Kathy Moore - Muskegon County Public Health Director

Kathy Moore, Muskegon County’s longtime Public Health Director and its most senior employee, joins DJ Hilson on Muskegon County Municipalities at Work to share her 35 years of experience serving in wastewater, airport operations, county administration, and public health leadership. She outlines the wide range of services delivered by the health department, from restaurant and pool inspections to immunizations, communicable-disease management, maternal and child health programs, and community outreach. Moore reflects on navigating COVID-19 with transparency and collaboration, emphasizes partnerships with local municipalities and Trinity Health, and highlights the growing need for new public health professionals skilled in science, clinical care, education, and digital communication. Her message underscores that public service is a meaningful, long-term career with deep community impact. #MuskegonCounty #PublicHealth #CommunityWellness #LocalGovernment #PublicService #HealthDepartment #MuskegonProud #WorkforceDevelopment #CommunitySafety #MuskegonRising