FLINT, MI -- The Great Lakes Water Authority will provide the City of Flint $425,000 in funding for assisting residents in paying their water bill.

The near half-million grant is part of $1.2 million in additional Water Residential Assistance Program funding to Detroit and Flint. Of that, more than $200,000 will be used to replace kitchen and bathroom fixtures.

Eligible customers for WRAP funding are at or below 150 percent of the federal poverty threshold. Once enrolled in the program, these customers can receive a $25 monthly credit toward their water bills.

Customers who've made up their payments for six months then receive an additional credit of up to $350 toward water debt.

"Today's vote further underscores GLWA's commitment to our low-income residents throughout Southeast Michigan, particularly in the cities of Detroit and Flint," said Brian Baker, Board Vice Chair and representative for Macomb County.

Eligible resident can apply for WRAP by calling 313-386-9727 or applying online.