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Federal, State and Local Officials and Leaders Join Together in over 100 Events Across the Country to Mark National Methamphetamine Awareness Day
National Methamphetamine Awareness Day Events
Represent Largest Single-Day Educational Effort on the Dangers of
“Meth”
WASHINGTON — On Nov. 30, the Department of Justice, along with federal,
state and local officials and leaders, will sponsor the first National
Methamphetamine Awareness Day, the largest single nationwide education effort
to date warning against the dangers of using meth. On Nov. 27, President
George W. Bush issued a proclamation declaring Nov. 30, 2006 to be National
Methamphetamine Awareness Day as part of a nationwide effort to further
educate the American public about the effects of methamphetamine abuse on
American families and communities. Education and public outreach are at the
heart of the national drug control strategy, and National Methamphetamine
Awareness Day will play an important role in highlighting nationwide efforts
to increase awareness and decrease demand of this highly addictive and
dangerous drug.
As part of National Methamphetamine Awareness Day, Attorney General Alberto
R. Gonzales will host a panel discussion with leading experts to discuss the
impact that meth production and use has on individuals, the environment and
communities across the country. Additionally, over one hundred events will
be hosted by federal, state and local officials and leaders as part of the
nationwide effort to educate the American public about the damaging effects of
meth abuse.
National Methamphetamine Awareness Day is a coordinated effort not only to
reach potential meth users with a message of prevention, but also to educate
current users about the programs available to them. In order to increase the
impact of this message, the Department has partnered with a number of federal,
state and local governments, as well as with private sector and non-profit
entities, including the U.S. Department of Labor; U.S. Department of Health
and Human Services; U.S. Department of Interior; Office of National Drug
Control Policy; the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA); the Partnership for
a Drug-Free America; Boys & Girls Clubs of America; Community Anti-Drug
Coalitions of America; Fraternal Order of Police; National District Attorneys
Association; National Association of Attorneys General; National Sheriffs’
Association; International Association of Chiefs of Police; National
Organization for Victims Assistance; Inter-Association Task Force on Alcohol
and Other Substance Abuse Issues; American Council on Education; National
Association of Student Personnel Administrators; American College Health
Association; Association of Fraternity Advisors; and the National Panhellenic
Conference.
A comprehensive list of events led by federal law enforcement is below.
Additional events led by state and local officials and community leaders will
also take place around the nation, but are not listed here. For information
about these events, please contact the Department of Justice Office of
Intergovernmental and Public Liaison at 202-514-3465.
PARTICIPATING SENIOR DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE OFFICIALS:
Attorney General Alberto R. Gonzales
U.S. Department of
Justice
Attorney General Alberto R. Gonzales will lead a panel discussion with
federal, state and community leaders regarding the dangers of meth use and
what individuals and communities can do to address this very serious problem.
Panel participants will include: Dr. H. Westley Clark, Director of the Center
for Substance Abuse Treatment at the U.S. Department of Health and Human
Services; Attorney General Robert F. McDonnell of the Commonwealth of
Virginia; Deputy Assistant Administrator Joseph T. Rannazzisi of the U.S. Drug
Enforcement Administration; Vicki West Sickels, Research Counselor for Iowa
Health in Des Moines, Iowa; and Dr. Nora D. Volkow, Director of the National
Institute on Drug Abuse for the National Institutes of Health. The George
Washington University Medical Center is hosting this event.
Press inquiries regarding logistics should be directed to the
Office of Public Affairs at 202-514-2007.
Deputy Attorney General Paul J.
McNulty
U.S. Department of
Justice
Deputy Attorney General Paul J. McNulty will participate in a Meth awareness
presentation at Long & Foster Realtors in Centreville, Va. Deputy Attorney
General McNulty will be joined by Sergeant James Cox of the Fairfax County
Police Department and Eileen McLaughlin of the Fairfax County Public Schools
Safe & Drug Free Youth.
Press inquiries regarding logistics should be directed to the
Office of Public Affairs at 202-514-2007.
Assistant Attorney General Rachel
Brand
Office of Legal Policy
U.S. Department of
Justice
Assistant Attorney General Rachel Brand of the Office of Legal Policy will
participate in multiple events throughout her home state of Iowa as part of
National Methamphetamine Awareness Day. The events will include a press
conference with U.S. Attorney Matthew Whitaker of the Southern District of
Iowa and Iowa Drug Policy Coordinator Marv Van Haaften in Des Moines, Iowa; a
speech to the Iowa Drug Task Force Conference in Altoona, Iowa; a tour of
Mercy Rehab Center and Shelter for meth addicted women and mothers in Des
Moines, Iowa; and a presentation at the Panhellenic Council meeting at Iowa
State University.
Press inquiries regarding logistics should be directed to the
Office of Public Affairs at 202-514-2007.
Assistant Attorney General Alice
Fisher
Criminal Division
U.S. Department of
Justice
Assistant Attorney General Alice Fisher of the Criminal Division delivered
remarks at the 3rd Annual Drug Endangered Children Conference on Nov. 27, 2006
in Nashville, Tenn.
Press inquiries regarding details of the event should be directed
to the Office of Public Affairs at 202-514-2007.
UNITED STATES ATTORNEYS:
United States Attorney Leura
Garrett Canary
Middle District of Alabama
U.S. Attorney Leura Garrett Canary will participate in local television
interviews regarding meth abuse in the Middle District of Alabama. Local
stations include: WSFA (NBC), WAKA (ABC) and Alabama Public Television.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Middle District of Alabama contact Retta Goss at 334-223-7280.
United States Attorney Alice
H. Martin
Northern District of Alabama
U.S. Attorney Alice H. Martin of the Northern District of Alabama will
participate in educational programs about methamphetamine in several local
high schools on Nov. 30. Additional participants include the district
attorney’s offices and the DEA.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Northern District of Alabama contact Greg Dimler at 205-244-2001.
United States Attorney
Deborah J. Rhodes
Southern District of Alabama
U.S. Attorney Deborah J. Rhodes of the Southern District of Alabama will
host a Meth Awareness event and presentation at the Mobile Convention Center
from 8:30 A.M. EST until 4:30 P.M. EST. Additional participants will include
key federal law enforcement agency heads; the Executive Director of the Drug
Education Council; the Executive Director of Boys and Girls Clubs; along with
other local officers and partners.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Southern District of Alabama contact Charles McNichol at 251-441-5845.
United States Attorney Nelson
P. Cohen
District of Alaska
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Alaska, in partnership with
the DEA, Anchorage Police Department, and the District Attorney’s Office, will
participate in two educational events as part of National Meth Awareness Day.
First, the U.S. Attorney’s Office will participate in a presentation with the
chief pharmacists for each national pharmacy chain serving in the District of
Alaska to discuss current federal and state law, policies of pharmacy chains
and give an update on prosecution efforts. Second, the U.S. Attorney’s Office
will participate in an informational presentation to local college students
regarding the dangers of meth. Additionally, the U.S. Attorney’s Office and
their partners will pass out information to at-risk youth in the community.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the District of Alaska contact Chuck Farmer at 907-271-4274.
United States Attorney Paul
K. Charlton
District of Arizona
U.S. Attorney Paul K. Charlton of the District of Arizona will participate
in a radio interview and call-in show in Spanish with La Buena ONDA, KNUV-1190
on Nov. 28, and will participate in a radio interview on KTAR Phoenix FM radio
on Nov. 30. Additionally, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of
Arizona has partnered with the DEA to host a Methamphetamine Awareness Event
at Arizona State University to educate students on the relationship between
meth and violent crime and subsequent effects on communities, families and
children.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the District of Arizona contact Wyn Hornbuckle at 602-514-7500.
United States Attorney H.E. Bud Cummins
III
Eastern District of Arkansas
U.S. Attorney H.E. Bud Cummins III of the Eastern District of Arkansas will
host an event at the Arkansas State University on Nov. 30. Immediately
following the event, U.S. Attorney Cummins will host a press conference on the
progress made in fighting meth production and use in the Eastern District of
Arkansas and the problems that still exist. Additionally, the DEA will have
their mobile meth lab on hand to educate students.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Eastern District of Arkansas contact Assistant U.S. Attorney Tim Griffin
at 501-340-2673.
United States Attorney George
S. Cardona
Central District of California
U.S. Attorney George S. Cardona of the Central District of California will
host an event on Nov. 30 to emphasize the dangers of methamphetamine,
specifically the harmful effects of methamphetamine on mothers and children.
Assisting in this presentation will be representatives from state and local
law enforcement agencies, women’s shelters and the DEA.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Central District of California contact Timothy J. Searight at
213-894-2434.
United States Attorney
McGregor Scott
Eastern District of California
U.S. Attorney McGregor Scott of the Eastern District of California will
participate in an event with the California Department of Alcohol and Drug
Programs to highlight the reduction of meth super labs in the Central Valley
of California. Additionally, U.S. Attorney Scott will participate in
interviews with radio shows in Bakersfield, Fresno, Sacramento and Redding on
enforcement, prevention and treatment of the meth epidemic.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Eastern District of California contact U.S. Attorney McGregor Scott at
916-554-2700.
United States Attorney Carol
C. Lam
Southern District of California
U.S. Attorney Carol C. Lam of the Southern District of California will host
a media availability on Nov. 30 in order to generate awareness about the
damaging effects of meth abuse on individuals and families in the San Diego
community. The press event will provide important information regarding the
risks to women and children as well as focusing on the physical, psychological
and emotional dangers associated with methamphetamine. The event will highlight
the numerous law enforcement, prevention and education organizations’ successes
in the ongoing fight against methamphetamine trafficking and abuse.
Additional Participants will include: DEA Special Agent Dan
Simmons; Acting Special Agent In Charge (SAC) Alan Poleszak; Assistant Special
Agents In Charge (ASACs), 14 Assistant U.S. Attorneys from the Narcotics
Enforcement Section, as well as other federal, state and local agencies
involved in law enforcement and drug awareness programs; the Methamphetamine
Enforcement Team; and the Methamphetamine Laboratory Group. Also participating
from the U.S. Attorney’s Office are Timothy D. Coughlin, Chief of USAO
Narcotics Unit; Alana M. Wong, Deputy Chief of the Narcotics Unit; Assistant
U.S. Attorney Orlando B. Gutierrez; and an additional 13 USAO’s Narcotics
Attorneys. Tony Loya, National Coordinator of the National Methamphetamine
Chemical Initiative (NMCI), will be available for phone interviews.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Southern District of California contact Timothy D. Coughlin or Orlando B.
Gutierrez at 619-557-5610.
