Ernest (Big Mo) Mooring, Jr.

Ernest Mooring Jr. (Mayor of Navassa, North Carolina, candidate ...

Ernest is from Brooklyn, New York. He attended Alexander Vocational Technical High School. He lives with his children in Navassa. He is Baptist.

Ernest previously served on the Navassa Town Council from 2013 to 2017.

Plans to increase tax revenue through economic growth and housing development.

Supports developing a clean air initiative to reduce health risks, especially for vulnerable populations.

Believes clean air and water will make the city more livable and attract residents, saying "clean water and air strengthen property values in our city."

Plans to improve public safety by securing additional funding for police officers to ensure competitive wages and benefits.

Plans to increase police wages and benefits.

Supports developing a clean air initiative to reduce health risks and improve quality of life.

Plans to develop a testing and monitoring system to ensure clean water for all residents.

As of September 3, 2025, Ernest (Big Mo) Mooring, Jr. did not have a website or any information online.

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Economy

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Housing & Urban Development

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Jerry L. Merrick

Rose Terry

- The mayor leads the executive branch of local government, presiding over city council meetings, making sure city departments run smoothly, and providing services to citizens. 
- The mayor attends and runs City Council meetings, serving as an important leader for how local laws get set. These laws affect local services, such as Police, City Planning, Parks & Recreation, and Transportation.  
- The Mayor in some circumstances may vote to break a tie in council meetings. They do not have veto power.