Hon. Konris G. Maynard
The Honourable KONRIS GREGOR MENTEN MAYNARD, Minister of Public Infrastructure, Energy and Utilities, Domestic Transport, Information, Communication and Technology and Posts.
The Honourable Konris Maynard is an elected member of parliament and the Minister of Public Infrastructure, Energy and Utilities, Domestic Transport, ICT and Posts in the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis. Minister Maynard, is a dynamic, innovative, and dedicated leader who became one the youngest parliamentarians ever elected at the age of thirty-one, a reflection of his tenacity and dedication to serving the people of the Federation. With a background in Electrical and Computer Engineering, having a BSc from University of the West Indies and a Masters of Engineering from the University of Waterloo, added to his professional experience of project management and operations management, Maynard is uniquely positioned to combine his passion for community service and his expertise to bring about meaningful structural and technological improvement to his Federation. Beyond his political responsibilities, Minister Maynard is actively involved in community development, with a special focus on supporting children, the elderly, and sports initiatives. As a devoted husband and father of two, his dedication to children is evident through his constant engagement in school activities and generous contributions to fields of education and sports. As a 6-time undefeated National Calypso Monarch, 3-time Soca Monarch, 3-time Regional Calypso Monarch, 2-time Junior Calypso Monarch and former Road March winner, Minister Maynard is a multifaceted leader who has also reached the top heights of musical entertainment, receiving the Federation’s Medal of Honour in the field of Music. Honourable Konris Maynard is a true servant of the people and is determined to use his God given talents to advance the cause of St. Kitts & Nevis. |
Achievements up to July 2024
- Ministry of Public Infrastructure
- Energy & Utilities
- Information, Communication & Technology
- Re-establishment of Water Board.
- Road rehabilitation (Market Street, Sprott Street).
- Career Building Workshop for 14 secondary and tertiary school students enrolled in its Christmas Internship Program.
- 4. The commencement of the St. Peters Main Road Project
- Installation of a new alternator on a 6MW generator.
- Introduction of the Water Services Department of 24/7 Customer Service WATER Hotline and Emergency Crew.
- Discovery of potable water in Cayon.
- Electricity Arrears Reset - Immediate reconnection for all residential SKELEC customers.
- Water Services Reset - Immediate reconnection for residential Water Services Department customers.
- St. Kitts Electricity Company Ltd (SKELEC) Amended Power Purchase (PPA) with SOLEC for the largest solar PV and battery project in the Caribbean.
- Groundbreaking for the first Solar Powered Desalination Plant donated to the Federation by the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
- Commissioning of new well in Cayon .
- Introduction of "Whole of Government Digital Transformation Strategy."
- Presentation of the Sustainable Development Goals Agenda 2030.
Office Location
Water Services Department
Needsmust
Basseterre
St. Kitts
Telephone: 1 (869) 467-1918/1450
E-Mail: konris.maynard@gov.kn
Personal Assistant: Ms. Naevisia Scarborough
E-Mail: naevisia.scarborough@gov.kn