DETROIT (AP) — A fund created to help Detroiters pay their water bills is getting $200,000 from United Way and the charitable arms of two auto companies.
The donations were revealed Monday. The new Detroit Water Fund will pay a portion of overdue water bills if customers owe at least $300, pay 10 percent and meet other qualifications.
United Way for Southeastern Michigan is contributing $100,000, while the Ford Motor Fund and the General Motors Foundation are giving $50,000 each.
The water fund was created in response to criticism about Detroit’s aggressive shut-off policy. Water shut-offs related to unpaid bills will resume after Aug. 25.
Mayor Mike Duggan is encouraging Detroit residents to contact the city about payment plans and avoid a shut-off.
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