United States Attorney Kevin
Ryan
Northern District of California
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of California will
participate in a joint presentation with the DEA at the School of the Arts in
San Francisco.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
Colorado contact Luke Macaulay at 415-436-6757.
United States Attorney Troy
A. Eid
District of Colorado
U.S. Attorney Troy Eid of the District of Colorado will appear on local
television morning news programs and author an opinion editorial to discuss
the dangers of methamphetamine abuse in the state of Colorado. A breakfast
will be hosted by U.S. Attorney Eid and the Colorado District Attorney's
Council along with a presentation by a state meth task force regarding the
dangers of meth. Additional participants include local, state and federal law
enforcement.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
Colorado contact Jeff Dorschner at 303-454-0100.
United States Attorney Kevin
J. O’Connor
District of Connecticut
U.S. Attorney Kevin J. O’Conner of the District of Connecticut will hold a
press conference at 11:00 A.M EST in Hartford, Conn. Additional participants
will include Governor M. Jodi Rell; Chief State Attorney Kevin T. Kane;
Connecticut Commissioner of Public Safety Leonard C. Boyle; DEA Resident Agent
in Charge Brian Crowell; and Norwalk Police Chief Harry Rilling.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the District of Connecticut contact Tom Carson at 203-821-3722.
United States Attorney Colm
F. Connolly
District of Delaware
U.S. Attorney Colm F. Connolly of the District of Delaware will take part in
a public presentation regarding methamphetamine at the First State Community
Action Agency in Georgetown, Del. A representative from the DEA will give a
presentation discussing several aspects of methamphetamine production and use.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the District of Delaware contact Kimberlynn Reevees at 302-573-6277.
United States Attorney
Jeffrey A. Taylor
District of Columbia
U.S. Attorney Jeffrey A. Taylor of the District of Columbia will
participate in a public presentation about the dangers of methamphetamine,
both for users and the community, as well as demand reduction strategies.
Partners in this presentation include representatives from the DEA,
Metropolitan Police Department and the D.C. crystal meth working group.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the District Columbia contact Amy Jeffress at 202-514-7566.
United States Attorney Paul
Ignatius Perez
Middle District of Florida
U.S. Attorney Paul I. Perez of the Middle District of Florida will join U.S.
Attorney Lisa Godbey Wood of the Southern District of Georgia in a press
conference and presentation at the Southern States Investigators Meeting on
Thursday, Nov. 30 at the Jekyll Island Conference Center in Jekyll Island,
Ga. The Conference will bring together law enforcement from Florida, Georgia
and other southern states to discuss recent trends in drug enforcement,
including meth distribution.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Middle District of Florida contact Steven Cole at 813-274-6000.
United States Attorney
Gregory R. Miller
Northern District of Florida
U.S. Attorney Gregory R. Miller of the Northern District of Florida will
submit an editorial on the dangers of methamphetamine for publication in
newspapers throughout the district. Presentations will be made at Parent
Teacher Association meetings and Florida Department of Law Enforcement
training sessions. Additionally, the DEA will be distributing demand reduction
literature on the campuses of the University of West Florida in Pensacola and
Florida State University in Tallahassee. The Northern District of Florida
will issue a joint press release with the Florida Department of Law
Enforcement and DEA concerning National Meth Awareness Day events.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Northern District of Florida contact Karen Rhew at 850-942-8430.
United States Attorney R.
Alexander Acosta
Southern District of Florida
U.S. Attorney R. Alexander Acosta for the Southern District of Florida will
host a workshop presented in cooperation with the South Florida
Methamphetamine Task Force Group and the Center for the Administration of
Justice at Florida International University at the U.S. Attorney’s Office in
Miami. Featured speakers will include U.S. Attorney Acosta, DEA Special Agent
Dean Wolpert and Dr. David Fawcett.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Southern District of Florida contact Alicia Valle at 305-961-9000.
United States Attorney Frank
Maxwell Wood
Middle District of Georgia
U.S. Attorney Frank Maxwell Wood of the Middle District of Georgia will
sponsor a community event on Friday, Dec. 1, to give the public greater
insight into the dangers posed by the methamphetamine epidemic. The invitation
has been extended to the Rotary Club, Exchange Club, Career Woman’s Network,
American Association of University Women and Bibb County Principals and
Counselors.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Middle District of Georgia contact Sue McKinney at 478-621-2602.
United States Attorney David
E. Nahmias
Northern District of Georgia
U.S. Attorney David E. Nahmias will hold a press conference with
representatives from the DEA; Georgia Bureau of Investigation, Board of
Regents of the University System of Georgia Chancellor's Office; Georgia
Department of Education, Georgia Department of Human Resources Prevention
Services; Georgia Council on Substance Abuse; and the Georgia Foundation on
Nov. 30. The event will focus on the dangers that methamphetamine poses for
college students. An e-mail will be sent to college and university students in
Georgia warning them of the dangers of meth.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Northern District of Georgia contact Charysse Alexander at 404-581-6040.
United States Attorney Lisa
Godbey Wood
Southern District of Georgia
U.S. Attorney Lisa Godbey Wood will join with Director Vernon Keenan of the
Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) and U.S. Attorney Paul I. Perez of the
Middle District of Florida at a press conference and presentation on Thursday,
Nov. 30 at the Jekyll Island Conference Center in Jekyll Island, Ga. The
Conference brings together law enforcement from Florida, Georgia and other
southern states to discuss recent trends in drug enforcement including meth
distribution.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Southern District of Georgia contact Dan Drake at 912-652-4422.
United States Attorney
Leonardo M. Rapadas
District of Guam
U.S. Attorney Leonardo M. Rapadas of the District of Guam, together with
Tony Marquez, Resident Agent in Charge of the DEA and Governor Felix Camacho,
will host a public awareness outreach. U.S. Attorney Rapadas will also be
featured on local television station KUAM and will issue a press release on
the importance of combating meth.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the District of Guam contact U.S. Attorney Rapadas at 671-472-7332.
United States Attorney Edward
H. Kubo, Jr.
District of Hawaii
U.S. Attorney Edward H. Kubo, Jr. of the District of Hawaii and Hawaii Lt.
Governor James R. Aiona will hold an event at the Ala Moana Shopping Center.
Additional participants will include: Honolulu Mayor Mufi Hannemann; Associate
Special in Charge Anthony Williams of the DEA; and the Director of the
Anti-Drug Coalition of Hawaii. The Hawaii State Narcotics Division will set
up displays and distribute pamphlets at the event.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
Hawaii contact Elliot Enoki at 808-541-2850.
United States Attorney Tom
Moss
District of Idaho
U.S. Attorney Tom Moss of the District of Idaho will host a town hall
meeting at Boise State University at 12:00 P.M. CST on Nov. 30 entitled "Why
You Should Care about the Methamphetamine Problem." The meeting will focus on
the medical, economic and societal harms of methamphetamine, and its effects on
children and families. The one-hour presentation will feature Keith Weis of the
DEA, a slide show presentation by Assistant U.S. Attorney Monte Stiles and a
panelist who has just graduated from Idaho’s local drug court.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the District of Idaho contact Jean McNeil at 208-334-1211.
United States Attorney Rodger
A. Heaton
Central District of Illinois
U.S. Attorney Rodger A. Heaton of the Central District of Illinois will
issue a news release highlighting the district’s cooperative role in
increasing the local awareness and response to meth production.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Central District of Illinois contact Sharon Paul at 217-492-4450.
United States Attorney Randy
Massey
Southern District of Illinois
U.S. Attorney Randy Massey for the Southern District of Illinois hosted a
methamphetamine awareness class which was open to the public on Nov. 27.
Additional participants in this educational effort were members of the Illinois
State Police Methamphetamine Response Team and the Metropolitan Enforcement
Group of Southwestern Illinois.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Southern District of Illinois contact Ranley Killian at 618-628-3700.
United States Attorney Joseph
S. Van Bokkelen
Northern District of Indiana
U.S. Attorney Joseph S. Van Bokkelen of the Northern District of Indiana
will have a special informational session on Nov. 30 in South Bend, Ind. The
conference, "Community Analysis Process for Planning Strategies," will involve
teams from multiple jurisdictions throughout the Northern District of Indiana
consisting of law enforcement, community and civic organizations to
representatives from schools, municipal government and the local judiciary.
The purpose of the session is to assist executive teams to develop a
community-wide action plan based on needs using a comprehensive strategic
approach for addressing crime, violence and substance abuse.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Northern District of Indiana contact James Mesterharm at 219-937-5500.
United States Attorney Susan
W. Brooks
Southern District of Indiana
U.S. Attorney Susan W. Brooks of the Southern District of Indiana will host
an educational session for college students, followed by a panel discussion
and press conference at DePauw University in Greencastle, Ind. Participants
will include representatives from the Governor’s Office, the DEA, as well as
local partners.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Southern District of Indiana contact Mary Bippus at 317-226-6333.
United States Attorney
Charles W. Larson
Northern District of Iowa
U.S. Attorney Charles W. Larson of the Northern District of Iowa with hold a
press conference at the Novis Treatment Center in Cedar Rapids, Iowa – a
future outpatient treatment center for methamphetamine addicts. The purpose
of this press conference is to highlight the “Meth and More” educational
campaign that was developed in the Northern District of Iowa to bring awareness
to the dangers of methamphetamine. Additional participants include federal
and local law enforcement agents; representatives from the Iowa Office of Drug
Control Policy; and representatives from the Area Substance Abuse Information
Center and Novis Treatment Center.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Northern District of Iowa contact Bob Teig at 319-363-6333.
United States Attorney Matt
Whitaker
Southern District of Iowa
U.S. Attorney Matt Whitaker of the Southern District of Iowa will host a
media conference at 10:00 A.M. CST at the state capitol in Des Moines, Iowa.
Additional participants will include Assistant Attorney General Rachel Brand of
the Office of Legal Policy; Iowa Attorney General Tom Miller; Kevin Techau,
Commissioner of the Iowa Department of Public Safety; and Marv VanHaaften,
Director of the Governor’s Office of Drug Control Policy. At 12:00 P.M. CST,
U.S. Attorney Whitaker will deliver an address at the State Drug Task Force
Conference. A visit to House of Mercy, a women’s drug treatment center, is also
scheduled.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Southern District of Iowa contact Al Overbaugh at 515-284-6283.
