All Lewis County Posts

Open Space Classifications and Designated Forest Land Hearings

Assessor's Blog — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 16:42:28 -0800

Hearings for special tax classifications are being held March 13, 2012, in the Commissioner’s Hearing Room located in the Courthouse on Main Street, Chehalis, Washington on Tuesday, March 13, 2012, at 10:00 a.m. at which time and place any person may appear to be heard, either for or against the granting of the same. Publication of this hearing appeared in the East County Journal on Wednesday February 22, 2012.

Notices for Hearing:

-Transfers from (1) Designated Forest Land to Open Space Farm and Agriculture, (2) Open Space Timber Land to Open Space Farm & Agriculture, (3) Open Space Farm and Agriculture Land to Designated Forest Land, (4) Open Space Farm and Agriculture Conservation Land to Open Space Farm & Agriculture.Click here.

- Open Space Farm and Agricultural Land Classification. Click here.

- Designated Forest Land Classification.Click here.

Personal Property Itemized Listing forms mailed

Assessor's Blog — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 15:20:04 -0800

Personal Property Itemized Listing forms were mailed on February 2, 2012. Completed forms are due back to the Lewis County Assessor's office or postmarked no later then April 30, 2012 to avoid a 20% assumed increase of assessed value and a late filing fee up to 25%. New businesses are required to complete a Personal Property Itemized Listing form. For a blank form, click here. If you have any questions, lost your form, or did not receive a listing form but feel you should have, contact Jeri Lux at 360.740.1410 or jeri.lux@lewiscountywa.gov

2012 Property Taxes certified

Assessor's Blog — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 14:51:28 -0800

Property tax levies have been established and 2012 Property Taxes were certified to the Lewis County Treasurer's office on January 9, 2012. Property taxes by parcel can be located on PATSor by contacting the Lewis County Treasurer.Contact information for the Lewis County Treasurer's office is located on theLewis County Treasurer'swebpage.

2011 Assessments for 2012 Taxation Mailed November 30, 2011

Assessor's Blog — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 14:46:05 -0800

2011 Assessments for 2012 Taxation were mailed on November 30, 2011 with an appeal by date of December 30, 2011. All petitions for appeal to the Board of Equalization are required to be submitted or postmarked by December 30, 2011. For questions on how to appeal, visit the Lewis County Commissioner's Board of Equalizationwebpage.

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Found Property — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 10:44:36 -0800

Found 02-17-21, Law & Justice Bldg. Please call Lewis County Sheriff's Office to describe and claim, 360-740-1470, Case #12C1872.

NOTICE: ACCEPTANCE OF A BID ON TAX TITLE PROPERT LOCATED OFF HWY 603

BOCC Legal Notices — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 08:54:07 -0800

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NOTICE OF HEARING: APPLICATION FOR CDBG FUNDING TO THE DEPT. OF COMMERCE

BOCC Legal Notices — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 08:52:36 -0800

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CALL FOR BIDS: 2012 LIQUID ASPHALT CONTRACT

BOCC Legal Notices — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 08:51:14 -0800

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Call for Bid - 2012 Liquid Asphalt

Public Works Blog — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 15:38:06 -0800

A new project has been added to the Contract Ads and Calls for Bid page. Bids are due Feb. 28, 2012 at 11:00 am.

Access the details and necessary documents by clicking here.

FEB. 14, 2012 ELECTION RESULTS

Auditor's Blog — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 15:04:07 -0800

Updated February 17, 2012: Preliminary results from the February 14, 2012 Special Election are now available. The following jurisdictions had issues on the ballot: Castle Rock S.D., Centralia S.D, Chehalis S.D., Eatonville S.D., Morton S.D., Oakville S.D., Pe Ell S.D., Rochester S.D., Winlock S.D., Fire Dist. 9, and Fire Dist. 12.

Click here to view the election results.

Click here to view the preliminary results in .pdf format.

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS: JAIL VIDEO VISITATION AND ARRAIGNMENT NETWORK SYSTEM

BOCC Legal Notices — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 11:01:01 -0800

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NOTICE OF HEARING: 2011 BUDGET AMENDMENT FOR THE VADER WATER SYSTEM

BOCC Legal Notices — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 10:35:30 -0800

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NOTICE OF HEARING: 4TH 2011 BUDGET AMENDMENT FOR CURRENT EXPENSE AND VARIOUS FUNDS

BOCC Legal Notices — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 10:34:47 -0800

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CALL FOR BIDS: LEGAL COUNTY PRINTING

BOCC Legal Notices — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 10:33:42 -0800

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BOCC MINUTES 02-06-12

BOCC Minutes — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 10:32:21 -0800

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Purse with Contents

Found Property — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 09:15:04 -0800

Found, Centralia Area, 2/3/12. Please call Lewis County Sheriff's Office to describe and claim, 360-740-1470, Case #12C1257.

