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Richard Conaway
Title: Animal Control Officer
Phone: 219-365-6235
Email Richard Conaway
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Joined the St. John Police Department in 1977, was promoted to Corporal in 2002 and after 29 years of service he retired in September of 2006. He graduated from Lake Central High School in 1971 and obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Criminology from Indiana State University in 1976.
During his 29 years of service he spent the last 15 in Juvenile investigations and as Officer Friendly. In December 2006, Corporal Conaway became a Reserve Officer with the Department so he can continue his duties as Officer Friendly.
In January of 2007, Officer Conaway accepted the position of Animal Control Officer for the Town of St John. His goals are to provide more efficient services to our citizens. His duties will include ensuring that pets are licensed with the Town.
Officer Conaway has been active in the community, serving the Park Board 5 years, (3 years as President) and a member of St. John Youth Baseball during which time he founded the St. John Babe Ruth League and the 12 year old 4th of July Baseball Tournament. Rick umpired for the SJYB League along with being an I.H.S.A.A. Basketball Official since 1976. Fishing on Lake Michigan and gardening are Rick's hobbies.
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