FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Saturday, October 17th 2026
CONTACT: Jordan Robinson, Public Safety PIO 208-846-7360 or [email protected]
Meridian Anti-Drug Coalition and Republic Services Partner for DEA Sponsored Prescription Drug Take-Back Event
MERIDIAN, ID – The Meridian Anti-Drug Coalition (MADC), in collaboration with Republic Services, invites community members to participate in the upcoming Prescription Drug Take-Back Event on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will be held at Republic Services, 2130 W. Franklin Rd., Meridian, ID.
This drive-through event offers a secure and responsible way to dispose of expired, unused, and unwanted prescription medications, helping prevent them from falling into the wrong hands or harming the environment. The event is part of the DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day, a nationwide effort to combat prescription drug misuse and prevent potential abuse.
Why Participate?
Prescription drug misuse can begin at home. Safely disposing of medications that are no longer needed is a simple and effective way to reduce access to potentially dangerous medications and help prevent misuse.
Community members are encouraged to take this opportunity to clean out medicine cabinets and safely dispose of medications they no longer need. During last year’s Fall and Spring Take-Back Days, residents safely disposed of 1,246 pounds of medication. This number highlights the ongoing importance of safe medication disposal and community collaboration.
Additional Services & Resources
- Vape & E-Cigarette Disposal: Devices will be accepted; however, lithium batteries must be removed before drop-off. Lithium batteries pose a fire hazard and should be taken to a designated hazardous waste collection site.
- Year-round Medication Drop-off Locations: Can’t make it to the event? The Meridian Police Department provides secure medication disposal boxes at:
- Central Station: 1401 E. Watertower St.
- Northwest Station: 4232 N. Owyhee Storm
(Available Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; no sharps accepted.)
What Leaders Are Saying
“Each of us is responsible for prevention, in our home and in our community. Safely disposing of unused or expired medications is a simple way to reduce the risk of misuse in your home and is an important step in supporting a healthier, safer Meridian.” said Hailey Blogg, Director of the Meridian Anti-Drug Coalition.
For more information about this event, contact Meridian Anti-Drug Coalition Director Hailey Blogg at 208-846-7395.
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The Meridian Police Department’s mission is to provide the highest quality service in partnership with the community to preserve and protect life and property through education, prevention and enforcement. The department has 151 police officers, and 46 non-sworn staff dedicated to making Meridian a great place to live, work and raise a family.