Minimum Bid Sheet for Feb 10 Sale

Treasurer's Blog — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:44:55 -0800

The final minimum bid sheet for the 9:00 AM sale on February 10 is now posted on this site. It is past the deadline for the remaining parcels to be redeemed from the sale.

CALL FOR BIDS: LEWIS COUNTY ROAD SAFETY PROJECT- PHASE 1

BOCC Legal Notices — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:25:23 -0800

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OPENING OF SMALL WORKS ROSTER FOR LEWIS COUNTY

BOCC Legal Notices — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:23:20 -0800

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PROCLAMATION: FEBRUARY, 2012 DATING VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH

BOCC Legal Notices — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:22:32 -0800

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PROCLAMATION: FEBRUARY 8, 2012 MARGARET SHIELD DAY

BOCC Legal Notices — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:21:28 -0800

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BOCC MINUTES 01-30-12

BOCC Minutes — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:19:33 -0800

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Sheriff's Office Recognizes Many at Annual Meeting

News Releases — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 09:25:24 -0800

The Lewis County Sheriff’s Office held its annual meeting Thursday afternoon, February 2, 2012, at the Bethel Church in Napavine. The office has been holding annual meetings to recognize employee service and talk about goals and objectives for the year ahead, for the past 17 years.

Sheriff Mansfield stated, “It is so important to take time to honor and recognize those in my office and in our community that are dedicated and work so hard in helping achieve our mission. It is also an opportunity to reflect and honor those who have served in the law enforcement profession. Lewis County is a safer place to work, live, and raise our families in large part because of our dedicated and outstanding commitment, performance, and actions of our employees and citizens.”

Those recognized:

Lifesaving Award – Awarded to an employee who saves the life of another human being. Recipient: Deputy Jason Mauermann
Volunteer Awards – Outstanding Volunteer Service - Retirement. Recipients: Michael & Mary Alice Painter, Larry & Nancy Mason, Jennifer Petra-Potter, Wes Dosser
Citizen Service Medal – Performs an act of exemplary service in support of our mission. Recipient: Michaelle Fries
Sheriff’s Unit Commendation – Recognizing the actions of a group, squad, or division in meeting our mission in an exemplary fashion. Recipients: Corrections Transport Division – Corrections Officers Vern West, Don Sullivan, Curtis Lamping, David Harper, and Bobby Jacobsen
Sheriff’s Awards – Bestowed upon an employ whose single action or overall performance merits the Sheriff’s special recognition. Recipients: Deputy Tim English, Detective Tom Callas, Detective Bruce Kimsey
Employee of the Year Awards for 2011 – Recognizing an employee from each Bureau who performed throughout the year in an exemplary manner. Recipients: Services – Support Technician Ashley Millam; Corrections – Corrections Officer Dave Rodkey; Operations – Deputy Jason Mauermann

Call for Bid - Lewis County Safety Project - Phase 1

Public Works Blog — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:58:40 -0800

A new project has been added to the Contract Ads and Calls for Bid page. Bids are due Feb. 28, 2012 at 11:00 am.

Access the details and necessary documents by clicking here.

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Found Property — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:24:28 -0800

Found 12-2-11, Lewis County Jail. Please call Lewis County Sheriff's Office to describe and claim, 360-740-1470, Case #12C104.

Sheriff Mansfield's December E-Newsletter

News Releases — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 08:37:06 -0800

Click here for Sheriff Mansfield's December Newsletter

NOTICE OF HEARING: AMENDING LEWIS COUNTY CODE 12.10 OVER LEGAL MOVEMENT OF VEHICLES ON LEWIS COUNTY ROADS

BOCC Legal Notices — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 15:47:18 -0800

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BOCC MINUTES 01-23-12

BOCC Minutes — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 14:50:44 -0800

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Addition to County Weed List

Weed Control Blog — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 13:43:12 -0800

A small tree called, Tree-of-Heaven, will be considered an addition to the Lewis County Noxious Weed List in 2012. Tree-of-Heaven, Ailanthus altissima has been planted in landscapes as a small to medium sized deciduous tree for homeowners. Its placement on the noxious weed list has come about because of its invasive root system and prolific producer of new suckers or shoots. The plant produces toxins that prevent the establishment of other plants and has plant sap that can be a skin irritant to humans. Stink Tree, is another name given to the plant because of the odor given off from the leaves and cut stems. Tree-of-Heaven is native to China and has similarities to a native tree, Smooth Sumac that grows in the canyons and ravines of Eastern Washington. A local homeowner has been battling the tree as new shoots emerge up through cracks in the side walk and near the foundation of the house. Photos and more information about the tree and its management can be found this link.