United States Attorney Eric
F. Melgren
District of Kansas
U.S. Attorney Eric F. Melgren for the District of Kansas hosts the Kansas
Methamphetamine Summit on Nov. 28 and 29 at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Wichita
Kan. U.S. Attorney Melgren will appear on Cox Cable Channel 7 in a
video-taped ceremony with Wichita Mayor Carlos Mayans, Wichita Police Chief
Norman Williams and Sedgwick County Sheriff Gary Steed to receive a
proclamation by the Wichita City Council declaring Meth Awareness Day. The
District of Kansas will issue a press release regarding methamphetamine on
Nov. 30, and U.S. Attorney Melgren will be available for media interviews.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the District of Kansas contact Jim Cross at 316-269-6481.
United States Attorney Amul
R. Thapar
Eastern District of Kentucky
U.S. Attorney Amul R. Thapar of the Eastern District of Kentucky will host
National Methamphetamine Awareness Day events at Toyota Motor Manufacturing,
the Rotunda of the State Capitol, and at the University of Kentucky.
Partners for the events will include the Kentucky Office of Drug Control
Policy and the Drug Endangered Child Training Network. Additional participants
will include Assistant U.S. Attorney Hydee Hawkins; Law Enforcement Coordinator
Danny Smith; Public Information Officer Courtney Yopps; and Cindy Long,
Secretary to the U.S. Attorney.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Eastern District of Kentucky contact Hydee Hawkins at 859-233-2661
extension 274.
United States Attorney David
L. Huber
Western District of Kentucky
U.S. Attorney David L. Huber of the Western District of Kentucky will hold a
press conference to discuss National Methamphetamine Awareness Day with DEA
representatives at 10:00 A.M. CST in Louisville, Ky.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Western District of Kentucky contact Phil Chance at 502-582-5911.
United States Attorney Jim
Letten
Eastern District of Louisiana
U.S. Attorney Jim Letten of the Eastern District of Louisiana will
participate in two interviews with four local television stations during the
week of National Meth Awareness Day along with DEA Special Agent in Charge
William J. Renton, Jr.
Local stations include: WVUE (Fox); WGNO (ABC); WWL TV (CBS); and WDSU
(NBC).
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Eastern District of Louisiana contact Kathy English at 504-680-3000.
United States Attorney Donald
W. Washington
Western District of Louisiana
U.S. Attorney Donald W. Washington will be available for media interviews on
Nov. 30. The DEA Shreveport office will give presentations at Northwestern
State University (Natchitoches/Alexandria), Louisiana State University
Shreveport (Shreveport), Bossier Parish Community College (Bossier City),
Grambling State University (Grambling/Ruston), and the University of Louisiana
at Monroe (Monroe).
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Western of Louisiana contact Vicki Chance at 318-676-3600.
United States Attorney
Rod J. Rosenstein
District of Maryland
U.S. Attorney Rod J. Rosenstein of the District of Maryland will host a
press conference with representatives from the DEA and local law enforcement
to raise awareness about the dangers of methamphetamine, how to recognize it
in your community, and what to do about it. The event will take place at the
U.S. Attorney’s Office in Baltimore.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the District of Maryland contact Vickie LeDuc at 410-209-4800.
United States Attorney
Michael J. Sullivan
District of Massachusetts
U.S. Attorney Michael J. Sullivan of the District of Massachusetts will
partner with the DEA to make presentations to high school students in
Springfield, Worchester and Boston. Participants will include local District
Attorneys and Police Chiefs. DEA and U.S. Attorney’s Office representatives
from the District of Massachusetts will make appearances on various radio
programs in the Commonwealth and give interviews to local television
stations.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the District of Massachusetts contact Samantha Martin at 617-748-3139 or
Christina Sterling at 617-748-3356.
United States Attorney Paula
Silsby
District of Maine
U.S. Attorney Paula Silsby of the District of Maine will issue a joint press
release with the Maine Attorney General which will summarize local prevention
efforts, including enacted legislation to place pseudophedrine behind pharmacy
counters, a National Alliance for Drug Endangered Children Conference, and
recent cross training efforts with drug agents and child protective workers.
The District of Maine will also host a presentation at both the Portland and
Bangor offices entitled “A Community Partnership Approach to Addressing
Methamphetamine.”
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the District of Maine contact Mark Terison at 207-780-3257.
United States Attorney Stephen J.
Murphy, III
Eastern District of Michigan
U.S. Attorney Stephen J. Murphy, III of the Eastern District of Michigan
will partner with U.S. Attorney Margaret M. Chiara of the Western District of
Michigan in a state-wide press conference. Additional participants include
Colonel Peter C. Munoz, Director of the Michigan State Police; Director Donald
L. Allen, Jr. of the State of Michigan Office of Drug Control Policy; Deputy
Director Mary Anne Solberg of the Office of National Drug Control Policy;
Director Abraham Azzam of the Michigan HIDTA; and Special Agent in Charge
Robert Corso of the DEA’s Detroit Division.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Eastern District of Michigan contact U.S. Attorney Stephen J. Murphy at
313-226-9100.
United States Attorney
Margaret M. Chiara
Western District of Michigan
U.S. Attorney Margaret Chiara of the Western District of Michigan will
partner with U.S. Attorney Stephen J. Murphy of the Eastern District of
Michigan in a state-wide press conference and will issue a press release for
all media in the Western District of Michigan. Additionally, Assistant U.S.
Attorney Niles Kessler will participate in a press open house in the Grand
Rapids U.S. Attorney’s Office along with the DEA. Press kits will be
distributed to tribal newspapers located east of the Mississippi River, and
the Battle Creek Weed and Seed volunteers will hold a press conference with
Assistant U.S. Attorney Kessler. Additional participants include Colonel Peter
C. Munoz, Director of the Michigan State Police; Director Donald L. Allen Jr.
of the State of Michigan Office of Drug Control Policy; Deputy Director Mary
Anne Solberg of the Office of National Drug Control Policy; Director Abraham
Azzam of the Michigan High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas; and Special Agent
in Charge Robert Corso of the DEA’s Detroit Division.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Western District of Michigan contact Kaye Hooker at 616-456-2404.
United States Attorney Rachel
K. Paulose
District of Minnesota
U.S. Attorney Rachel K. Paulose of the District of Minnesota will join a panel
of prevention and intervention specialists, including representatives from the
Hazelden Foundation, to provide a "meth update" to an audience of 75 community,
law enforcement and social service leaders. The event will be hosted by the
Chisago County Meth Task Force. Speakers will highlight what has been done
to date at the state and federal levels to address the meth problem. They
also will discuss the need to develop multi-disciplinary approaches to deal
with the problem in the future.
In addition, U.S. Attorney Paulose will join Minnesota Department of Public
Safety Commissioner Michael Campion in writing an article that will appear on
the editorial page of the St. Paul Pioneer Press on Nov. 28 to preview
National Meth Awareness Day.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in Minnesota
contact Jeanne F. Cooney at 612-664-5611.
United States Attorney Jim M.
Greenlee
Northern District of Mississippi
U.S. Attorney Jim M. Greenlee will participate in three press conferences
with Assistant U.S Attorneys Charles W. Spillers and Curtis Ivy from the
Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force. The first will be held on Nov. 30
in West Point, Miss., at 9:00 A.M. CST. Participants will include the
Mississippi Bureau of Narcotics, the DEA, the West Point Chief of Police and
Oktibbeha County Sheriff. The second conference will be held in Tupelo,
Miss., at 11:00 A.M. CST. Participants will include the Mississippi Bureau of
Narcotics, the DEA, the Tupelo Chief of Police and the Lee County Sheriff. At
2:00 P.M. CST, a final press conference will be held in Greenwood, Miss.,
with the DEA, Greenwood Chief of Police and the Leflore County Sheriff.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Northern District of Mississippi contact David Crews at 662-234-3351.
United States Attorney Dunn
O. Lampton
Southern District of Mississippi
U.S. Attorney Dunn O. Lampton of the Southern District of Mississippi will
sponsor a presentation to students at Mississippi College in Clinton, Miss.,
and distribute informational materials to local news outlets. Additionally, a
press release highlighting recent district activity combating meth will be
issued.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Southern District of Mississippi contact Sheila Wilbanks at 601-965-4480.
United States Attorney
Catherine L. Hanaway
Eastern District of Missouri
U.S. Attorney Catherine L. Hanaway will speak before the Missouri Kiwanis
Club in Moberly Mo. and the Missouri Teachers Association in Hannibal, Mo., on
Wednesday, Nov. 29 U.S. Attorney Hanaway will also speak with AT&T employees in
St. Louis on Thursday, Nov. 30. Additionally, the Eastern District of
Missouri will issue a press release outlining the successes of the
Methamphetamine Initiative.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Eastern District of Missouri contact Jan Diltz at 314-539-7719.
United States Attorney
Bradley J. Schlozman
Western District of Missouri
U.S. Attorney Bradley J. Scholzman of the Western District of Missouri will
participate in a series of speaking events to high school students on Nov. 30.
Additional participants include local police and narcotics investigators. The
Western District of Missouri has partnered with the Oak Grove Police
Department, Jackson County Drug Task Force, and Oak Grove High School to
raise awareness about meth abuse.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Western District of Missouri contact Gregg Coonrod at 816-426-4234.
United States Attorney
William Mercer
District of Montana
U.S. Attorney William Mercer of the District of Montana will conduct a media
forum on Nov. 30 regarding methamphetamine prevention, enforcement and
treatment. Participants will include: Mental Health Center; the Rimrock
Foundation; City Drug Court; County Drug Court; the Montana Meth Project and
the DEA. Other event participants include First Assistant U.S. Attorney Kurt
G. Alme; Assistant U.S. Attorney Marcia K. Hurd; and Sally K. Frank, Secretary
to U.S. Attorney Mercer.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the District of Montana contact First Assistant U.S. Attorney Kurt G. Alme at
406-247-4638.
United States Attorney Joe W.
Stecher
District of Nebraska
U.S. Attorney Joe W. Stecher will co-host a press conference at 1:00 P.M.
CST with Nebraska Governor Dave Heineman. Presentations will also take place
at local colleges and high schools. Additional participants include the
Nebraska Attorney General Jon Bruning; Omaha Police Chief Thomas Warren; the
Nebraska State Patrol; DEA and FBI Special Agents in Charge; PRIDE Omaha; and
representatives from the North and South Omaha Boys and Girls Clubs.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the District of Nebraska contact Joe Jeanette at 402-661-3725.
U.S. Attorney Daniel G.
Bogden
District of Nevada
U.S. Attorney Daniel G. Bogden of the District of Nevada will coordinate
efforts between the U.S. Attorney’s Office, the DEA and Nevada’s Department of
Public Safety to give educational presentations to schools throughout the
district regarding methamphetamine awareness.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the District of Nevada contact Pam Martin at 702-388-6336.
