FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, April 16th, 2026
CONTACT: Jordan Robinson, Public Safety PIO 208-846-7360 or [email protected]
Meridian Community Invited to Participate in National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day on April 25
MERIDIAN, ID – The Meridian Police Department, in partnership with the Meridian Anti-Drug Coalition (MADC) and Republic Services, is encouraging residents to take part in National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day on Saturday, April 25th, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
This spring’s collection event will be held at the Blue Cross of Idaho Headquarters, located at 3000 E. Pine Ave. in Meridian.
National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day is coordinated by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and provides communities across the country with a safe, anonymous way to dispose of unused or expired medications.
A Simple Step That Makes a Big Impact
Unused prescription medications left in homes can be vulnerable to misuse, theft, or accidental ingestion. Proper disposal helps reduce the risk of substance misuse and keeps medications from entering the water supply through improper disposal methods such as flushing or throwing them in the trash.
Meridian residents have consistently shown strong support for Take-Back initiatives, helping remove hundreds of pounds of medication from circulation each year.
What You Can Bring
Community members may drop off:
- Prescription medications (pills, capsules, patches)
- Over-the-counter medications
- Pet medications
- Vape and e-cigarette devices (lithium batteries must be removed prior to disposal due to fire risk)
Please note: Sharps, syringes, and loose lithium batteries will not be accepted.
Can’t Make It?
Year-round medication disposal is available at secure drop boxes inside:
- Meridian Police Department Central Station – 1401 E. Watertower St.
- Meridian Police Department Northwest Station – 4232 N. Owyhee Storm Ave.
(Lobbies are open Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
“We are always striving to keep Meridian safe and family-friendly,” said Chief Tracy Basterrechea. “This is another important opportunity to help families dispose of old or expired medications, keeping their children safe and preventing these medications from entering our water systems.”
For additional information about the April 25 Take-Back Day event, please call
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 147 police officers, and 45 non-sworn staff dedicated to making Meridian a great place to live, work and raise a family.