Request for Proposal (RFP) to address needs of high utilizers

Public Health Blog — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:39:34 -0800

Lewis County Chemical Dependency - Mental Health - Therapeutic Courts Sales & Use Tax Advisory Board is seeking public, non-profit, for profit, and private contractors to submit proposals to provide one or more of the following priority services for adults identified as High Utilizers of the law & justice system and other community resources: Chemical Dependency Treatment, Mental Health Treatment, or Support Services, including case management.

Chemical Dependency and Mental Health Treatment, Support Services and Case Management for high utilizers of the Lewis County Justice System Request for Proposal.

2012 Property Taxes

Treasurer's Blog — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 14:55:43 -0800

The Lewis County property tax roll has been certified. According to RCW 84.56.020 the County Treasurer may now begin accepting payments for the 2012 taxes due. First half payment is due on Monday, April 30, 2012. Second half payment is due on Wednesday, October 31, 2012. You can find the amount due by logging on to the Property Assessment and Tax system on the front page of the county website.

Treasurer's Foreclosure Sale

Treasurer's Blog — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 14:11:15 -0800

Notice of Tax Judgment Sale

Public notice is hereby given that pursuant to the real property tax Judgment and Order of Sale entered by the Lewis County Superior Court on the 6^th day of January, 2012, in proceedings for foreclosure of tax liens upon real property I shall on the 10^th day of February, 2012, at 9:00 A.M., at the Lewis County Historic Courthouse, (Commissioners meeting room on the second floor), 351 NW North Street, Chehalis, Washington, sell the lands or lots described on the Minimum Bid Sheet (a copy of which is provided free of charge in the Treasurer’s office at the Courthouse) to the highest and best bidder for cash or cashier’s check to satisfy the full amount of taxes, interest and costs adjudged to be due thereon (as listed in the Minimum Bid Sheet). Bidder registration will begin at 8:30 A.M. in the Commissioners meeting room.

Rose A. Bowman

Lewis County Treasurer

Shorelines Master Plan Request for Qualifications

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Below is the Shorelines Master Plan (SMP) Request for Qualifications (RFQ). Please refer to the Department of Ecology for more information on the SMP process. The Ecology website contains information for the shorelines process, news, public outreach materials and other information.

SMP Notice for Publication

Request for Qualifications

Shorelines Master Plan Request for Qualifications

Community Development Blog — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 08:49:47 -0800

SMP Notice for Publication

Request for Qualifications

NOTICE OF HEARING: MAXIMUM SPEED LIMIT ON JOPPISH RD.

BOCC Legal Notices — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 10:15:08 -0800

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NOTICE OF HEARING: NON-EXCLUSIVE FRANCHISE TO NOANET

BOCC Legal Notices — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 10:14:11 -0800

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CALL FOR BID: PROPOSED SALE OF SURPLUS PROPERTY AT 411 MINERAL CREEK ROAD, MINERAL

BOCC Legal Notices — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 10:13:22 -0800

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REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS: 2013 COMPREHENSIVE SHORELINE MASTER PROGRAM UPDATE

BOCC Legal Notices — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 10:11:36 -0800

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BOCC MINUTES 1-09-12

BOCC Minutes — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 10:09:09 -0800

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Active Cases — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 15:42:28 -0800

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Stay Safe When the Power Goes Out

Public Health Blog — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 10:20:53 -0800

Recent weather has led to power outages in some parts of Lewis County. Lewis County Public Health & Social Services advises all residents to take steps to stay safe and avoid carbon monoxide poisoning and food poisoning. See attached News Release.

County Weed List Hearing

Weed Control Blog — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 10:29:36 -0800

A public hearing will be held to adopt rules and regulations for the Lewis County Noxious Weed Control Board and to adopt the Lewis County Noxious Weed list. The hearing will be held February 7, 2012 at 4:00 PM in the Lewis County Courthouse, meeting room #003 at 351 NW North St, Chehalis, WA. Any person may appear and be heard either for or against the adoption of the proposed matters. An open public meeting will precede and follow the public hearing. For additional information and a copy of the proposed weed list, contact the Weed Board.

