To be an effective representative and leader, it is important for one to be involved in local and state organizations, boards, committees and councils in order to truly understand the issues that impact the citizens of his community and/or state. 

I have been involved for a number of years with a variety of local and state organizations, boards, committees and councils because I want to be aware of the services/programs they provide, the delivery of services, equal access to services and  how  these services impact the citizens of our great state.   

In an effort to be involved in services that impact the citizens of West Virginia, I am a member of the following organizations:

1. Chamber of Commerce  -  Kevin L. Maynus understands the importance of local businesses to West Virginia’s economy.
2. National Federation of the Blind - and other disability organizations - Kevin L. Maynus knows and has lived with the barriers people with disabilities face on a daily basis.  He has always been and will continue to be their voice
3. Mountain State University Alumni Council - Kevin L. Maynus worked with community leaders to publicize and improve general awareness of the university.
4. Help America Vote Act Task Force - Kevin was appointed by the West Virginia Secretary of State to serve on this task force to ensure West Virginia citizens have equal access to the electoral process.   Maynus encourages all individuals to vote and believes every vote counts.
5. WV Olmstead Task force - Kevin was appointed by the Governor of West Virginia to serve on this task force to help develop a state plan that gives senior citizens and people with disabilities the right to choose where they want to live without being forced into an institutional setting. 
6. Veterans Hospital/Disability Awareness Planning Committee - Kevin's father joined the Army in 1956 and was discharged in 1965.  Kevin has a brother who is currently serving our country and just recently returned home from Iraq.  His brother is a Captain in the US Air Force.  As a result, Kevin L. Maynus understands many of the concerns and difficulties that face our Veterans on a daily basis.     
7. Beaver Lions Club - Kevin believes by creating and fostering a spirit of understanding among all people for humanitarian needs, by providing voluntary services through community involvement and international cooperation. (We Serve!)
8. Valley Grange #519 - Kevin joined the Grange because it is the nation’s oldest rural grassroots, advocacy organization that works to improve individuals, families, and communities. With a presence in more than 3,000 local communities, the Grange, founded in 1867, is a thread woven into America’s fabric. The Grange provides opportunities for individual and families to develop to their highest potential stronger community and states, as well as a stronger nation.
9. Governor Manchin's Transition Team - Kevin was selected to serve on Governor-Elect Manchin’s Policy Subcommittee on Disabilities in order to provide Manchin with information on relevant issues that will assist him in his administration.