CLEARLAKE, Calif. – Gate fees at the Eastlake Landfill are increasing beginning this month to offset the costs of landfill operations and compliance regulations, according to the Lake County Public Services Department.

Effective July 2, the tonnage rates will be $59.33 per ton. Volume rates for loads up to three cubic yards will be $10 per cubic yard.

The minimum gate fee will be $10 with the exception of a single bag less than 96-gallons which will be $5 per bag. Other material-specific charges have changed, such as mattresses, couches and chairs.

Even with the approved increase, the Eastlake Landfill will have considerably lower rates than most surrounding landfills, county officials said.

The increased landfill rates will have an impact on curbside residential and commercial customers in Lake County.

Beginning in July residential customers can expect to see an increase in their billing statement for the pass-through cost of solid waste disposal at the Eastlake Landfill, Public Services reported.

More information on County franchise haulers, programs and recycling opportunities can be found on the county’s recycling Website at www.recycling.co.lake.ca.us.

Questions also can be directed to the Lake County Public Services Department at 707-262-1618.