FEB. 14, 2012 SAMPLE BALLOT

Auditor's Blog — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 16:34:15 -0800

Ballots for the February 14, 2012 Special Election will be mailed on January 25, 2012.

Click here to view a sample ballot which shows issues which will be voted on in the various jurisdictions.

Money

Found Property — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 16:01:23 -0800

Found, 01-11-12 at Lewis County Sheriff's Office. Please call Lewis County Sheriff's Office to describe and claim, 360-740-1470, Case #12C426.

BALLOT DROP BOX LOCATIONS

Auditor's Blog — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 16:50:08 -0800

Ballots for the February 14, 2012 Special Election will be mailed on January 25, 2012. Lewis County now has two ballot drop box locations. Ballots may also be delivered to the Lewis County Auditor's Office or mailed.

Click here for more information on the ballot drop box locations.

NOTICE: ESTABLISHMENT OF 2012 COUNTY ROAD CONSTRUCTION COUNTY FORCES PROJECTS

BOCC Legal Notices — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 15:47:58 -0800

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NOTICE OF HEARING: ORDINANCE 1236 COLLECTIVE MEDICINAL CANNABIS GARDENS

BOCC Legal Notices — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 09:17:24 -0800

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NOTICE OF HEARING: 2012 BUDGET AMENDMENT

BOCC Legal Notices — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 09:14:26 -0800

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NOTICE OF HEARING: DISCUSS THE REPLACEMENT OF THE DAVIS CREEK BRIDGE

BOCC Legal Notices — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 09:13:41 -0800

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ON CALL CONSULTANT ROSTER FOR ARCHITECTURAL, ENGINEERING AND/OR PROFESSIONAL SERVICE ASSISTANCE

BOCC Legal Notices — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 09:12:47 -0800

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Active Cases — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 16:35:34 -0800

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BOCC MINUTES 12-19-11

BOCC Minutes — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 15:08:02 -0800

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Weed Board Member Vacancy

Weed Control Blog — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 14:37:54 -0800

Notice of Noxious Weed Control Board Vacancy

The Lewis County Noxious Weed Control Board currently has a Board Member Vacancy on its five-member board. The vacancy occurs in Weed District Three, which includes the communities of: Napavine, Winlock, Toledo and Vader.

The Board positions are four-year terms that shall be filled by a person engaged in agricultural practices. Noxious Weed Control Board positions are non-paid, volunteer positions. Meetings are held as determined by the Board. Duties of the Board include adoption of the County Weed list and providing direction for Weed Board programs.

Persons interested in appointment to the Board shall make a written application that includes the signature of at least ten registered voters also residing within the district from which they are seeking appointment. Applications will be accepted until Monday, February 6, 2012 and can be turned into the Weed Board office. After this date, Noxious Weed Control Board members will forward a recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners for filling the vacancy.

Applications for appointment to the Lewis County Noxious Weed Control Board may be obtained at the Weed Board office, 351 NW North St., Courthouse basement level or phone (360) 740-1215.

Notice of Sale of Real Property

News Releases — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 11:50:52 -0800

Notice of Sale of Real Property located at 147 SW Cascade Avenue, Chehalis, Lewis County, Washington.

The sale of the above described property is to take place:

Time: 10:00 a.m.
Date: February 10, 2012
Place: Main Entrance Lobby, Old Lewis County
Courthouse, 351 NW North St., Chehalis, WA

Click here for additional information.

Coin Cards

Found Property — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 10:08:24 -0800

Found 01-09-12, Mineral Hill Rd., Mineral. Please call Lewis County Sheriff's Office to describe and claim, 360-740-1470, Case #12C337.

Shoe & Sandal

Found Property — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 15:18:52 -0800

Found 01-07-12, Winlock area. Please call Lewis County Sheriff's Office to describe and claim, 360-740-1470, Case #12C298.

Ordinance 1236 Medicinal Cannabis Gardens

Community Development Blog — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 12:03:11 -0800

Notice of Hearing

Ordinance 1236

Jewelry

Found Property — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 14:46:31 -0800

Found 12-18-11, Mineral Hill Rd., Mineral. Please call Lewis County Sheriff's Office to describe and claim, 360-740-1470, Case #12C75.

