Council Member Linda Lee inquires about the implementation and evaluation plans for the needle syringe buyback pilot program. Rebecca Linn-Walton explains the approach to location selection and program flexibility.

• Eight locations will be used for the pilot program
• Locations are selected based on areas with high syringe litter complaints
• Consideration is given to avoid proximity to schools, places of worship, and other sensitive areas
• Locations are planned to be about an hour apart to maximize coverage
• The department is open to adjusting the program as it progresses based on effectiveness
• The goal is to balance addressing high-need areas while being sensitive to community concerns