Summary: Less than statutory notice for tariff increase in Item 230, drop box disposal fees. On January 1, 2023, drop box disposal fees, set by the City of Bellingham, at the Vactor Waste Facility will increase from $147.36 per ton to $186.66 per ton. The Company serves approximately 28,000 customers in Whatcom County. The Company's last general rate increase became effective on June 1, 2021.