(WJAR) — U.S. Rep. Seth Magaziner is set to announce a major federal contribution to Cranston that will help with flooding in the city.

Rep. Seth Magaziner is presenting Cranston with federal funding to help with flooding in the Garden Street area. (WJAR)

Rep. Seth Magaziner is presenting Cranston with federal funding to help with flooding in the Garden Street area. (WJAR)

The funds aim to prevent flooding in the Garden Street area.

The project, with its $1,092,000 in funds, seeks to install stormwater retention basins that can help during heavy rainfall.

The area has experienced chronic flooding for decades.

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Magaziner will be joined by Cranston Mayor Ken Hopkins and the city council President to announce the funding at City Hall.