1. Lewis County drug take-back events planned for Centralia and Morton

    Centralia Prevention Coalition member Jasmine Trent, left, and Sara Bumgardner of Lewis County Public Health and Social Services CHEHALIS - Lewis County Public Health and Social Services, Centralia Prevention Coalition and MortonUP! are partnering with local law enforcement to host prescription drug take-back events Saturday, Apr. 22 in Centralia and Morton.These events are for citizens to dispose of unused or expired prescription and over-the-counter medication for free between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. at the following locations:Centralia Middle School Gym, 901 Johnson Rd.• Morton Police Department, 250 Main Ave.Local service organizations will also be on-site providing resources, such as free …


    News Room - April 21, 2023, 4:24 p.m.

  2. Parks

    Parks & Recreation (lewiscountywa.gov) Updates For interest in individual or group volunteering at one of our parks or properties,please contact our Lewis County Parks & Recreation Office.By visiting our Parks & Recreation (lewiscountywa.gov) page or by calling (360) 740-1495. About the Parks Schaefer County Park14 acres-Located one mile north of Centralia (on Bucoda highway/State Route 507)- Picnicking, Skookumchuck River access, covered shelter, hiking, volleyball court, playground, fishing, horseshoe pits, group picnic area. Gates and restrooms open Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. Day use only. South County Regional Park43 acres-Located one-half mile south of Toledo off SR 505 (212 Ray …


    Central Services - Aug. 18, 2015, 1:02 p.m.

  3. Drug Testing Services RFP - Clarifying Questions

    1. Who is the current provider?There is no current provider for these services in the fashion described in the RFP2. Why are you evaluating new providers?We have opened up our behavioral health/SUD contract as well. The Drug Court and FRC office operate and determine the drug testing schedule. The plan is to shift to a model where we contract directly with the laboratory3. What is the current pricing?The prices between our contracted provider and the laboratories that they use have not been disclosed to the Drug Court program.4. What is the expected volume of tests?Give or take some—400 tests per …


    Superior Court - Sept. 1, 2020, 1:28 p.m.

  4. Lewis County Planning Commission

    Purpose The Planning Commission assists the Community Development department in carrying out its duties, including assistance in the preparation and execution of the comprehensive plan and the adoption of development regulations for Lewis County, Washington. The Planning Commission holds workshops and public hearings and makes recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners, whom ultimately vote to approve amendments to the County’s comprehensive plan and development regulations. Members The Planning Commission is made up of seven (7) members appointed by the Board of County Commissioners. Any resident in Lewis County can apply to serve on the Planning Commission. The Board of …


    Community Development - Jan. 26, 2024, 10:32 a.m.

  5. 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.

  6. Commissioners offer County Manager job to man with local roots

    Ryan Barrett CHEHALIS- After an extensive nationwide search, the Lewis County Commissioners have selected an individual with local roots as their next County Manager.The commissioners offered their top position Wednesday to Ryan Barrett, a former Lewis County Sheriff’s Office lieutenant who now oversees more than 100 employees as a captain with the South Correctional Entity in Des Moines, Wash. The commissioners selected Barrett, 41, after hosting a public meet-and-greet followed by an intensive, all-day interview session that involved nearly two dozen county employees, including elected officials, department directors and others.Barrett, who grew up in the area and served on the …


    News Room - July 13, 2023, 10:29 a.m.

  7. Timber Assessed Values

    2024 Tax Year's TAV2023 Tax Year's TAV2022 Tax Year's TAV2021 Tax Year's TAV2020 Tax Year's TAV2019 Tax Year's TAV2018 Tax Year's TAV2017 Tax Year's TAV2016 Tax Year's TAV2015 Tax Year's TAV2014 Tax Year's TAV2013 Tax Year's TAV2012 Tax Year's TAV2011 Tax Year's TAV2010 Tax Year's TAV Timber Assessed Value - TAV The Timber Assessed Value (TAV) serves the same purpose as the assessed value of other types of property carried on the county assessment rolls. It serves as a substitute for the value that would be carried on the assessment roll if timber was still taxable as real property for …


    Assessor - Jan. 15, 2015, 9:51 a.m.

  8. Public Works FAQ

    Do you pick up dead animals? Yes, but only if it is on the county right-of-way (road or ditch); not if it is on private property. Why can’t you just drain this swampy area so the road won’t get flooded? We have strict rules imposed on us by other departments such as Washington State Fish and Wildlife Department, Department of Ecology, and other State/Federal agencies. The problem must be related to a road. We cannot drain private land. Who do I call to get a ditch cleaned? The Area Supervisor can be contacted. Please call Public Works at (360)740-1123 to …


    Public Works - April 12, 2016, 1:18 p.m.

  9. Treasurer's FAQ

    When are property tax statements mailed? Property tax statements are mailed approximately February 14 each calendar year. What is the mailing address for the Treasurer's office? Our mailing address is PO Box 509, Chehalis WA 98532. If you are sending us something via FedEx or UPS, you may use our physical address which is 351 NW North St, Chehalis WA 98532. What are the office hours of the Treasurer's office? Our office is open to the public Monday thru Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. We are closed daily from 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM. When are my property taxes …


    Treasurer - April 12, 2016, 11:28 a.m.

  10. Pe Ell Community Recycle Event

    These events will take place at Pe Ell Town Hall, 111 Main St., Pe Ell, WA, on June 11. Specific times for individual recycling or drop-off opportunities may vary.Satellite Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Residential customers may drop off their unwanted or left-over cleaners, lawn, garden, pool chemicals, and other household chemicals. Please be prepared to leaves your containers at the event. Workers don't have a place to empty them, and return them to customers at satellite events. Limits for these events are 10 CFL lights, 5 gallons motor oil, 5 gallons antifreeze, 5 gallons …


    Solid Waste - Feb. 1, 2022, 2:12 p.m.