1. Public Defense Standards

    Washington Courts: News and InformationWashington Supreme Court Issues Interim Order on Public Defense StandardsJune 09, 2025The Washington Supreme Court issued an Order on caseload standards the Court has adopted for indigent criminal defense services. The Order is a summary explanation of the new caseload standards, which permit full implementation to be achieved over a period of time.The Court adopted the caseload standards at its June 4, 2025 en banc conference, ahead of final rule changes, to help jurisdictions that are currently conducting budget planning. The revised caseload standards will be integrated into court rules once the Court’s review of all …


    Public Defense - June 9, 2025, 4:13 p.m.

  2. About Risk Management

    The Risk Management Department administers the County's self-insurance and claims programs. Risk Management's mission is to provide loss prevention and control programs and consultation, direction, insurance, and claims management services to Lewis County elected officials and departments to reduce or eliminate losses to property, liability, personnel, and net income.We believe that:Accidents and Injuries are preventableSafety can be managedSafety is an individual responsibilitySafety is a way of lifeNothing is more important than employee safetyRisk Management's primary activities are:Risk consultingInsurance procurement above self-insured retention levelsLewis County Self-Insured Fund management and financing for self-insured retention levelsAdministration of workers' compensation and unemployment claims (in …


    Risk Management - Feb. 22, 2013, 1:38 p.m.

  3. Activities

    Cathedral Falls Cathedral Falls YMCA Auburn Alpine Tower YMCA Auburn Alpine Tower Sprinker's Ice Rink Packwood Lake- Hike Packwood Lake Comet Falls Bridge at Comet Falls Seahawks press room Seahawk's headquarters Seattle Seahawk Doug Baldwin with kids Seahawk indoor training field Global Time Attack Global Time Attack drift track Seahawks Training Camp- Community Corner Joey Blount- Autographs with youth at training camp Point Defiance Aquarium Point Defiance zoo Seattle Storm WNBA Seattle Storm Vs Dallas Wings Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge Fishing at Toledo Pond WA Fish and Wildlife hosting Fishing outing at Toledo Pond Sponsoring School …


    June 15, 2023, 3:12 p.m.

  4. Proposed American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funding Plan

    Survey results presented from POLCO to Lewis County Staff on 3-9-2022: Lewis County ARPA Baseline Survey resultsFull resident survey results: Residents ResultsFull business survey results: Business Results***Survey Closed December 10, 2021*** The American Rescue Plan will deliver $350 billion for eligible state, local, territorial, and Tribal governments to respond to the COVID-19 emergency and bring back jobs. On May 10, the U.S. Department of Treasury (Treasury) released an Interim Final Rule, FAQs, and a fact sheet for a significant portion of the $350 billion Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund, established under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARP) signed …


    May 26, 2021, 9:27 a.m.

  5. Grow Smart, Grow Safe - May 2018

    By Dr. Rachel Wood, Lewis County Health Officer Grow Smart, Grow Safe® A Great Resource for Safer Ways to Control Pests and Solve Problems in your Garden Spring has sprung, and as the weather begins to brighten up, you might begin to consider your garden and yard. Maybe this is the year you plant your own veggies, and bump up on those important vitamins and minerals, or maybe there are some flowers you’ve been imagining outside your kitchen window. Whatever your plans, the Grow Smart, Grow Safe® web site can help. This user-friendly site at https://growsmartgrowsafe.org walks you through your …


    Public Health - May 17, 2018, 11:22 a.m.

  6. Corrections/Jail

    CORRECTIONS BUREAU– CHIEF CHRIS SWEET The Corrections Bureau encompasses the Lewis County Jail. The Lewis County Jail was remodeled in 2005 and is approximately 69,000 square feet.The Corrections Bureau is comprised of a Captain, Lieutenant, six Sergeants, forty-one Corrections Deputies, an Administrative Assistant and five Support Technicians. CUSTODY DIVISION: The Custody Division is directly supervised by a Lieutenant and consists of four custody squads. A sergeant leads each squad and each squad is comprised of seven or eight Corrections Deputies. The Custody squads work 12 hour shifts, and have 3-4 days off per week. The shifts rotate every three months …


    Sheriff - March 16, 2016, 4:22 p.m.

  7. Senior / Disabled Persons Exemption

    If you are a senior citizen or disabled person in need of property tax assistance, you may be able to take advantage of the property tax exemption program.For information on the Washington State Department of Revenue's guidelines for the Senior/Disabled Person's Exemption click here for the Property Tax Exemption for Senior Citizens and Disabled Persons publication. Once the exemption is granted, it does not need to be repaid. Eligibility Requirements Age or Disability By December 31 of the assessment year, you must be any of the following:At least 61 years of age.At least 57 years of age and the surviving …


    Assessor - Dec. 9, 2015, 4:50 p.m.

  8. Poisonous Weed Alert!

    Poison hemlock is not new to Lewis County, however our Weed Control staff have spotted several new infestations popping up this season. If you aren’t already familiar with this toxic & noxious weed, please take the time to learn a few “tricks of the trade.” You don’t want to find yourself fighting a patch of poison hemlock without the appropriate weapons (and safety gear)!Poison hemlock (Conium maculatum), a Class B noxious weed in Washington State, is a widespread toxic biennial plant in the Carrot Family often found along streambanks or drainage ditches, open fields, vacant lots, and along roadsides. Eating …


    Weed Control - July 14, 2021, 1:40 p.m.

  9. Lewis County celebrates opening of renovated juvenile facility

    Lewis County Commissioner Scott Brummer, left, Superior Court Judges James Lawler and J. Andrew Toynbee and Commissioner Lindsey Pollock at the ribbon cutting of the Lewis County Juvenile Justice Center, Mar. 24. Renovated Lewis County Juvenile Justice Center officially opens with ribbon-cuttingCHEHALIS – Lewis County Commissioners and county Superior Court judges cut the ribbon Friday morning marking the official opening of the renovated Lewis County Juvenile Justice Center at 1255 SW Pacific Ave. in Chehalis.Upgrades to the 1970s-era facility include the addition of 5,500 square feet of space for expanded educational and life skills programs, mentorship services for incarcerated youth, …


    News Room - March 28, 2023, 7:24 a.m.

  10. December 2025 Flood Event

    AFTER THE DISASTER ~ DAMAGE ASSESSMENT HOTLINE: 360-740-2600 ~Lewis County has established a dedicated damage reporting hotline for residents whose homes or properties were affected by recent flooding. Call 360-740-2600 and leave a message with your first and last name, your phone number and the address of the damaged site. Lewis County will return your call within two business days. This information will help staff conduct preliminary damage assessments and connect you with recovery assistance. Other important contacts are as follows: DAMAGE ASSESSMENT / REPORTING Reporting helps us connect you with resources, including potential FEMA assistance. Lewis County Hotline: 360-740-2600 …


    Emergency Management - Dec. 8, 2025, 4:05 p.m.