Governor Tim Pawlenty today announced the appointment of Troy Olsen to the Capitol Area Architectural and Planning (CAAP) Board.

Olsen, of Brooklyn Park, is an assistant sergeant-at-arms for the Minnesota House of Representatives. He has held a number of positions with the House since 1992, including chief sergeant-at-arms and constituent services director for the House Republican Caucus for 10 years. Olsen replaces Jean Velleu as a public member for a four-year term that expires on January 3, 2011.

The Capitol Area Architectural and Planning Board is responsible for the architecture, urban design, and comprehensive land-use planning in the capitol area of St. Paul, exercises zoning and design review authority, and oversees redevelopment of the north capitol area. The board consists of 10 members, including four appointed by the Governor.