHot Holding Temp LogCold Holding Temp LogExample Floor PlanDOH DocumentsMobile Food Operation GuidelinesFood Service ApplicationApplicant FAQPermanent establishment application packets are available on the 3rd floor of the Public Health building or by calling (360) 740-1222.


    Environmental Health - Feb. 1, 2018, 3:20 p.m.

  2. Transfer stations closed for Christmas Day!

    Lewis County transfer stations in Centralia and Morton are closed on Thursday, December 25 for the Christmas Day Holiday. Transfer stations will resume their regular hours on Friday, Dec. 26. Centralia is open from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. In-bound gates in Centralia close 15 minutes prior to facility closure.; Morton is open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.


    Solid Waste - Sept. 2, 2025, 4:04 p.m.

  3. Disposal District meeting canceled today; rescheduled to Feb. 17

    The regularly scheduled Lewis County Solid Waste Disposal District No. 1 Commission Meeting on the fourth Monday of each month has been canceled, and rescheduled to Feb. 17 at 11 a.m. It will take place in the Lewis County Board of County Commissioners Hearing Room on the second floor of the Historic Courthouse, 351 NW North St., Chehalis, WA 98532.


    Solid Waste - Feb. 6, 2026, 1:53 p.m.

  4. Complaints

    . Complaints for public nuisances can be phoned in during normal business hours.Complaints may be submitted by using the online form below. Please include specific information such as the type of nuisance (solid waste, hulk vehicles, failing septic, etc.), the location (by address/tax parcel number) and any other information pertinent to the complaint. All complaint information is subject to the Public Disclosure Act, RCW 42.56.Complaint Form


    Code Compliance - June 8, 2022, 8:43 a.m.

  5. Board of Health

    Lewis County's Board of Health meets the second Monday of each month at 1:30 pm in the Commissioners Hearing Room.Agenda's for regularly scheduled meeting will now be listed on Public Health and Social Services "Events" calendar every Friday before the regularly scheduled Monday meeting. The Board of Health is allowing attendance by alternative means. Zoom information is listed at the bottom of each agenda.Current Board of Health Documents


    Public Health - April 4, 2016, 1:32 p.m.

  6. Chips for Trails Event in Vader

    The City of Vader is hosting its annual Chips for Trails Event at McMurphy Park on Annonen Road from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on April 19. Lewis County residents can drop off chippable branches and limbs that are no larger than 6 inches in diameter. This material will be chipped to spread on park trails. Any interested in volunteering or more information, please call 360-218-4257.


    Solid Waste - April 4, 2025, 11:34 a.m.

  7. How to apply

    Make a difference in a youth's life today! If you would like to make an impact in our local youth's lives, use the Mentor Application Form to apply to be a mentor today. Do you or someone you know need a mentor? If you or someone you know would benefit from support, advocacy, and a positive role model, use the Mentee Application Form to refer them to the program.


    June 15, 2023, 8:16 a.m.

  8. Lewis County Noxious Weed Map

    ArcGIS Noxious Weeds Map Click on the map icon to the left to view. In 2022, your noxious weed control team began recording noxious weed infestations on iForm to be displayed on this map. Although many infestations noted this year have not yet been uploaded, in addition to missing most historical records, we believe this is a great start to a more manageable and efficient tracking system.


    Weed Control - Dec. 11, 2023, 10:27 a.m.

  9. Tires

    You must pay to recycle tires at Lewis County transfer stations in Centralia, 1411 S. Tower Ave., or in Morton, 6745 US Hwy 12:Please pay at the scale house prior to dropping off. Fee depends on size and type:$10.00 each Passenger Car/Light Truck Tires without rims.$10.00 each Passenger Car/Light Truck Tires with rims.$10.00 each Semi-Truck Tires without rims.$20.00 each Semi-Truck Tires with rims.


    Solid Waste - Dec. 2, 2024, 4:42 p.m.

  10. Free Tool Library Trial Membership at Earth Month Open House

    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, 10:56 a.m.