USA - Greer CPW will revisit fluoridation of water

The Greer Commission of Public Works (GCPW) is seeking public input about the fluoridation of drinking water, and we’d like to hear from you.

Fluoride helps with dental health and plays a major role in prevention of tooth decay. Public drinking water systems have been fluoridating their finished water since the 1950s, when the City of Grand Rapids added it to their system. CPW began fluoridating in 1975, and has done so continuously since then.........................

............Ultimately, our board of commissioners will decide if we continue fluoridation, reduce our fluoride amounts, or discontinue the practice all together. Their decision will be based both on our expertise in water treatment and on the feedback we get from you, our valued customer.

Our mission is to exceed customer expectations, and that is why we are leading the way on public discourse regarding drinking water fluoridation. We welcome your feedback, and look forward to seeing you at our public forums.


Jeffrey Tuttle is General Manager of the Greer Commission of Public Works. The Commission provides water, wastewater, power, and natural gas utility service to the Greer and nearby communities.