Public Health Food Worker Classes

Public Health Blog — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 08:39:48 -0800

Beginning January 3, 2012, Lewis County Public Health & Social Services will offer in-person classes in the basement of the Historic Courthouse at 351 NW North Street, Tuesday mornings at 9:00 am and the first Wednesday of every month at 7:00 pm. Classes will no longer be offered Thursday afternoons.

Quarterly food worker classes will also be held in East County. Call 360-740-1222 for information.

Study guides are available on the third floor of the Public Health Building for $2.00 or on the DOH Website.

2012 Partners in Emergency Preparedness Conference

EM News Releases Blog — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 16:39:44 -0800

Please visit the 2012 Partners in Emergency Preparedness websitefor details.

Operation Merry Christmas Nets 8 Arrests

News Releases — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 09:33:33 -0800

Lewis County Regional Drug Task Force, along with deputies from the Lewis County Sheriff’s Office, the Centralia Police Department, Department of Corrections, and the Washington State Patrol, arrested eight people in “Operation Merry Christmas” on 12/22/11.

The arrests resulted from a three month ongoing investigation by the Lewis County Regional Drug Task Force. At approximately 0900 hours on 12/22/11, a search warrant was served in the 100 block of Edmonds Road relating to the investigation. Arrested were:

• Sherri J. Hamrick, 46, of Packwood, for four counts of Delivery of Methamphetamine.
• James D. Hamrick, 29, of Packwood, for two counts of Delivery of Methamphetamine and Felon in Possession of Firearm.
• Amaris R. Smith, 21, of Packwood, for Possession of Methamphetamine.

At approximately noon, a search warrant was served in the 6300 block of US Highway 12, Packwood. Arrested were:

• Brandon Piatt, 31, of Glenoma, for four counts of Delivery of Methamphetamine.
• Sheila Schmitt, 44, of Morton, for Possession of Narcotics.

Three others were arrested for unrelated outstanding warrants:

• Bradley J. Miller, 35, of Packwood, was arrested in the 100 block of Mt Rainier Drive, Packwood, at approximately 0940 for an outstanding felony warrant.

• Effren E. Barron, 40, was arrested in the 12900 block of US Highway 12, Packwood, for an outstanding felony warrant at 0920.

• Venus D. Hamilton, 48, was arrested in the 900 block of Davis Lake Road, Morton, at approximately 1130 for Delivery of Methamphetamine.

All subjects mentioned were booked into the Lewis County Jail for their respective offenses.

“More arrests are expected in the east end for related offenses within the next two weeks. One Packwood resident came up to me, gave me a big hug and couldn’t thank us enough for cleaning out the drug dealers in her neighborhood. Santa Claus came to Packwood and Morton a few days early this year,” Sheriff Steve Mansfield said.

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Bowling Bag and Ball

Found Property — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 15:04:27 -0800

Found 12-14-11, Fern Gap area, Morton. Please call Lewis County Sheriff's Office to describe and claim, 360-740-1470, Case # 11C14770.

Belt

Found Property — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 15:02:48 -0800

Found, 12-20-11, Lewis County Jail. Please call Lewis County Sheriff's Office to describe and claim, 360-740-1470, Case # 11C12486.

Clothing

Found Property — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 15:00:18 -0800

Found, 11-11-11, Lewis County Jail. Please call Lewis County Sheriff's Office to describe and claim, 360-740-1470, Case # 11C12164.

Jacket

Found Property — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 14:58:28 -0800

Found, November 2011, Lewis Co. Jail. Please call Lewis County Sheriff's Office to describe and claim, 360-740-1470, Case # 11C12144.

BOCC MINUTES 12-12-11

BOCC Minutes — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 15:41:59 -0800

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Request for Proposal (RFP) for Adult Outpatient Chemical Dependency Treatment Services

Public Health Blog — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 15:37:33 -0800

Lewis County Public Health and Social Services is seeking qualified providers for outpatient chemical dependency treatment services. The Request for Proposal (RFP) and related documents can be accessed by clicking on the link(s) below. If you are unable to access these documents and wish to receive a copy please contact Tara Smith at (360) 740-1418. Proposals are due by 3pm Friday January 27, 2012 with services estimated to start in March of 2012.

Adult Outpatient Treatment RFQ

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NOTICE: COMPETITIVE BIDDING AND DISPENSING WITH ADVERTISEMENT

BOCC Legal Notices — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 16:50:38 -0800

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BOCC MINUTES 12-05-11

BOCC Minutes — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 16:49:15 -0800

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Chainsaw

Found Property — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 09:52:36 -0800

Found, 12-7-11, Burnt Ridge Rd., Onalaska. Please call Lewis County Sheriff's Office to describe and claim, 360-740-1470, Case # 11C14231.

