NW Illinois News

State Representative Bradley Fritts (R-Dixon) has announced that he will be hosting a prescription drug drop-off event on Saturday, May 4th from 9:00 am to 11:00 am. The event is set to take place in the parking lot of the Mendota Civic Center, situated at 1901 Tom Merwin Drive in Mendota.

"In partnership with the Mendota Police Department, Mendota Chamber of Commerce, and the City of Mendota, join us for a prescription drop-off drive to safely discard unwanted or expired medications," expressed Rep. Fritts. "Please consider stopping by this event to make our community safer!"

To ensure the safety of all participants, individuals are advised to remain in their vehicles and follow the marked lanes when entering and exiting the parking lot. The event aims to provide a convenient and secure way for community members to dispose of medications properly.

Accepted items for drop-off include tablets, capsules, patches, vaping devices and cartridges (lithium batteries removed), and pet medications. However, liquids, syringes, and needles are among the restricted items that will not be accepted during the event.

For those seeking more information about Representative Fritts and his initiatives, they are encouraged to visit RepFritts.com.

This initiative serves as a proactive step towards promoting a safer and healthier community by offering a responsible method for the disposal of medications.