United States Attorney Thomas
P. Colantuono
District of New Hampshire
U.S. Attorney Thomas P. Colantuono of the District of New Hampshire will
host a press conference with the DEA announcing the seizure of
methamphetamine. Additionally, panel discussions will be presented at the New
Hampshire Community Technical College in Stratham, N.H. and at the University
of New Hampshire in Durham, N.H.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the District of New Hampshire contact Linda Tomlinson at 603-225-1552.
United States Attorney
Christopher J. Christie
District of New Jersey
U.S. Attorney Christopher J. Christie will facilitate a program on Nov. 30
involving presentations targeted to first responders who may enter clandestine
methamphetamine labs while performing their duties. The program will include a
discussion of the meth problem in the United States and the role of the media
in assisting law enforcement in combating the meth problem through prevention.
DEA meth lab specialists will discuss meth labs in general, with a focus on how
to identify a meth lab.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
New Jersey contact Mike Drewniak at 973-645-2877.
United States Attorney David
C. Iglesias
District of New Mexico
U.S. Attorney David C. Iglesias of the District of New Mexico will announce
efforts to coordinate distribution of the "Just Think Twice" classroom
curriculum to New Mexico's schools and tribal and local law enforcement agency
contacts within the district. On Nov. 30, the State Drug Czar is also hosting a
round table discussion on methamphetamine abuse in New Mexico. The panel
will include the DEA, the U.S. Attorney’s Office, the White House Office of
National Drug Control Policy, the State Drug Czar, and various prevention and
treatment professionals.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
New Mexico contact Norman Cairns at 505-224-1521.
United States Attorney
Roslynn R. Mauskopf
Eastern District of New York
U.S. Attorney Roslynn R. Mauskopf will participate in a press conference
hosted by the DEA regarding methamphetamine abuse and production in the
Eastern District of New York. Partners in the event are the DEA and the
Suffolk County Police Department.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Eastern District of New York contact Robert Nordoza at 718-259-6323.
United States Attorney
Terrance P. Flynn
Western District of New York
U.S. Attorney Terrance P. Flynn of the Western District of New York will
partner with DEA and area hospitals to host an educational event at Hilbert
College in Hamburg, N.Y., to provide information to college students about
the dangers of methamphetamine use.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Western District of New York contact Peggy McFarland at 716-843-5700.
United States Attorney George
E.B. Holding
Eastern District of North Carolina
U.S. Attorney George E.B. Holding of the Eastern District of North Carolina
will hold a press conference at 3:00 P.M. EST on Nov. 30, to discuss the
problems of methamphetamine abuse. Additional participants will include DEA
Resident Agent in Charge (RAC) Donny Hansen of the Raleigh Resident Office,
DEA RAC Emmett Highland of the Wilmington Resident Office, N.C. State Bureau
of Investigation Assistant Director Jerry Ratley, Johnston County Sheriff
Steve Bizzelle, Harnett County Sheriff Larry Rollins, and Sampson County
Sheriff Jimmy Thornton.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Eastern District of North Carolina contact Elisabeth Regan at
919-856-4845.
United States Attorney Anna
Mills Wagoner
Middle District of North Carolina
U.S. Attorney Anna Mills Wagoner of the Middle District of North Carolina
will participate in scheduled events at the Guilford County Jail in
Greensboro, N.C., and Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC). U.S.
Attorney Wagoner will talk about the dangers of methamphetamine with female
prisoners housed in the Guilford County Jail. In addition, the Department of
Justice Meth 101 video will be shown. The video will also be shown to a number
of classes at GTCC. Press releases and press conferences are also planned.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Middle District of North Carolina contact U.S. Attorney Anna Mills Wagoner
at 336-333-5351.
United States Attorney
Gretchen C.F. Shappert
Western District of North Carolina
U.S. Attorney Gretchen C.F. Shappert will participate in a morning press
conference in Hendersonville, N.C., to emphasize the problem of imported
methamphetamine and the scope of the joint law enforcement efforts in
Henderson County. U.S. Attorney Shappert will also address 7th graders at
East Junior High School in Marion, N.C. A second press conference will
emphasize the problem of local methamphetamine production, the successes
currently being experienced as a result of concentrated and coordinated law
enforcement efforts, and the positive impact of the passage of North Carolina
state laws restricting the availability of necessary ingredients for meth
production.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Western District of North Carolina contact Suellen Pierce at
704-344-6222.
United States Attorney Drew
H. Wrigley
District of North Dakota
U.S. Attorney Drew H. Wrigley of the District of North Dakota will
participate in a local radio interview with WDAY-AM Radio.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
North Dakota contact Julie Hough at 701-297-7400.
United States Attorney
Gregory A. White
Northern District of Ohio
U.S. Attorney Gregory A. White will hold a press conference at the Bureau of
Criminal Investigation at the Ohio Peace Officer Training Center in Richfield,
Ohio. A short video will be shown. Additional participants will be
representatives of the county prosecutors and county Sheriffs from Cuyahoga,
Summit and Ashtabula Counties; and local and state law enforcement officials.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Northern District of Ohio contact William J. Edwards at 216-622-3600.
United States Attorney
Sheldon J. Sperling
Eastern District of Oklahoma
U.S. Attorney Sheldon J. Sperling of the Eastern District of Oklahoma will
speak to community leaders at an event hosted by Moskogee Rotary Club to
discuss the history of meth in the Eastern District of Oklahoma.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in the Eastern
District of Oklahoma contact Sheldon Sperling at 918-684-5100.
United States Attorney David
E. O'Meilia
Northern District of Oklahoma
U.S. Attorney David E. O’Meilia will participate in a public presentation on
methamphetamine awareness entitled “Meth 360” on Nov. 30 from 4:00 P.M. CST
until 6:00 P.M. CST at Tulsa Public Schools. The “Meth 360” program has made
approximately 18 meth awareness presentations over the past three months to
various groups in the Tulsa area.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Northern District of Oklahoma contact Randal Edgmon at 918-382-2730.
United States Attorney John
C. Richter
Western District of Oklahoma
U.S. Attorney John Richter will hold a press conference with the DEA Special
Agent in Charge and the Director of the Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics (OBN). The
press conference will include a briefing on meth facts, a show and tell with a
drug dog, and the OBN's model meth lab. U.S. Attorney Richter will also be
interviewed live on KOKC talk radio program "Reid Mullins In The Morning With
Oklahoma's First News."
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Western District of Oklahoma contact Bob Troester at 405-553-8809.
U.S. Attorney Karin J.
Immergut
District of Oregon
U.S. Attorney Karin J. Immergut will hold a press conference to highlight
past achievements and future goals in fighting meth abuse and participate in a
presentation of Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) awards to the
Oregon Governor's Meth Task Force and to the Oregon Board of Pharmacy.
Additional participants include the Oregon Governor's Office, Oregon Governor's
Meth Task Force, Oregon Board of Pharmacy, ONDCP, DEA, Oregon Narcotics
Enforcement Association, Oregon Alliance for Drug Endangered Children, Oregon
Partnership, and Oregon Criminal Justice Commission.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the District of Oregon contact Diane Peterson at 503-727-l066.
United States Attorney
Patrick L. Meehan
Eastern District of Pennsylvania
U.S. Attorney Patrick L. Meehan of the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, in
cooperation with the DEA, will hold a Clan Lab response drill in the borough of
Doylestown in Bucks County, Pa. The DEA will set up a mock meth lab in the
garage of a Doylestown residence and local police, fire and DEA officials will
respond. U.S. Attorney Meehan, the DEA Special in Agent in Charge, and
representatives from local fire, police and government will hold a press
conference following the demonstration. The conference will highlight the
dangers associated with meth and clandestine laboratories. It will also
advise the public on what to do if they suspect a meth lab is located in their
neighborhood. At the close of the press conference, a one hour presentation by
the DEA and Bucks County Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence will be
offered to the public. Also in attendance will be a 10th grade class from a
local high school.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Eastern District of Pennsylvania contact Jim Schultz at
215-861-8449.
United States Attorney Thomas
A. Marino
Middle District of Pennsylvania
U.S. Attorney Thomas A. Marino of the Middle District of Pennsylvania will
issue a press release tying the national event to local enforcement efforts in
conjunction with federal, state and local partners.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Middle District of Pennsylvania contact Heidi Havens at 570-348-2800.
United States Attorney Mary
Beth Buchanan
Western District of Pennsylvania
U.S. Attorney Mary Beth Buchanan for the Western District of Pennsylvania
will partner with the DEA, the Pennsylvania Attorney General's Office Drug
Demand Reduction Unit, and the Crawford County District Attorney's Office and
Coroner's Office to sponsor a Meth Awareness Seminar at 7:00 P.M. EST at
Linesville High School in Linesville, Pa. In the Pittsburgh area the U.S.
Attorney's Office, the DEA and City of Duquesne Police Department will sponsor
a Community Crime Watch Seminar at 6:30 P.M. EST. This program will focus on
the damaging effects of methamphetamine use on individuals, families and
communities.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Erie area contact Assistant U.S. Attorney Marshall Piccinini at
814-452-2906. For information on events in the Pittsburgh area contact
Assistant U.S. Attorney Stephen Kaufman at 412-894-7377.
United States Attorney Robert
Clark Corrente
District of Rhode Island
U.S. Attorney Robert Clark Corrente will hold a joint press conference and
issue a release announcing the formation of a state-wide methamphetamine
working group. The District of Rhode Island will partner with the Rhode Island
State Department of Mental Health, Retardation and Hospitals; Rhode Island
Substance abuse treatment, Detoxification, Methadone Maintenance, and
Methadone Detoxification; DEA; Rhode Island State Attorney General's Office;
Rhode Island Department of Corrections; and the Rhode Island Department of
Health to combat the meth epidemic.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the District of Rhode Island contact Hollie Capuano at 401-709-5000.
United States Attorney
Reginald Lloyd
District of South Carolina
U.S. Attorney Reginald Lloyd of the District of South Carolina co-sponsored
a press conference on Wednesday, Nov. 28, and will issue a press release on
Nov. 30 discussing the methamphetamine problem and community outreach efforts.
A conference will be held Nov. 27-30 at the Embassy Suites Hotel in Myrtle
Beach, S.C. Assistant U.S. Attorney Regan Pendleton led a discussion group on
Nov. 28, and U.S. Attorney Reginald Lloyd served as luncheon speaker on that
same date. Following U.S. Attorney Lloyd's speech, a press conference
involving South Carolina Attorney General Henry McMaster, DEA Assistant
Special Agent in Charge John Ozaluk and heads of the conference's agency
co-sponsors was held.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the District of South Carolina contact Assistant U.S. Attorney Mark Moore at
803-929-3062.
