The Gainesville Sun
October 09, 2009
Gainesville: GRU won't remove fluoride; commission will vote
Despite medical evidence to the contrary, some believe the tooth-protecting additive is dangerous.
By Megan Rolland
Staff writer
Excerpt:
Fluoride - a chemical added to drinking water to help prevent tooth decay - is back in the public dialogue in a vocal way.
Opponents of fluoride in Gainesville's public water supply have requested the public policy that allows the use of fluorine be reconsidered by the City Commission.
Despite outcry from a group of citizens concerned about what they say are the health risks of fluoride, the Gainesville Regional Utility committee voted Thursday against changing the public policy.
The issue will now go before the full City Commission for consideration...
