Saint Paul -- Governor Tim Pawlenty today announced the reappointment of Lee Himle and Marina Lyon to the Housing Finance Agency. Both are appointed to public member positions for four-year terms that expire on January 1, 2007.

Himle, of Spring Valley, has been the owner of the Himle Insurance Agency since 1974. Himle has been a member of the Housing Finance Agency since 1996.

Lyon, of St. Paul, is vice president of public affairs for the Pohlad Companies in Minneapolis. Lyon has been a member of the Housing Finance Agency since 2000.

The Housing Finance Agency provides housing for low and moderate-income persons. The agency consists of seven members, including five public members appointed by the Governor.