1. Online Record Search Instruction

    The below video is a step by step guide on how to search for historic documents on the Auditor's online document search system. The system lets you search for documents relating to parcels numbers, names and legal information dated back to 1848. The video provides some helpful tips on how to make the most of your searches. If you have questions, please call us at: (360) 740-1165 Visit the Online Document Search System now Full Video


    Auditor - May 19, 2014, 3:05 p.m.

  2. Planned Growth Committee

    The Lewis County Planned Growth Committee is providing options for public access to the meeting: in person, online and by phone. Planned Growth Committee meetings take place at the Community Development Environmental Health Building, 125 NW Chehalis Ave, Chehalis in the CD Conference Room (see the front counter for directions). The public may also participate via Zoom using the information in the agenda.Meeting Materials:Agenda - 06/18/20252025 OFM EstimatesLewis County Draft Critical Areas Ordinance


    Community Development - Jan. 9, 2025, 3:34 p.m.

  3. Sensitive Document Shredding Event in Pe Ell

    Sensitive Document Shredding: Residents may bring up to 3 bags or boxes or sensitive documents they would like to have shredded. There is no charge for this service. The shredded paper will be recycled at a paper recycling facility. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 14 at Pe Ell Town Hall, 111 Main St., Pe Ell, WA 98572 as part of Pe Ell's Community Recycle Event.


    Solid Waste - April 8, 2025, 1:13 p.m.

  4. Commercial Vehicle Enforcement

    Commercial Vehicle Enforcement responsibilities include:Commercial enforcement throughout the county.Coordinating training on CDL issues and keeping records to comply with federal code reference Medical Cards and Driver Abstracts.Assisting the Road Maintenance Supervisors with Haz-Mat issues and any other issues that they need assistance with.Represents the Sheriff Office on the Code Enforcement committee. See here.Responding to public questions, issues and concerns.Helping with information regarding Specs for commercial vehicle bids.Coordinating information for Road Maintenance Supervisor regarding disaster recovery.


    Public Works - Jan. 3, 2011, 10:17 a.m.

  5. Funeral Homes

    Funeral Homes in Lewis County eCare Mortuary - Phone: (360) 747-7761 - Centralia, WASticklin-Brown - Phone: (360) 736-1388 - Centralia, WANewell-Hoerling's - Phone: (360) 736-3317 - Centralia, WAFuneral Alternatives - Phone: (360) 200-5579 - Centralia, WACattermole - Phone: (360) 785-3881 - Winlock, WAFir Lawn - Phone: (360) 864-2101 - Toledo, WA Funeral Homes Used Outside of Lewis County Emerald - Phone: (360) 545-3424 - Shelton, WACovenant - Phone: (360) 353-5950 - Kelso, WANeptune Society - Phone: (253) 444-4812 - Tacoma, WA


    Coroner - March 30, 2026, 1:52 p.m.

  6. Release Information

    Juveniles can only be released to their parent/guardian. If the parent/guardian is unable to pick up the juvenile upon release, there must be prior approval from the juvenile’s Probation Officer.The parent/guardian must provide proper identification prior to the juvenile’s release.*Medication will only be released to the parent/guardian.If a parent/guardian refuses to pick up the juvenile from Juvenile Detention, the Juvenile Court staff will notify the local law enforcement agency and Child Protective Services (CPS) to report abandonment.


    Juvenile Court - April 24, 2018, 4:10 p.m.

  7. Design

    The Engineering Design Section develops roadway designs using local and state guidelines required for traffic volume, terrain, design speed, safety features, storm water runoff, and environmental concerns. Design production may be handled in-house or by contractors. Designs for new bridges are contracted to a structural engineer. Once the designs are complete, staff members help prepare contract specifications for open and competitive bidding by road and bridge construction companies. Inspection of contractors' construction operation are also handled by the staff from the Design, Construction, and Survey Sections.


    Public Works - May 7, 2009, 5:25 p.m.

  8. Apartment/Multifamily Recycling

    Apartment residents can recycle the items shown above Recycling at apartment complexes is typically a decision made by the property manager or the complex owner.The following items can be included in curbside recycling containers:***Please make sure all containers are empty, clean, and dry.***NewspaperMagazinesCorrugated CardboardOffice PaperSchool PaperJunk MailTin CansAluminum CansPlastic BottlesPlastic JugsPlastic dairy cupsIf you have questions, please call LeMay at 360-736-4769 or email swu@lewiscountywa.gov.


    Solid Waste - April 14, 2023, 3:43 p.m.

  9. Document shredding available at Randle event today

    The LeMay Mobile Shredding truck will be at the Community Recycle Event at the Lewis County (Kiona) Road Shop, 8911 US Hwy 12, Randle May 9 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Residents may bring up to 5 bags or boxes or sensitive documents they would like to have shredded. This is a free community service. The shredded paper will be hauled to a paper recycling facility for processing. Funded in part by a Local Solid Waste Financial Assistance Grant from Department of Ecology.


    Solid Waste - March 17, 2026, 12:22 p.m.

  10. Comprehensive Plan and Development Regulation Amendments

    Urban Growth Area (UGA) Clean Up ProjectPortions of the existing Urban Growth Area (UGA) boundaries have mapping irregularities and inconsistencies that create confusion in land use and planning decisions, and the UGA cleanup aims to correct these discrepancies to ensure the boundaries accurately reflect adopted plans and support clearer, more consistent growth management moving forward. Cannabis Code UpdateLewis County is considering amending the Lewis County Code to allow cannabis retail and production in unincorporated areas to increase revenue generated from sales tax.


    Community Development - Dec. 24, 2020, noon