The Boston City Council plans to discuss the possibility of imposing a new local tax on sodas and other sugary drinks.

Soft drink and soda bottles are displayed in a refrigerator. Jeff Chiu/Associated Press Some Boston city councilors want to explore the possibility of imposing a new local tax on sugary drinks.

Of the nearly 500 readers who responded to our poll, the majority (70%) said they wouldn't support a tax on sugary drinks. Here's why.

The Boston City Council will soon consider whether to adopt a special tax on beverages including soda and sugary drinks. This ill-timed and unnecessary idea, if supported by both the City Council ...

Boston city councilors plan to hold a hearing on the issue. A new city tax on sugary drinks would require approval from state lawmakers, in addition to city leaders.

The Boston City Council will soon debate the possibility of a tax on sugary drinks. Would you support it?

The Boston City Council plans to discuss the possibility of imposing a new local tax on sodas and other sugary drinks. Councilor Sharon Durkan introduced a measure Wednesday that seeks to explore ...

Boston City Councilor Sharon Durkan proposed a new tax on sugar-sweetened beverages Jan. 15, aiming to combat the disproportionate impact of diet-related diseases on low-income residents.

The Boston City Council is proposing a tax on sugary drinks, saying the money on unhealthy beverages can be put to good use.

Boston city councilors on Wednesday introduced a tax on sweetened beverages to fund public health initiatives. The so-called "Sugar Tax" would tax sweetened beverages like soda, sports drinks and tea.

A tax of 2 cents per ounce of sugar drinks could raise $20-30 million annually for the city while dissuading people from buying unhealthy beverages, one city councilor argues.