Flint proposes $510K to expand in-home plumbing repairs

FLINT, Mich. — The City of Flint administration is proposing a $510,000 investment to expand its in-home plumbing program, aiming to reduce lead exposure by replacing interior plumbing in up to 100 homes.

The proposed funding, reallocated from American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) dollars, requires approval from the Flint City Council.

“This proposal is about protecting families at the source,” said Seamus Bannon, the city’s chief strategy officer. “We’re committed to building safer, healthier homes across Flint.”

If approved, the funds would support the replacement of faucets, water lines and other plumbing components in homes where lead has been detected. The initiative builds on ongoing efforts to address the long-term effects of the Flint water crisis and improve infrastructure across the city.

City officials say the program supports public health by removing lingering sources of lead inside the home, complementing previous water service line replacement projects.

The Flint City Council is expected to review the funding request at an upcoming meeting.