NOTICE OF HEARING: ORDINANCE 1235 AMENDING LEWIS COUNTY CODE AND ADDING A NEW SUBSECTION TO PROVIDE AN EXEMPTION FOR AMMUNITIION TESTING AT AN AUTHORIZED MANUFACTURING FACILITY

BOCC Legal Notices — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 09:38:38 -0800

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NOTICE OF HEARING: 2012 VADER WATER SYSTEM BUDGET

BOCC Legal Notices — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 09:36:48 -0800

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NOTICE OF HEARING: 2011 BUDGET AMENDMENT

BOCC Legal Notices — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 09:23:15 -0800

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BOCC MINUTES 11-28-11

BOCC Minutes — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 09:21:12 -0800

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2012 Holiday Courthouse Schedule

Superior Court Blog — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 09:58:33 -0800

The Lewis County Board of County Commissioners have released the 2012 Courthouse Holiday schedule.

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Victim & Detectives Work Together to Make Arrest & Recover Property

News Releases — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 09:07:02 -0800

Detectives with the Lewis County Sheriff’s Office and a 71 year old victim from Onalaska worked together to recover stolen property and make an arrest.

An Onalaska man reported to the Sheriff’s Office on November 4th that someone had stolen his beloved Craftsman Riding Lawnmower, valued at $400. The victim checked Craigslist on a frequent basis hoping his lawnmower would show up on the site. Eventually it did. The victim was able to positively identify the lawnmower by customization to the mower.

The victim called detectives and they hatched a plan together. The detective would pose as the victims “grandson” who had blew up his grandpas riding lawnmower and needed to buy his grandpa another.

The victim and detectives drove to Olympia yesterday (12/01/11) to meet the man selling the lawnmower. The victim identified his lawnmower and Jonathan Michael McClain, 23, of Olympia, was arrested for Trafficking in Stolen Property 1st. McClain admitted to stealing the lawnmower and told detectives he was planning on selling it to make money to buy something for his girlfriend.

McClain was arrested at approximately 1330 hours and transported to the Lewis County Jail where was booked.

“I am proud of the work this citizen and my detectives put into this case. This case is an excellent example of what can happen when victims work together with deputies on their case. My deputies work hard to follow up on cases and investigate them but having assistance from victims always helps,” said Sheriff Steve Mansfield.

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Active Cases

Active Cases — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 15:53:16 -0800

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NOTICE OF HEARINGS: ORDINANCE 1229 AMENDING TITLE 17 OF THE LEWIS COUNTY CODE and ORDINANCE 1230 AMENDING CHAPTER 17.200.020 (1) OF THE LEWIS COUNTY CODE

BOCC Legal Notices — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 10:19:32 -0800

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BOCC MINUTES 11-21-11

BOCC Minutes — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 10:10:48 -0800

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Lewis County Emergency Operations Center to Close this Afternoon

News Releases — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 14:26:33 -0800

Lewis County Sheriff’s Office Emergency Operations Center will close this afternoon after receiving notice from the National Weather Service that the flood warnings have been cancelled for Lewis County. In addition, rivers in Lewis County are maintaining and are not expected to flood. Department of Emergency Management will continue to monitor the weather and rivers and keep the public informed of any potential issues.

Newaukum River is still at stage 1 but appears to be maintaining. It does not appear that the river will flood as previously predicted by the National Weather Service.

Chehalis River at Doty continues to be at stage 1 but appears to have crested and is now dropping.

Chehalis River at Mellen is also below stage 1 but will slowly rise to just below minor flood stage.

Some surface streets are still covered with water so motorists are encouraged to drive carefully and not drive through standing water, if it can be avoided.

Citizens can check the Lewis County website for road condition reports and river readings for further information.

Lewis County Public Works asks citizens to call (360) 740-1123 to report plugged culverts or roadway erosion and/or damage.

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Lewis County Emergency Operations Center Continues to Monitor Weather Conditions

News Releases — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 09:59:26 -0800

Lewis County Sheriff’s Office Emergency Operations Center remains activated today and will continue to monitor weather conditions as the last of the storm moves through the area.

Newaukum River is still at stage 1 but appears to be maintaining. It does not appear that the river will flood as previously predicted by the National Weather Service.

Chehalis River at Doty is still at stage 1 and appears to be maintaining without any increase in flow.

