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Brett Griggs for Mayor of Seaboard, NC

A Leader Ready to Transform Seaboard Through Community-Centered Development

Brett Griggs brings a unique combination of lived experience and professional expertise to his campaign for Mayor of Seaboard. Born and raised in Manhattan during the urban crisis of the 1980s and 1990s, Brett witnessed firsthand how communities can be either abandoned or transformed through authentic leadership and strategic investment.

As Sustainable Project Manager at Eco Nest Development, Brett has managed over $284 million in assets, maintaining a 98% tenant satisfaction rate. His current work developing a 42-unit sustainable community for homeless veterans demonstrates his commitment to development that serves people rather than displacing them. Brett's approach has achieved impressive results, including a 27% reduction in energy consumption, a 42% decrease in water usage, and significant job creation—all while strengthening community bonds.

Brett's connection to Seaboard runs deeper than professional credentials. He has already rolled up his sleeves, organizing community cleanup efforts, maintaining landscaping at Countryside Estates, volunteering at the local food bank, and delivering food to disabled residents who are unable to travel. He regularly attends town board meetings and works closely with the Roanoke Chowan Regional Housing Authority to address residents' needs for appliances and HVAC systems.

Brett's Seaboard revitalization plan emphasizes community empowerment and economic opportunities. His vision includes securing strategic grant funding over five years to create additional rental units. Brett proposes creating new sustainable housing units priced 30% below regional averages, permanent jobs, and increasing median household income by 15-20% through skills training and employment opportunities.

Unlike approaches that impose change from the outside, Brett's vision centers on community engagement and transparent communication. He commits to holding monthly town halls, implementing open budget processes, and making data-driven decisions that prioritize resident outcomes. Seaboard deserves leadership that sees opportunity where others see decline—leadership ready to build tomorrow's community today.

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