United States Attorney Martin
J. Jackley
District of South Dakota
U.S. Attorney Martin J. Jackley of the District of South Dakota will appear
with Governor Mike Rounds and South Dakota Attorney General Larry Long at a
joint press conference on Nov. 30. Additionally, U.S Attorney Jackley will
participate in presentations at local high schools and women's shelters.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
South Dakota contact Mark Salter at 605-330-4400.
United States Attorney James
R. Dedrick
Eastern District of Tennessee
U.S. Attorney James R. Dedrick will join the Tennessee Methamphetamine Task
Force to launch a campaign entitled “Stop Meth in Tennessee, Start Right
Now,” at a press conference at the Grundy County Courthouse in Altamont, Tenn.
The Tennessee Methamphetamine Task Force consists of members from state and
local law enforcement agencies, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, the
Tennessee National Guard Counterdrug Division, the Tennessee Highway Patrol,
the District Attorneys of Tennessee, the DEA, and the U.S. Attorney’s Offices
for the Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of Tennessee.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Eastern District of Tennessee contact Gregg Sullivan at 423-752-5140.
United States Attorney Craig
Morford
Middle District of Tennessee
U.S. Attorney Craig Morford will participate in a press conference on Nov.
30 that will address missed opportunities for intervention and how to take the
steps to create alliances against meth abuse in the community.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Middle District of Tennessee contact David Boling at 615-736-5151.
United States Attorney David
Kustoff
Western District of Tennessee
U.S. Attorney David Kustoff will conduct a radio interview on WNWS Talk
Radio
on Nov. 30, and will speak on behalf of 20 agencies involved in the Western
Tennessee Methamphetamine Task Force, which include chiefs, sheriffs, district
attorneys and agents from throughout the Western District of Tennessee.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Western District of Tennessee contact U.S. Attorney David Kustoff or Leigh
Anne Jordan at 901-544-4231.
United States Attorney
Matthew D. Orwig
Eastern District of Texas
U.S. Attorney Matthew D. Orwig of the Eastern District of Texas will hold a
press conference in which he will present a Certificate of Appreciation to
state representatives who introduced legislation limiting over-the-counter
pseudophrine sales. There will also be a press conference held in Beaumont,
Texas, including speeches from a former meth addict, health officials, and a
law enforcement officer. In Sherman, Texas local health officials and law
enforcement officers will speak about meth.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Eastern District of Texas contact Davilyn Brackin at 409-839-2538.
United States Attorney
Richard B. Roper III
Northern District of Texas
U.S. Attorney Richard B. Roper III of the Northern District of Texas will
sponsor a program, along with the DEA, to generate public awareness on the
damaging effects of meth abuse on individuals, families and communities. At
the program, DEA chemists will conduct a demonstration of manufacturing meth,
and will offer tours of the DEA truck lab.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Northern District of Texas contact Kathy Colvin at 214-659-8707.
United States Attorney Donald
J. DeGabrielle, Jr.
Southern District of Texas
U.S Attorney Donald J. DeGabrielle Jr. will host an educational symposium
with students from three local universities as well as local law enforcement
partners. Remarks will be delivered by U.S. Attorney DeGabrielle and Special
Agent in Charge James Craig of the DEA.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Southern District of Texas contact Nancy Herrera at 713-567-9000.
United States Attorney Johnny
K. Sutton
Western District of Texas
U.S. Attorney Johnny K. Sutton of the Western District of Texas has
presentations scheduled at the following local schools on Nov. 30: Cedar Park
High School St. Phillip’s College University of Texas at Austin Downtown
campus, University of Texas at Margaret Tobin Avenue, Harlandale Middle
School, and Regan High School. Additional participants include the DEA, San
Antonio Police Department, Texas National Guard, San Antonio Fighting Back,
San Antonio Council on Alcohol & Drug Abuse, and the University of Texas San
Antonio Alcohol & Drug Task Force.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Western District of Texas contact Shana Jones at 210-384-7100.
United States Attorney Brett
L. Tolman
District of Utah
U.S. Attorney Brett L. Tolman will host a series of training sessions which
will be held at the Salt Lake City Library Auditorium. The topics include
Treatment Options, Effects on the Brain and Behavior, The Psychological
Effects of Meth on Children, Preventing Substance Abuse, and Methamphetamine:
An International Perspective. DARE officers will focus on meth prevention and
education issues in Utah school classes on National Methamphetamine Awareness
Day, as well.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
Utah contact Barbara Bearnson or Melodie Rydalch at 801-524-5682.
United States Attorney Thomas
D. Anderson
District of Vermont
U.S. Attorney Thomas D. Anderson of the District of Vermont will issue a
joint press release with the Vermont State Police regarding the dangers of
meth and the steps being taken at the federal and state levels to combat meth
use and production.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
Vermont contact Jeanine M. Blais at 802-951-6725.
United States Attorney Chuck
Rosenberg
Eastern District of Virginia
U.S. Attorney Chuck Rosenberg will participate in an assembly at West
Potomac Academy in Fairfax County, Va., as part of the events on
Methamphetamine Awareness Day. The assembly will be followed by a press
conference at 11:00 A.M. EST.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Eastern District of Virginia contact Jim Rybicki at 703-299-3700.
United States Attorney John
L. Brownlee
Western District of Virginia
U.S. Attorney John L. Brownlee will be the moderator and host for a panel
discussion and the viewing of a "Meth Kills" video that will be held at the
Boys and Girls Clubs for Harrisonburg and Rockingham County. "Meth Kills" is a
13-minute video produced by U.S. Attorneys Office for the Western District of
Virginia and is currently being distributed to every high school in Virginia,
warning kids to stay away from methamphetamine. U.S. Attorney Brownlee will be
available for media interviews.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Western District of Virginia contact Heidi Coy at 540-857-2250.
United States Attorney James
A. McDevitt
Eastern District of Washington
U.S. Attorney James A. McDevitt has scheduled a press conference on Nov. 30
at 3:00 P.M. PST to address the meth problem in the community and answer
questions from the press. The office has partnered with local non-profit
organizations and the DEA to run a full-page color ad on Meth Awareness and
will coordinate a feature article in the local newspaper focusing on the local
Drug Endangered Children (DEC) program. Additional press conference
participants include DEA Resident Agent in Charge Scott Hanten, Spokane County
Sheriff Ozzie Knezovich, Spokane Police Chief Anne Kirkpatrick, as well as
representatives of the Washington State Patrol, the Greater Spokane Substance
Abuse Council, and Partners with Families and Children.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Eastern District of Washington contact Thomas Rice at 509-353-2767.
United States Attorney John
McKay
Western District of Washington
U.S. Attorney John McKay for the Western District of Washington, along with
the DEA, will be providing speakers at a variety of venues including a
university Rotary event in Seattle.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Western District of Washington contact Emily Langlie at 206-553-7970.
United States Attorney Sharon
L. Potter
Northern District of West Virginia
U.S. Attorney Sharon L. Potter will participate in a presentation at
Wheeling Jesuit University to a Risk Prevention Wellness class of
approximately 50 students, resident advisors and professors. There will be a
Wheeling Intelligencer newspaper insert written by student reporters for "Teen
Line" entitled, "A Teen's Perspective on Meth," and employees of the U.S.
Attorney’s Office will distribute pamphlets about meth awareness at local
venues. There will also be a presentation to students at Wheeling Park High
School in the Substance Abuse Health Classes.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Northern District of West Virginia contact George Fahey at 304-234-0100.
United States Attorney
Charles T. Miller
Southern District of West Virginia
U.S. Attorney Charles T. Miller will participate in presentations to the
employees of American Electric Power in North Charleston, W.V., and to
college students and staff at West Virginia State University in Institute,
W.V.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Southern District of West Virginia contact Deanna Eder at 304-340-2390.
United States Attorney Steven
M. Biskupic
Eastern District of Wisconsin
U.S. Attorney Steven M. Biskupic of the Eastern District of Wisconsin will
host a press conference in conjunction with the DEA that will focus on
methamphetamine lab awareness and demand reduction strategies. Local and state
law enforcement will also participate in the press conference.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Eastern District of Wisconsin contact Bill Lipscomb at 414-297-1700.
United States Attorney Erik
Peterson
Western District of Wisconsin
U.S. Attorney Erik Peterson will appear on WEAU-TV's morning show in Eau
Claire, the largest city in northwest Wisconsin and the area hardest hit by
meth in the Western District. He will be interviewed on WAYY radio between
8:20 A.M. CST and 9:00 A.M. CST, and WAXX radio which will be aired on six
radio affiliates covering 27 counties in northwest and north central
Wisconsin.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the Western District of Wisconsin contact Myra Longfield at 608-250-5461.
United States Attorney
Matthew Mead
District of Wyoming
U.S. Attorney Matthew Mead will participate in radio talk shows in the
Cheyenne media market regarding the meth problems encountered throughout the
District and in Indian Country, and will join Governor Dave Freudenthal in a
news conference scheduled to be held at the Historic Union Pacific Depot in
Cheyenne. Governor Freudenthal will sign a proclamation designating Nov. 30 as
Wyoming Methamphetamine Awareness Day. They will be joined by Mr. Mike Johnson,
the head of a successful community-based meth imitative in Uinta County, Wyo.
U.S. Attorney Mead and Governor Freudenthal will be joined at the
news conference by the Wyoming Attorney General, various state legislators,
the Director of the Wyoming Department of Health, the Special Agent in Charge
of the DEA, the Director of the Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation,
the Cheyenne Chief of Police, the Sheriff of Laramie County, representatives
of community based meth initiatives from selected communities throughout the
state, and other community and state leaders.
For more information about National Meth Awareness Day events in
the District of Wyoming contact Tony Young and John Powell at 307-772-2124.
DRUG ENFORCEMENT ADMINISTRATION:
ATLANTA DIVISION
Atlanta Division
Office
On Nov. 30, state and federal law enforcement will participate in a joint
press event at the state capitol. Additionally, the State Chancellor's Office
will disseminate a mass e-mail to all college students in the state of
Georgia. The Chancellor’s Office has responsibility over all public health
institutions and affiliates. This e-mail will inform students of the dangers
associated with meth. There will also be several links: one that provides more
in-depth information about meth and another that lists treatment resources. See
the U.S. Attorney section for details and point of contact for press
inquiries.
Charlotte
District Office
On Nov. 30, the DEA and the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District
of North Carolina will participate in press conferences on three Organized
Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force methamphetamine cases. See the U.S. Attorney
section for details and point of contact for press inquiries.
Nashville District Office
DEA representatives will to participate in a joint press conference
regarding initiatives to combat meth in the state of Tennessee.
