July 28, 2026 St Clair County Board of Health Fluoride Regulation Public Hearing

The St. Clair County Board of Health held a public hearing on July 28, 2026, to discuss a draft regulation concerning fluoride addition in community water supplies. The regulation aims to establish a health protective standard based on the EPA's maximum contaminant level goal (MCLG) for fluoride and requires community water supplies exceeding this level to notify the health department. The hearing provided an opportunity for public comment, with speakers expressing concerns about potential changes to fluoride levels and emphasizing the importance of maintaining current fluoride standards to protect dental health. No procurement, contracting, or budget decisions were discussed during the meeting.