Governor Tim Pawlenty today announced the reappointment of Lee J. Himle and Marina Muñoz Lyon to the Housing Finance Agency. Both members are appointed to four-year terms that expire on January 3, 2011.

Himle, of Spring Valley, has been the owner of Himle Insurance Agency since 1974. Himle has been a public 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 public member of the Housing Finance Agency since 2000.

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