See the U.S. Attorney section for details and point of contact for
press inquiries.
Columbia District Office
From Nov. 27-30, the South Carolina Drugs of Abuse Conference will be held
to continue to examine the methamphetamine problems in South Carolina, as well
as to address other issues created by illicit drug use throughout the state.
Approximately 400 participants, including enforcement officers, judges, social
services and attorneys will attend.
On Nov. 28 during the conference, the South Carolina DEA Assistant
Special Agent in Charge, U.S. Attorney Reggie Lloyd of the District of South
Carolina, the Director of the Department of Public Safety, and the Director of
the Department of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services will hold a press event
regarding National Methamphetamine Awareness Day and the state’s efforts to
combat methamphetamine and assist drug-endangered children. See U.S. Attorney
section for details and point-of-contact for press inquiries.
CHICAGO DIVISION
Chicago Division
Office
“Target America: Opening Eyes to the Damage Drugs Cause” is an exhibit open
at the Museum of Science & Industry in Chicago. On Nov. 30, there will be a
special agent speaking with school groups and other visitors about meth in the
section of the exhibit that features the Meth Motel Room recreation.
Media inquiries should be directed to DEA Public Affairs at
202-307-7977.
Indianapolis District Office
On Nov, 30, DEA Assistant Special Agent in Charge Dennis Wichern will
participate in an informational briefing at DePauw University with U.S.
Attorney Susan Brooks of the Southern District of Indiana, the Indiana
Governor’s Office, Mayor of Greencastle, Meth Free Indiana, Drug Free Indiana,
and multiple Indiana county law enforcement agencies. See U.S. Attorney section
for details and point of contact for press inquiries.
Milwaukee District Office
On Nov. 30, the DEA will make a presentation on methamphetamine that
includes setting up a mock lab for the U.S. Attorney’s Office, the local media
and local law enforcement. This is a briefing for members of the media on the
dangers of methamphetamine, followed by an opportunity to video a mock
clandestine laboratory set-up and law enforcement’s response/safety
equipment. See U.S. Attorney section for details and point of contact for
press inquiries.
Center City District Office
DEA Assistant Special Agent in Charge Thomas Kelly and U.S. Attorney Rachel
K. Paulose will participate in a discussion forum hosted by the Chisago Meth
Task Force. Additional participants will include BCA Superintendent Tim
O’Malley, Chisago County Court Judge Robert Rancourt, Hazelden Researcher
Carol Falkowski, and others to be announced. See U.S. Attorney section for
details and point of contact for press inquiries.
DALLAS DIVISION
Dallas Division Office
On Nov. 28, the DEA and the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District
of Texas will hold a joint media event regarding the dangers of meth. Two DEA
chemists will display a mock clandestine laboratory and demonstrate the dangers
of mixing chemicals to make meth. Special Agent in Charge Capra, the DEA Lab
Director Davis, and two Assistant U.S. Attorneys will talk about meth and its
effects prior to the demonstration. Ms. Linda Green-Bennett, widow of
Oklahoma State Trooper Nik Green, who was murdered by a meth dealer, and Dr.
Kleinschmidt, a toxicologist and director of the North Texas Poison Control
Center, will also speak. See U.S. Attorney section for details and point of
contact for press inquiries.
Oklahoma City District Office
On Nov. 30, the DEA and the Oklahoma County District Attorney’s Office will
address 350 foster parents and grandparents on the signs and symptoms of drug
abuse and how kids hide drugs/paraphernalia in their backpack.
Media inquiries should be directed to DEA Public Affairs at
202-307-7977.
DETROIT DIVISION
Detroit Division
Office
On Nov. 14, the Detroit Demand Reduction Coordinator (DRC) made a
presentation on current teen drug use issues at a conference for
administrators and counselors for alternative high schools from across
Michigan. Methamphetamine was a key topic during the
presentation.
On Nov. 29, the Detroit DRC will be participating in the Ferndale,
Mich. Town Hall Meeting at Ferndale High School: “Methamphetamine – The
Emerging Dangers: There’s Nothing Pretty About Tina.”
On Nov. 30, DEA Detroit will be participating in a Methamphetamine
Awareness Day press conference in Lansing, Mich. with U.S. Attorney Margaret
M. Chiara of the Western District of Michigan and U.S. Attorney Stephen J.
Murphy of the Eastern District of Michigan. Topics will include Drug
Endangered Children issues, and a discussion on the state of “imported
methamphetamine” versus domestic methamphetamine in Michigan. See U.S. Attorney
section for details and point of contact for press inquiries.
On Dec. 1, the Detroit DRC will be conduct a Methamphetamine and
Other Current Drug Trends presentation to secondary school administrators and
educators from Genesee County.
Grand Rapids Resident
Office
On Nov. 30, the DEA and the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District
of Michigan will host an open house for the media at the Grand Rapids U.S.
Attorneys Office. See U.S. Attorney section for details and point of contact
for press inquiries.
Cleveland Resident Office
The Cleveland Resident Office will participate in a press conference with
the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Ohio on Nov. 30th.
See U.S. Attorney section for details and point of contact for press
inquiries.
Louisville District Office
On Nov. 30, the Kentucky Assistant Special Agent in Charge and U.S.
Attorney David L. Huber of the Western District of Kentucky are planning a
Methamphetamine Awareness Day press conference. See U.S. Attorney section for
details and point of contact for press inquiries.
During Nov. 28-30, the Kentucky Demand Reduction Coordinator (DRC)
will be assisting with workshops on Methamphetamine’s Drug Endangered Children
at the Ending Assault and Domestic Violence Conference in Lexington. Media
inquiries regarding logistics should be directed to DEA Public Affairs at
202-307-7977.
EL PASO DIVISION
El Paso Division
Office
On Nov. 30, the DEA, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of
Texas, the FBI, ICE, the El Paso Police Department, the El Paso County
Sheriffs Department and two Community Coalition Leaders will partner to have a
panel discussion on methamphetamine for the media. The Lab Group will have a
mock methamphetamine laboratory on display. The
DEA and the U.S. Attorney’s Office are issuing a joint announcement
to press and area coalitions about National Methamphetamine Awareness Day and
encouraging the coalitions to participate. See U.S. Attorney section for
details and point of contact for press inquiries.
Albuquerque District Office
On Nov. 30, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Mexico and
the New Mexico Drug Czars Office will issue a joint press release about the
DEA’s “Just Think Twice” Web site for teens and its new accompanying
curriculum available to teachers. See U.S. Attorney section for details and
point of contact for press inquiries.
On Nov. 30, the State Drug Czar is also hosting a round table
discussion on methamphetamine abuse in New Mexico. The panel will include the
DEA, the U.S. Attorney’s Office, the White House Office of National Drug
Control Policy, the State Drug Czar, and various prevention and treatment
professionals.
HOUSTON DIVISION
Houston Division Office
On Nov. 30, the DEA, in conjunction with the U.S.
Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Texas, will give a presentation
at the University of Houston main campus Student Activities Center from 11:00
A.M. CST to 1:00 P.M. CST. The presentation will include discussions about
the legal, medical and social implications and dangers of meth abuse. See U.S.
Attorney section for details and point of contact for press
inquiries.
San Antonio District Office
On Nov. 30, the DEA, in conjunction with the U.S.
Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Texas, San Antonio Fighting Back,
and San Antonio Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse will make presentations at
two San Antonio area high schools and two colleges. See U.S. Attorney section
for details and point of contact for press inquiries.
Beaumont Resident Office
On Nov. 30, the DEA, in conjunction with the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the
Eastern District of Texas, is planning a one-hour press conference-style
presentation at Lamar University, which will include a talk by law enforcement
leaders, a former methamphetamine abuser, and a medical doctor concerning the
clinical issues of methamphetamine use. See U.S. Attorney section for details
and point of contact for press inquiries.
Austin Resident Office
On Nov. 30, DEA representatives will be speaking at the Austin High
School. Media inquiries should be directed to DEA Public Affairs at
202-307-7977.
LOS ANGELES DIVISION
Los Angeles Division Office
On Nov. 30, the DEA and an Acting U.S. Attorney for the Central District of
California will have a Meth Awareness Exhibit open to the media. The exhibit
will highlight dangers of meth with a mock meth lab and presentations by the
DEA lab, prevention coalition members and possibly a former meth user. The
event will be held at the federal building. Attendees will include law
enforcement, political leaders, community coalitions, faith leaders, and
students. See U.S. Attorney section for details and point of contact for
press inquiries.
Honolulu District Office
On Nov. 30, the DEA and the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of
Hawaii have planned an event at the Ala Moana Shopping Center to highlight meth
awareness. Other federal agencies, state and county agencies, and health
providers will also attend. See U.S. Attorney section for details and point
of contact for press inquiries.
Las Vegas District Office
On Nov. 30, the Assistant Special Agent in Charge and the U.S. Attorney’s
Office for the District of Nevada will be participating in education events
around the District. See U.S. Attorney section for details and point of
contact for press inquiries.
Reno Resident
Office
A Meth Awareness event at the Reno-Sparks Indian Colony with the Tribal
Police Department is planned for Nov. 29. Additionally, a meth awareness event
is planned for Nov. 30 with the Reno Demand Reduction Coalition.
Media inquiries should be directed to DEA Public Affairs at
202-307-7977.
MIAMI DIVISION
Miami Division Office
On Nov. 30, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Florida,
the Miami Division Associate Special Agent in Charge and the South Florida
Methamphetamine Task Force will be giving presentations to coalitions and law
enforcement agencies and will be addressing clandestine labs and announcing the
new law addressing methamphetamine. The event will be held at the U.S.
Attorney’s Office in Miami. See U.S. Attorney section for details and point of
contact for press inquiries.
Orlando District Office
On Nov. 30, the Miami Division Demand Reduction Coordinator (DRC), the
Assistant Special Agent in Charge, the Sheriff’s Department, and the
University of Central Florida will conduct a methamphetamine presentation at
the University of Central Florida. Media inquiries should be directed to DEA
Public Affairs at 202-307-7977.
Pensacola Resident
Office
The DEA Pensacola Resident Office, in conjunction with the U.S. Attorney’s
Office for the Northern District of Florida, has arranged presentations with
the following groups in accordance with the National Methamphetamine Awareness
Day: the Parents/Teachers Association (PTA) – Escambia County School
District and the Gulf Coast Red Ribbon Committee. See U.S. Attorney section
for details and point of contact for press inquiries.
Florida Department of Law Enforcement State Certification/Training
Class for new police officer recruits Literature and Demand Reduction materials
on methamphetamine will also be distributed to the following locations:
University of West Florida – Student Resource/Commons Center, the Health
Center and the Campus Police Department Tallahassee Resident Office.
