Martin B. Moore

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Martin Moore
Member of the
Alaska House of Representatives
In office
1971–1972
Personal details
Born(1937-04-12)April 12, 1937
Emmonak, Alaska, U.S.
DiedFebruary 3, 2022(2022-02-03) (aged 84)
Bethel, Alaska, U.S.
ProfessionCity Manager

Martin B. Moore Sr. (April 12, 1937 – February 3, 2022) was an American politician from Alaska.

Biography

Moore was born in Emmonak and raised in the traditional Yup'ik way of life. He attended a Bureau of Indian Affairs school in Emmonak and then attended high school in Bethel. After graduating from high school, Moore worked for the Alaska Native Service as a community aide and a health aide. He also served as a member of the Emmonak City Council.

In 1970, Moore was elected to the Alaska House of Representatives. He served one term in the House, where he advocated for rural Alaska communities and for Alaska Native rights. After leaving the House, Moore served as the city manager of Emmonak for over 30 years. In this role, he oversaw the construction of new schools, roads, and other infrastructure in Emmonak. He also worked to improve the lives of Alaska Native people in the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta region by promoting economic development and advocating for improved access to healthcare and education. [1]

Moore was a respected leader in the Alaska Native community. He was a board member of the Calista Corporation, a regional Alaska Native corporation, and the Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation. He was also a member of the Alaska Federation of Natives. [2]

Moore died from COVID-19 complications[1] on February 3, 2022, at the age of 84.[2][3]

References

  1. ^ "Emmonak leader Martin B. Moore Sr. dies from COVID, remembered as a tireless fighter for Alaska Native people". Alaska Public Media. February 11, 2022. Retrieved February 11, 2022.
  2. ^ "Governor Dunleavy Recognizes the Passing of Former Legislator Martin Moore Sr". Office of Governor Mike Dunleavy. Archived from the original on February 6, 2022. Retrieved February 6, 2022.
  3. ^ "Flags to fly at half-staff Friday in honor of former lawmaker". February 3, 2022. Retrieved February 6, 2022.