Resident urges continued fluoridation; caller cited thyroid and child concerns
Jul 27, 2026
Jul 27, 2026
During public comment, Pam Stevens said fluoridated water helped her dental health and urged the council to keep the program; staff relayed a caller, Connie Dinar, who asked the city to remove fluoride citing thyroid concerns and personal filtration.
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At the start of public comment, Pam Stevens of 3411 Parkway Boulevard told the council she grew up with fluoridated water and credited it with her strong teeth. "I'm in favor of continuing to have the fluoride in the water," she said, describing limited access to dental care in her youth.
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