Saint Paul -- Governor Tim Pawlenty today announced the appointment of Paul Gaston to the Housing Finance Agency Board. Gaston is appointed to a new public member position for a four-year term that expires on January 7, 2008.

Gaston, of Vadnais Heights, is a partner and manager of E.D.S., Inc. and a member of the Vadnais Heights City Council. He was a member and chair of the Vadnais Heights Planning Commission and Ramsey Action Programs. Gaston also served on the Vadnais Heights Land-Use Advisory Council, and was a member of the Metropolitan Council Minority Issues Advisory Council.

The 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.