Council's vote is a sad thing for Sandpoint

In a 4-2 vote with council members Justin Schuck, Steve Snedden, Marsha Ogilvie and Jamie Davis prevailing, the Sandpoint City Council voted to end the 59-year practice of fluoridating the community water supply. Their decision was primarily based on mass medication and personal choice issues.

My belief is that this decision was a huge error; scientific evidence again and again proves the value and safety of water fluoridation.

However, through misrepresentation of science and anecdotal evidence, supporters of repeal were successful; thus goes the process.

As a parent and grandparent who has seen first hand the benefits of community water fluoridation, I think this is a sad time for Sandpoint.

CARRIE LOGAN

Sandpoint