Orillia's politicians have said no to fluoridating the municipal water supply.
"I just believe there has to be alternatives," Mayor Angelo Orsi said at Monday's council committee meeting. "This is a very touchy decision when you're basically dealing with freedom of choice."
The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) and city staff recommended Orillia fluoridate the water supply. Statistics show Orillia children have the highest rate of dental decay of the 10 municipalities reviewed in the Simcoe-Muskoka region.
Councillors Linda Murray and Tony Madden were the only ones to vote in favour of fluoridation.
"The mayor said he would like to see alternative methods," Murray said. "You're fortunate enough to be able to take your children to the dentist. I can't tell you how many do not have that ability."
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