R-85-736 - 7/11/1985WHEREAS, tooth decay is one of the Nation's greatest health problems with
children being the most vulnerable; and
WHEREAS, years of research and demonstrations have shown that the
fluoridation of drinking water is the most effective and least costly public
health measure available to prevent tooth decay; and
WHEREAS, the majority of the dental decay that children would have if
unprotected is prevented if they drink fluoridated water; and
WHEREAS, fluoride is an essential element to nutrition; and
WHEREAS, the cost of fluoridation in relation to its long term benefits
is minor; NOW, THEREFORE,
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROUND ROCK, TEXAS
That the City Manager be and is hereby directed to take any and all
action necessary to fluoridate the drinking water of the City of Round Rock,
Texas.
ATTEST:
RESOLVED this 11th day of July, 1985.
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RESOLUTION NO. 736,8
MIKE ROBINSON, Mayor
City of Round Rock, Texas