USA - Fluoride Action Network newsletter
2011 is turning out to be a big year in the fight against fluoridation. It seems that just about every week, one or two more communities are rejecting this unethical and unsafe practice. Well, this week is no different. We have two more big fluoride-free victories to tell you about.
On September 30, the BPP Water Corporation in Spencer, Indiana stopped adding fluoride to the drinking water for approximately 10,500 people. BPP services the Indiana communities of Spencer, Stinesville, Patricksburg and Bowling Green. The water company cited the rising cost of fluoride as a major factor in their decision.
In Florida, approximately 700,000 people will be free from fluoridated water later this fall. The Commissioners of Pinellas County voted 4-3 to end the seven-year practice of adding fluoride to the drinking water after hearing its potential harm from dozens of concerned citizens. The decision to end fluoridation and save taxpayers approximately $200,000 per year was made even after substantial pressure from numerous dentists and the Florida Dental Association was put on commissioners. Pinellas County provides water to communities like Tarpon Springs, parts of Clearwater, parts of Oldsmar, Pinellas Park, Safety Harbor, and many of the incorporated areas along the beach communities. St. Petersburg will continue to fluoridate as it operates its own water system.
There are also a number of communities that will be holding upcoming votes and public hearings on fluoridation in the coming months, including:
Williams Lake, British Columbia: On November 19th, residents will be asked to vote on a fluoride ballot question: "The cost to add fluoride to the City's water system is increasing from $22,000 per year to approximately $94,000 per year. Are you in favour of the City continuing to add fluoride to its water supply."
Churchill, Manitoba: On October 18th, citizens will have the opportunity to vote on a fluoridation referendum.
Austin, Texas: On October 18th at 3pm, the City Council's Public Health and Human Services sub-committee will hold a public hearing on why the Austin Utility Department should place a fluoridation health warning on Austin's water bills. The warning will alert residents to the risks associated with consuming fluoride, and tell them how they can reduce these risks.
Aspen, Colorado: On October 11, the City Council will hold their next meeting. They are expected to continue the debate on whether or not to continue fluoridating the drinking water, and possibly make a decision.
Hot Springs, Florida: Councilors will be studying the fluoridation issue, and will be taking public comment at upcoming meetings.
Bethel, Alaska: On October 11, the City Council will be holding their second public hearing on a resolution banning fluoridation.
Damariscotta And Newcastle, Maine: On November 8, the residents of these two towns have the opportunity to vote on a fluoridation referendum on their local ballots.
Hartland, Michigan: On November 15, the Township Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing to consider whether it should stop adding fluoride to its drinking water amid health concerns.
...and this is just the start. Many more communities are debating the issue, and many more will be voting on it this fall and winter, including New York City, Moncton (New Brunswick), and Philomath, Oregon. If you know of any upcoming public hearings, meetings, or votes on fluoridation please make sure to notify FAN, so we can spread-the-word about these important opportunities to end fluoridation.
Stuart Cooper
Campaign Manager
Fluoride Action Network
On September 30, the BPP Water Corporation in Spencer, Indiana stopped adding fluoride to the drinking water for approximately 10,500 people. BPP services the Indiana communities of Spencer, Stinesville, Patricksburg and Bowling Green. The water company cited the rising cost of fluoride as a major factor in their decision.
In Florida, approximately 700,000 people will be free from fluoridated water later this fall. The Commissioners of Pinellas County voted 4-3 to end the seven-year practice of adding fluoride to the drinking water after hearing its potential harm from dozens of concerned citizens. The decision to end fluoridation and save taxpayers approximately $200,000 per year was made even after substantial pressure from numerous dentists and the Florida Dental Association was put on commissioners. Pinellas County provides water to communities like Tarpon Springs, parts of Clearwater, parts of Oldsmar, Pinellas Park, Safety Harbor, and many of the incorporated areas along the beach communities. St. Petersburg will continue to fluoridate as it operates its own water system.
There are also a number of communities that will be holding upcoming votes and public hearings on fluoridation in the coming months, including:
Williams Lake, British Columbia: On November 19th, residents will be asked to vote on a fluoride ballot question: "The cost to add fluoride to the City's water system is increasing from $22,000 per year to approximately $94,000 per year. Are you in favour of the City continuing to add fluoride to its water supply."
Churchill, Manitoba: On October 18th, citizens will have the opportunity to vote on a fluoridation referendum.
Austin, Texas: On October 18th at 3pm, the City Council's Public Health and Human Services sub-committee will hold a public hearing on why the Austin Utility Department should place a fluoridation health warning on Austin's water bills. The warning will alert residents to the risks associated with consuming fluoride, and tell them how they can reduce these risks.
Aspen, Colorado: On October 11, the City Council will hold their next meeting. They are expected to continue the debate on whether or not to continue fluoridating the drinking water, and possibly make a decision.
Hot Springs, Florida: Councilors will be studying the fluoridation issue, and will be taking public comment at upcoming meetings.
Bethel, Alaska: On October 11, the City Council will be holding their second public hearing on a resolution banning fluoridation.
Damariscotta And Newcastle, Maine: On November 8, the residents of these two towns have the opportunity to vote on a fluoridation referendum on their local ballots.
Hartland, Michigan: On November 15, the Township Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing to consider whether it should stop adding fluoride to its drinking water amid health concerns.
...and this is just the start. Many more communities are debating the issue, and many more will be voting on it this fall and winter, including New York City, Moncton (New Brunswick), and Philomath, Oregon. If you know of any upcoming public hearings, meetings, or votes on fluoridation please make sure to notify FAN, so we can spread-the-word about these important opportunities to end fluoridation.
Stuart Cooper
Campaign Manager
Fluoride Action Network
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