Summary: General rate increase in Item 230, drop box disposal fees. On January 22, 2018, drop box disposal fees, set by the Spokane County, at the North County and Valley Transfer Stations increased from $7 for 280 pounds or less to $8 for 320 pounds or less and the minimum gate fee increased from $20 to $25 for 300 pounds or less. Annual drop box disposal revenues and expenses would increase by approximately $175 (0.2 percent). The company serves approximately 3 drop box customers in Spokane County. The company's last general rate increase became effective on January 1, 2015.