Chehalis River at Mellen is also below stage 1 and has been steadily dropping.

Some surface streets are still covered with water so motorists are encouraged to drive carefully and not drive through standing water, if it can be avoided.

Citizens can check the Lewis County website for road condition reports and river readings for further information.

Lewis County Public Works asks citizens to call (360) 740-1123 to report plugged culverts or roadway erosion and/or damage.

Further information will be forthcoming as it becomes available.

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Several Dog Bites Prompts Sheriff's Office to Remind Dog Owners of County Ordinances

News Releases — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 16:45:05 -0800

Deputies from the Lewis County Sheriff’s Office have taken reports from five citizens who have been bitten by dogs over the past six weeks. This number of dog bites is high in such a short period of time.

The youngest victim was a 9 year old boy and the oldest victim was 46 years old. Injuries ranged from a Band-Aid to a hospital visit for several sutures.

The dogs responsible for the bites were a Golden Lab, Mixed Breed, Pit Bull, Jack Russell, and Golden Lab/Golden Retriever mix.

The Lewis County Sheriff’s Office reminds dog owners that they can be held responsible both criminally and civilly when their dog bites someone. Lewis County Ordinance 6.05.020 states: It shall be unlawful and a public nuisance for owners or keepers of any animal to permit their animal to:

(2) Snap, snarl, growl, bite, jump at or upon or otherwise threaten persons, or to chase, run after or jump at livestock, domestic animals or vehicles when such persons, livestock or vehicles are not on the property of the owner or keeper of the animal, or are upon the sidewalks, roads or public rights-of-way upon or adjacent to the property of the owner or keeper.

Owners are reminded to ensure their dog is secured and not allowed to wander freely into public spaces or other person’s property.

The Lewis County Animal Shelter would also like to remind dog owners to keep their dog current on rabies vaccination as well as those recommended by your veterinarian.

Some dog bites are unexpected and unpreventable, but there are many tips to be aware of to prevent being bitten by a dog:

• Never approaching an unfamiliar dog, especially one who's tied or confined behind a fence or in a car.
• Don't pet a dog—even your own—without letting him see and sniff you first.
• Never turn your back to a dog and run away. A dog's natural instinct will be to chase and catch you.
• Don't disturb a dog while it is sleeping, eating, chewing on a toy, or caring for puppies.
• Watch young children very closely when they are around dogs.
• Be cautious around stray dogs.

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REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS: PACKWOOD WASTEWATER SYSTEM PLANNING

BOCC Legal Notices — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 15:58:19 -0800

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BOCC MINUTES 11-14-11

BOCC Minutes — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 15:03:51 -0800

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Time for 10th Annual Shop with a Cop

News Releases — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 13:14:48 -0800

The Lewis County Sheriff’s Office Association is celebrating the tenth annual Shop With a Cop this year. The Shop With A Cop program brings underprivileged children together with deputies to shop for themselves and their families. Shop With A Cop started ten years ago when the Community Liaison with Wal-Mart contacted Chief Deputy Stacy Brown and began the planning process to bring the program to Lewis County. The program is a national Wal-Mart program. Wal-Mart provides some financial assistance, but the majority of funds for the program comes from donations from employees of the Lewis County Sheriff’s Office and the public. The program receives invaluable assistance from United Way in the way of office staff to assist in the application, screening, and selection process. United Way staff also assists the day of the event with administrative support.

The startup funds for the program were raised by employees of the Sheriff’s Office. A fundraiser was held to sell Krispy Kreme donuts. Approximately $7,800.00 worth of donuts was sold in one day. The money raised from the donut fundraiser has helped sustain the program for many years. Additional fundraisers have been held over the years to sustain the program.

Lewis County Sheriff’s Office Shop With A Cop has helped over 235 families in the past nine years. Children from east Lewis County are transported to the event using the East Lewis County Transit bus. The Transit bus has assisted greatly in ensuring children from all over Lewis County get to participate equally.

Deputies are enthusiastic about participating and seem to have as much fun as the kids do. After the deputy and child have completed shopping for their families, they get a ride back to the courthouse in a patrol car. Once at the courthouse, they wrap their gifts, play Bingo for some great prizes, enjoy a pizza dinner – donated by Papa Petes, and visit with deputies and employees of the Sheriff’s Office. Last year, the grand prize for the Bingo game was a Nintendo 3DS.