Tallahassee Resident Office
On Nov. 30, in conjunction with the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern
District of Florida, the Tallahassee Resident Office will conduct Meth
Awareness at the Florida State University Campus. Media inquiries should be
directed to DEA Public Affairs at 202-307-7977.
NEW ENGLAND DIVISION
Boston Division
Office
On Nov. 30, radio interviews will be conducted in Boston, Springfield, and
Cape Cod. A television interview with Fox News will be aired on Nov. 30.
The DEA and U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Massachusetts personnel
will speak at three area high schools. See U.S. Attorney section for details
and point of contact for press inquiries.
Manchester Resident
Office
On Nov. 30, the DEA and the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New
Hampshire will hold a press conference to talk about methamphetamine and the
recent seizure being prosecuted at office. They anticipate releasing a video
of that seizure as well as setting up a mock lab demonstration.
Additionally, the Demand Reduction Coordinator (DRC) is working
with the State Assistant Attorney General on an event in New Hampshire. On
Nov. 30, several presentations and a press conference will be held in the
Seacoast region of New Hampshire. Participating agencies will be the U.S.
Attorney's Office, the State Attorney General's Office, State Department of
Health and Human Services and the DEA. See U.S. Attorney section for details
and point of contact for press inquiries.
New Haven District Office
On Nov. 30, a press conference will be held at the Capitol with the
Governor, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Connecticut, and DEA.
The map display from Operation Wildfire, as well as brochures and pamphlets for
distribution, will be provided by the DEA. See U.S. Attorney section for
details and point of contact for press inquiries.
NEW JERSEY DIVISION
Newark Division
Office
On Nov. 30, the DEA, the U.S Attorney’s Office for the District of New
Jersey, and the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office are planning a
Methamphetamine Safety and Awareness Seminar for First Responders as part of
the National Methamphetamine Awareness Day. This is part of an ongoing
program/training DEA Newark is putting on for prosecutors, police and fire
officials and trainees, EMT's, health care workers, etc. See U.S. Attorney
section for details and point of contact for press inquiries.
NEW ORLEANS DIVISION
New Orleans Division Office
On Nov. 27, Special Agent in Charge William Renton and U.S. Attorney Jim
Letten of the Eastern District of Louisiana will be interviewed about the
National Methamphetamine Awareness Day with WVUE (Channel 8) and WGNO (Channel
26) at 11:00 A.M. CST and 2:30 P.M. CST, respectively.
On Nov. 27, the Times-Picayune interviewed Special Agent
in Charge Renton and U.S. Attorney Letten about the methamphetamine problem.
The story ran on Nov. 28.
On Nov. 29, the Demand Reduction Coordinator will appear with U.S.
Attorney Letten on the 12:00 P.M. CST show at WDSU (Channel 6).
On Nov. 30, news anchor Jill Heazu with WWL will do a story on
the morning show.
On Nov. 30, either Special Agent George Cazenavette IV or Special
Agent Jason Gill will be giving a presentation at 6:00 P.M. CST at Tulane
University. Also, the Times-Picayune will be covering the Tulane
presentation.
Lafayette Resident Office
On Nov. 30, Special Agent Doug Delaureal and Group
Supervisor Ken Babineaux will be interviewed by Suzanne Chaillot, who is a
guest reporter for the Daily Advertiser, and the Times of
Acadiana. The interview will be on all aspects of methamphetamine and its
impact on the local area.
Little Rock District Office
On Nov. 30, the Little Rock District Office is conducting Meth Awareness
Training for the Arkansas Department of Health and Human Services at the
Little Rock District Office Training Room. Demand Reduction Coordinator
Special Agent Keith Warzecha is conducting this training for approximately
50-75 state employees who make home visits for the Department of Health and
Human Services. Media inquiries regarding logistics should be
directed to DEA Public Affairs at 202-307-7977.
In addition, on Nov. 30, the DEA Little Rock District Office is
assisting the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Arkansas on
meth awareness training at the Arkansas State University located in
Jonesboro, Ark. The Little Rock District Office will be supplying instructors
for this training for Arkansas State University student on this one day
training session. See U.S. Attorney section for details and point of contact
for press inquiries.
Jackson
District Office
On Nov. 30, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of
Mississippi and the DEA will conduct an educational event at the Mississippi
College. The DEA will make a presentation on the dangers of methamphetamine
to a student audience. See U.S. Attorney section for details and point of
contact for press inquiries.
Oxford Resident Office
The DEA and the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of
Mississippi will be participating on three press conferences around the
District regarding National Meth Awareness Day. See U.S. Attorney section for
details and point of contact for press inquiries.
Birmingham Resident
Office
On Nov. 30, Group Supervisor Matt Germanowski, along with Assistant U.S.
Attorney Greg Dimler and Mr. Rob Savage, Commander, Etowah County Drug Task
Force, will give a methamphetamine presentation to a school assembly at the
Gadsden High School in Gadsden, Ala. Media inquiries should be directed to
DEA Public Affairs at 202-307-7977.
Montgomery District Office
On Nov. 30, Group Supervisor Sherri Gonzalez and U.S. Attorney Leura G.
Canary will participate in local television interviews. See U.S. Attorney
section for details and point of contact for press inquiries.
Mobile District Office
On Nov. 30, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Alabama
will participate in a Gang and Drugs Conference, where the U.S. Attorney will
discuss the growing methamphetamine threat in Mobile and Southern Alabama. The
morning program will be directed by business leaders, civic groups, Weed and
Seed participants and employees of women's shelters. The afternoon session
will be a closed-door session directed to law enforcement officers and local
prosecutors. See U.S. Attorney section for details and point of contact for
press inquiries.
NEW YORK DIVISION
New York Division Office
On Nov. 30, the DEA will host a “Methamphetamine and Clandestine Laboratory
Awareness” Training at the Division Office. The training is open to local,
state, and federal law enforcement as well as the press. The training will
include:
- Methamphetamine: Abuse, Effects and Trends
- Clan Labs: Recognition, Dangers, Production Methods and Response
Protocols
- Investigation and Prosecution of Clan Lab Cases
- Overview of State and Federal Laws
- Drug Endangered Children
The New York Division has compiled a New York-focused methamphetamine brochure
which will be distributed to schools throughout the state. Special Agents
will visit schools on that day and pass out brochures to students and teachers
and field questions about the dangers of methamphetamine.
In addition, the Division Office will hold an Operation Red Fusion
press conference on Nov. 29 and will announce the training being provided on
Meth Awareness Day.
Media inquiries should be directed to DEA Public Affairs at
202-307-7977.
PHILADELPHIA DIVISION
Philadelphia Division
Office
On Nov. 8 and 9, the Philadelphia Division conducted three separate programs
on the dangers of meth to area law enforcement personnel, school
administrators, teachers and parents.
On Nov. 15, the Philadelphia Division hosted and presented a day
long meth awareness training conference for law enforcement officers from the
Philadelphia area. This conference was attended by 150 law enforcement
officers and prosecutors.
On Nov. 30, the DEA and the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the
Eastern District of Pennsylvania will host a program "Dangers of Meth" for the
citizens of Bucks County. See U.S. Attorney section for details and point of
contact for press inquiries.
On Nov. 30, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District
of Pennsylvania will host a Meth Awareness seminar in Erie, Penn. The DEA will
also host a Methamphetamine Awareness training in Duquesne. The training will
be for law enforcement and firefighters. See U.S. Attorney section for
details and point of contact for press inquiries.
PHOENIX DIVISION
Phoenix Division
Office
DEA representatives from the Tuscon area will be giving a presentation to
middle school student on the dangers of methamphetamine. DEA Tuscon
representatives will also have a helicopter and a K-9 unit to support the
training on Nov. 30. Media inquiries should be directed to DEA Public Affairs
at 202-307-7977.
DEA Yuma is coordinating with Yuma County Sheriff's Office (YCSO)
Methamphetamine Task Force to conduct a radio presentation to the community on
"Live and Local with Russ Clark" with KBLU AM 560 on Nov. 30. DEA and YCSO
will also be given small blocks of time on FM 95.1 and FM 100.9 to raise
awareness in the community we live in about National Meth Awareness Day.
Special Agents Ron Anson and Greg Wales of the Lake Havasu Office
will be talking with some of the local youth groups in the area about the
dangers of methamphetamine. The youth groups will have an age range between 12
and 18. The presentations will consist of a PowerPoint presentation, along
with questions and answers.
DEA Special Agents Paul Spera and Rene Amarillas will be teaming
with local METRO Narcotics Task Force Agents in Nogales, Ariz. Agents will
travel to Calabasas and Desert Shadow Middle Schools where material specific
to methamphetamine awareness and life choices will be presented by the
agents.
Additionally, a joint U.S. Attorney’s Office and DEA press release will be
issued to the media outlets in Arizona regarding Meth Awareness Day and
promoting the Web sites and event.
ROCKY MOUNTAIN DIVISION
Denver Division
Office
DEA representatives will deliver a presentation at Aurora High School in
Colorado where there has been a significant meth problem. Media inquiries
should be directed to DEA Public Affairs at 202-307-7977.
ST. LOUIS DIVISION
St. Louis Division
Office
On Nov. 30, Public Information Officer Shirley Armstead and Demand
Reduction Coordinator Robert Hanson will participate in a press conference
following the strategic planning session for the Meth Action Coalition at 2:00
P.M. CST in Jefferson County, Mo. Immediately following the press
conference, there will be a community open house with the meth displays from
2:15 P.M. CST to 4:00 P.M. CST. Community members and organizations will be
invited. Media inquiries should be directed to DEA Public Affairs at
202-307-7977.
Cape Girardeau Resident
Office
On Nov. 30, a DEA Special Agent will speak to a Criminal Justice class at
Southeast Missouri State University. Media inquiries
should be directed to DEA Public Affairs at 202-307-7977.
Carbondale Post of
Duty
On Nov. 29, Special Agent Roger Ehler will present a Meth Awareness Program
to grade school and high school administrators and teachers in Mt. Vernon,
Ill. On Nov. 30, Special Agent Ehler will conduct a presentation at John
A. Logan Community College. Media inquiries regarding logistics should be
directed to DEA Public Affairs at 202-307-7977.
Kansas City District Office
On Nov. 30, Demand Reduction Coordinator Michael Scalise will set up a
booth with meth information and a video presentation on the campus of the
University of Kansas. Media inquiries should be directed to
DEA Public Affairs at 202-307-7977.
