Blaine Humphrey

Grifton’s Blaine Humphrey chose to give back to the community by becoming involved in Grifton and Pitt County’s planning process.

Humphrey has been a member of Grifton’s Planning Board since 2002 but was also on Pitt County’s Planning Board until a few years ago.

"It was just too much," Humphrey said of being on both boards.

Humphrey gave up his seat on Pitt County’s Planning Board to spend more time with his two daughters but is still a part of Grifton’s board and hopes to stay involved for as long as he is able.

Humphrey said he chose to volunteer his time to planning issues because that is where his experience lies. As an Engineer, Humphrey feels he has the background that helps him to make decisions to guide Grifton to growth.

Being on the Planning Board also provides Humphrey the experience needed for his job, so is able to learn from both directions.

"It’s almost like a win-win situation," Humphrey said.

Humphrey said time is sometimes an issue for him, trying to balance his job, family and volunteer work but that he manages to get by.

"I do the best I can," he said. "I just try to spend what little time I can here and there."

As for volunteering, Humphrey believes there are lots of people who want to volunteer but they need to find something they enjoy doing so they enjoy the volunteer work.  

"I know there are people around who want to volunteer," Humphrey said. "They just need to find their nitch."

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