The kids chosen to participate are extremely grateful for the gifts they are allowed to buy for their families. The children are usually more worried about their family members than they are themselves. Many deputies have reported in the past that the child they shopped with simply wanted basic necessities such as socks, shoes, and school supplies. Often, deputies pay for those things themselves and let the children pick out toys for their gifts.

The program is open to children 8 through 18 who reside in Lewis County. Applications are now available from the United Way Website www.lewiscountyuw.com, their office at 450 NW Pacific Avenue, Chehalis, or by calling their office at 748-8100. Counselors, neighbors, social workers, church leaders, parents, teachers and other community members are encouraged to nominate any children they feel would benefit from the program. Both financial need and the need for positive interaction with a police officer are used as criteria in selecting applicants. Children chosen this year will “Shop with a Cop” on December 15th at the Chehalis Wal-Mart store. The deadline to submit applications is November 23rd.

If you wish to donate to the Shop With A Cop program, please send your donations to: Lewis County Sheriff’s Office Association, Attn: Chief Deputy Brown/Shop With A Cop, 345 W. Main Street, Chehalis, WA 98532.

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Found Property — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 09:52:54 -0800

Found, 11-7-11, Ham Hill Rd, Centralia. Please call Lewis County Sheriff's Office to describe and claim, 360-740-1470, Case # 11C13154.

NOH: ORDINANCE 1227 AMENDING LEWIS COUNTY CODE 17, ADDING CHAPTER 17.300 COMPLIANCE

BOCC Legal Notices — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 14:52:04 -0800

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NOH: ORDINANCE 1228 AMENDMENTS TO THE LEWIS COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN

BOCC Legal Notices — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 14:36:18 -0800

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NOH: VADER WATER SYSTEM FUND 623 BUDGET FOR 2011

BOCC Legal Notices — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 14:35:00 -0800

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BOCC MINUTES 11-07-11

BOCC Minutes — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 14:33:41 -0800

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CLARIFICATION for the Call for Bid - Coughlin Bridge Deck Replacement Project

Public Works Blog — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 11:08:43 -0800

A new project and a clarification has been added to the Contract Ads and Calls for Bid page. Bids are due Nov. 29, 2011 at 11:00 am.

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NOH: ORDINANCE 1234 AMENDING LCC TO ALLOW FOR CREATION OF UTILITY LOTS FOR PUBLIC PURPOSES

BOCC Legal Notices — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 08:56:57 -0800

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NOH: ORDINANCE 1233 AMENDING LCC TO ALLOW FENCES TALLER THAN SIX FEET

BOCC Legal Notices — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 08:56:07 -0800

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CALL FOR BID: COUGHLIN ROAD BRIDGE DECK REPLACEMENT PROJECT

BOCC Legal Notices — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 08:54:54 -0800

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NOH: 2012 LEWIS COUNTY BUDGET

BOCC Legal Notices — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 08:53:29 -0800

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BOCC MINUTES 10-31-11

BOCC Minutes — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 08:52:15 -0800

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NOH: 2012 ANNUAL CONTRUCTION PROGRAM AND STIP FOR 2012-2017

BOCC Legal Notices — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 13:15:13 -0700

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NOTICE: LIFTING RESTRICTIONS OF GROSS TONNAGE LIMITS ON FERRIER BRIDGE NO. 93

BOCC Legal Notices — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 13:01:04 -0700

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BOCC MINUTES 10-24-11

BOCC Minutes — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 12:54:21 -0700

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Notice of Hearing for the Proposed Six Year Transportation Improvement Program 2012-2017

Public Works Blog — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 16:41:47 -0700

Notice is Hereby given that the Board of County Commissioners proposes to adopt the Comprehensive Road and Bridge Construction Program for the 2012-2017 also known as the Six Year Transportation Program. For more information, please click here.

Call for Bid - One (1) Used Telehandler

Public Works Blog — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 13:32:57 -0700

A new project has been added to the Contract Ads and Calls for Bid page. Bids are due Nov. 8, 2011 at 11:00 am.

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BOCC MINUTES 10-17-11

BOCC Minutes — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 12:42:39 -0700

SD	2010	2011	% of Change
Centralia	$1,694,663,034	$1,760,100,687	3.86%
Pe Ell	$118,500,298	$134,273,855	13.31%
Rochester	$21,562,363	$22,123,075	2.60%
Oakville	$5,991,285	$6,377,184	6.44%
Overall Reval Change	$1,840,716,980	$1,922,874,801	4.46%
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Overall County Change	$6,727,726,942	$6,815,973,643	1.31%