Omaha District Office
On Nov. 30, a DEA Special Agent from the Omaha District Office will speak
at the University of Nebraska to students enrolled in the Criminal Justice
Program. Media inquiries should be directed to DEA Public Affairs at
202-307-7977.
Des Moines Resident
Office
On Nov. 30, a presentation is scheduled at Grandview College with a
constitutional law class, and another presentation is scheduled at the Women's
Junior League of Des Moines, Iowa. Media inquiries should be
directed to DEA Public Affairs at 202-307-7977.
Cedar Rapids Resident
Office
On Nov. 30, a Task Force Officer will demonstrate the Drug Endangered
Children (DEC) motor home to the Heart of Iowa, a women's drug rehabilitation
center in Cedar Rapids. The motor home is used to respond to drug sites where
children are present. It affords law enforcement with the ability to provide
the children affected by the meth drug site with a safe haven. The purpose
is to demonstrate to the public our ability to provide immediate protection to
mothers and children two may have been exposed to a meth lab situation. Media
inquiries should be directed to DEA Public Affairs at 202-307-7977.
Sioux Falls Resident
Office
On Nov. 30, Resident Agent in Charge Richard Mulholland will make a
presentation at the University of Sioux Falls. He will also set up a booth
with meth information and a meth video. Media inquiries
should be directed to DEA Public Affairs at 202-307-7977.
Rapid City Post of
Duty
On Nov. 30, the DEA and the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of
South Dakota will conduct several meth awareness presentations for students at
two high schools. See U.S. Attorney section for details and point of contact
for press inquiries.
SAN DIEGO DIVISION
San Diego Division
Office
On Nov. 30, a press release will be issued that will discuss the National
Methamphetamine Awareness Day and highlight successful methamphetamine cases
made in the San Diego area. Media inquiries should be
directed to DEA Public Affairs at 202-307-7977.
SAN FRANCISCO DIVISION
San Francisco Division
Office
On Nov. 30, the Demand Reduction Coordinator (DRC) from the San Francisco
Division will speak at the Tribal Child Welfare and Tribal Courts Conference.
In addition, the DRC will conduct two breakout sessions: one on how other
communities are attacking the problem and what the Indian Community can learn
from them, and the other on Drug Endangered Children, national protocols, and
how they may be adapted to the Indian Community. Media
inquiries should be directed to DEA Public Affairs at 202-307-7977.
Sacramento District Office
The Demand Reduction Coordinator (DRC) is working with the San Francisco
Police Department to arrange a methamphetamine presentation at a San Francisco
High School on Nov. 30. Media inquiries should be directed to DEA Public
Affairs at 202-307-7977.
SEATTLE DIVISION
Seattle Division Office
On Nov. 30, a Meth 360 Community Presentation is scheduled
at the University Sunrise Rotary Club for business owners and university
employees that serve the University of Washington community. Coalition and
presentation partners include: Special Agent in Charge Benson; University of
Washington; University of Washington Campus Police; Chief, Seattle Police
Department; U.S. Attorney's Office for the Western District of Washington;
Tacoma Safe Streets Coalition; the Partnership for a Drug Free America; and
the N.W. HIDTA. Media inquiries should be directed to DEA
Public Affairs at 202-307-7977.
Yakima Resident Office
On Nov. 30, a Meth Awareness Program is being planned for the Executive
Board of the Yakima City Council and the Yakima Police Department. Coalition
and presentation partners include the DEA, the Washington State Patrol and the
Partnership for a Drug Free America.
On Nov. 30, a Methamphetamine Informational Booth is planned at
the Mid Valley Mall in Sunnyside, Wash. The event will be open to the
public. Coalition and Presentation partners are the DEA and Washington State
Patrol. Media inquiries should be directed to DEA Public
Affairs at 202-307-7977.
Spokane Resident Office
On Nov. 30, a Meth Awareness briefing will be given to the media at the
Resident Office. Coalition and presentation partners include the DEA, U.S.
Attorney James McDevitt of the Eastern District of Washington, and the Spokane
Greater Substance Abuse Council. See U.S. Attorney section for details and
point of contact for press inquiries.
Boise Resident Office
On Nov. 30, the DEA will hold a Meth Awareness and Youth Gang Summit for
students, youth, local law enforcement, and community leaders. Presentation
partners will include the DEA, the Boise Police Department and the U.S.
Attorney’s Office for the District of Idaho. See U.S. Attorney section for
details and point of contact for press inquiries.
Anchorage District Office
On Nov. 30, a Meth Awareness Presentation will be given at the University of
Alaska at Anchorage to students, teachers, and school board staff. Coalition
and Presentation partners include the DEA, Anchorage School District, The
Partnership for a Drug Free America, and others. Media
inquiries should be directed to DEA Public Affairs at 202-307-7977.
Portland District Office
On Nov. 30, a Meth Awareness Presentation will be given at the Oregon
Health Sciences Portland University. The target audience includes students
from the Medical, Dental, and Nursing programs. Coalition and presentation
partners include the DEA, Oregon Department of Public Health, and others.
Media inquiries should be directed to DEA Public Affairs at
202-307-7977.
WASHINGTON, D.C.
DIVISION
Washington,
D.C. Division Office
On Nov. 30, the Washington Division Office Reduction Program, in conjunction
with the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Columbia, will hold a forum
as part National Methamphetamine Awareness Day. DEA Richmond Special Agent Mark
James will address the audience during the event. See U.S. Attorney section
for details and point of contact for press inquiries.
Baltimore District Office
On Nov. 30, the DEA Assistant Special Agent in Charge and
U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Maryland will hold a press
conference at the U.S. Attorney's office in Baltimore. The U.S. Attorney's
Office will address the Combat Meth Act followed by a meth presentation
conducted by the Baltimore Demand Reduction Coordinator. See U.S. Attorney
section for details and point of contact for press inquiries.
On Nov. 30, the Baltimore Demand Reduction Coordinator and the
Headquarters Demand Reduction Office will provide methamphetamine training to
the Prince George’s County Health and Social Service employees who conduct
home visits. Media inquiries should be directed to DEA
Public Affairs at 202-307-7977.
Charleston Resident
Office
On Nov. 30, the Resident Agent in Charge and U.S. Attorney Charles T.
Miller of the Southern District of West Virginia will meet with American
Electric and Power Company employees–approximately 100 people–regarding
employee safety and related drug awareness and on-the-job issues in West
Virginia. See U.S. Attorney section for details and point of contact for
press inquiries.
On Nov. 30, the Resident Agent in Charge and U.S. Attorney Miller
will also visit West Virginia State University to address criminal justice
students and professors and discuss the dangers of meth use/abuse, meth
trafficking in the community and the state and federal legislation designed to
combat meth manufacture and distribution. See U.S. Attorney section for details
and point of contact for press inquiries.
Virginia
On Nov. 30, the DEA Washington Division Demand Reduction Program, in
conjunction with the U.S. Attorney's Office in the Eastern District of
Virginia will host an assembly at the West Potomac Academy as part of
National Meth Awareness Day. The assembly will have approximately 75 to 100
students from local high schools who are participants in various Criminal
Justice, pharmaceutical, and law programs. See U.S. Attorney section for
details and point of contact for press inquiries.
ADDITIONAL FEDERAL AGENCY EVENTS:
OFFICE OF NATIONAL DRUG CONTROL POLICY
Illinois Regional
Event
Secretary Dr. Carol Adams of the Illinois Department of Human Services,
along with Director Roger Walker, Jr. and Assistant Director Deanne Benos,
both of the Illinois Department of Corrections will hold a press conference to
mark National Meth Awareness Day. The press conference will be at 9:00 A.M.
CST at the Illinois Department of Corrections in East St. Louis.
For more information about this National Meth Awareness Day event,
contact the Office of National Drug Control Policy at 202-395-6618.
Washington,
D.C. Regional Event
The Office of National Drug Control Policy will hold a press conference
entitled “Making the Drug Problem Smaller: International Cooperation Against
Methamphetamine.” The event will be held at the Foreign Press Center in
Washington, D.C. at 1:00 P.M. EST. The event is for foreign press only.
For more information about this National Meth Awareness Day event,
contact the Office of National Drug Control Policy at 202-395-6618.
Oregon Regional
Event
The Governor's Meth Task Force and the Oregon Board of Pharmacy will hold a
press conference with federal and state officials to mark National Meth
Awareness Day. The event will be held in the U.S. Courthouse in Portland,
Ore. at 1:00 P.M. PST.
For more information about this National Meth Awareness Day event,
contact the Office of National Drug Control Policy at 202-395-6618.
Idaho Regional
Event
The Treasure Valley Alcohol Drug Coalition will hold a press conference to
mark National Meth Awareness Day in Boise, Idaho.
For more information about this National Meth Awareness Day event,
contact the Office of National Drug Control Policy at 202-395-6618.
Michigan Regional
Event
The Office of State Drug Control Policy will hold a press conference with
state and local officials in Lansing, Mich. The event will be held at 10:00
A.M. EST at the Lewis Cass Building.
For more information about this National Meth Awareness Day event
contact the Office of National Drug Control Policy at 202-395-6618.
Kentucky Regional
Event
Deputy Secretary Teresa A. Barton of the Justice & Public Safety Cabinet
will hold a press conference with state officials to raise awareness about the
meth epidemic. The event will be held at 3:00 P.M. EST at the Governor’s
Office in Frankfurt, Ky.
For more information about this National Meth Awareness Day event
contact the Office of National Drug Control Policy at 202-395-6618.
New Mexico Regional
Event
The New Mexico Drug Czar Herman Silva will hold a meeting with federal and
state officials at the State Capitol in Santa Fe, N.M. at 10:00 A.M. MST.
For more information about this National Meth Awareness Day event
contact the Office of National Drug Control Policy at 202-395-6618.
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Dr. Don Wright, Director of Occupational Medicine at the Occupational Safety
and Health Administration, and local officials will give a presentation
entitled “Meth 360” to members of the Tysons Corner Rotary Club. The event
will take place at 7:30 A.M. EST in Vienna, Va.
For more information about this National Meth Awareness Day event,
contact OSHA’s Office of Communications at 202-693-1999.
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF INTERIOR
Secretary Dirk Kempthorne
Secretary of the Interior Dirk Kempthorne will be holding a press conference
with the National Congress of American Indians (NCAI). They will be
announcing a new partnership with NCAI and the Partnership for a Drug-Free
America to do meth prevention programs in Indian Country. The press conference
will be at 1:00 P.M. EST at the Press Club's Murrow Room in Washington, D.C.
There will be a call in line at 888-568-1774.
For more information about Department of the Interior National
Meth Awareness Day events, contact Shane Wolf at 202-208-6416.
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