beyond waste

drug drop program

The Buffalo Police Department, in partnership with Wright County Environmental Services, is piloting an ongoing Drug Drop Program for all of Wright County to provide a secure and environmentally sound method of medication disposal.

In order to provide an alternative to tossing or flushing unwanted drugs, and allowing the possibility of them getting into the hands of children, please stop by the Police Department to dispose of your personal items safely and securely.

The Drop-Off Depository is located in the lobby of the Police Building. It is accessible during regular business hours. Leave the items in the original containers. If you wish, mark out any personal information on the containers, but please leave the name of the drug on the bottle.
All drop offs are anonymous and confidential.
NO QUESTIONS ASKED-JUST STOP AND DROP-

Items Not Accepted:

Needles

 

Thermometers

 

Bloody or infectious waste

 

Personal care products

 

Empty containers

 

Business waste

Items accepted:

Unused medications

 

Outdated medications

 

Any Illegal drugs or narcotics

 

Veterinary medications

 

Medical ointments & lotions

 

Liquid medication in glass or leak-proof containers

 

Household & personal medications only

For more information on household hazardous wastes and collection programs, contact our County Solid Waste Office. Solid Waste Administrator, Bill Stephens at 763/ 682-7331 or bill.stephens@co.wright.mn.us.

Other resources: US Geological Survey research on the presence of pharmaceuticals in the environment. US Environmental Protection Agency provides information on the potential environmental impacts of pharmaceuticals.

Lets work together to keep our community safe and clean.
Your community thanks you!