Village, Community Coalition To Host DEA Agent In Drug Abuse Talk

NEW LENOX, IL — The Village of New Lenox and its Safe Community Coalition are partnering with the Drug Enforcement Administration in a forum covering trends in drug and substance abuse currently impacting communities.

DEA Special Agent Greg Czaczkowski will speak during the presentation set for Thursday, Feb. 6 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the Community Room at the New Lenox Village Hall. The event is free to attend, and attendees can register online.

Special Agent Czaczkowski’s presentation will cover topics such as:

• Substance Use Disorder
• Marijuana Use Among Teens
• Illicit Use of Pills
• Vaping
• Making Good Choices
• Staying Away from Peer Pressure
• Current Trends the DEA is Watching

Czaczkowski has been a DEA agent for over 20 years, the Village said, and will recount incidents from throughout his career.

In addition to the presentation, the DEA Chicago Field Division will have an informational table at the event, as will the Heroin Epidemic Relief Organization (HERO). A vast display of items from HERO’s “Hidden in Plain Sight” trailer will be on hand. Parents will be able to see first-hand the types of paraphernalia currently being utilized, including various items that teens are using to conceal drugs, the Village said.

Weather permitting, the DEA Chicago Field Division will also bring their “One Pill Can Kill” show vehicle that’s used for substance use prevention and education.

Officer Candice Guidry from the New Lenox Police Department, will also offer a demonstration with her K-9 partner Harlie.

The presentation is ideal for parents, school counselors, athletic coaches, youth pastors or anyone that has a connection to youth. Aside from registration, additional questions regarding this presentation may be directed to Daniel Martin, Safe Community Coordinator, Village of New Lenox - dmartin@newlenox.net or (815)462-6493.