Moore was founded during the land-run of 1889. The early settlers came on train, horseback, wagons, and some, on foot.  According to local historians, the town's original name was "Verbeck" as designated by the railroad company. However, a railroad employee named Al Moore, reported to be either a conductor or a brakeman, lived in a boxcar at the camp and had difficulty receiving his mail. He painted his name - "Moore" - on a board and nailed it on the boxcar. When a postmaster was appointed, he continued to call the settlement Moore. When the town incorporated in 1893 the name was legalized.

The original town site comprised a small area bounded by the present NE 3rd Street on the north and SE 4th Street on the south; the eastern limit was situated about one and a half blocks east of the railroad and the western edge about two and a half blocks west of the railroad.

The little town slumbered comfortably for seventy years -- then it exploded in a frenzy of expansion and development that attracted attention nationwide. In 1961 approximately 21.6 square miles of additional territory was annexed and Moore became a city in 1962. The decade of the 60’s saw Moore’s population soar.

The 1970 census showed an increase of more than 950% for a total of 18,761. The 1980 Census recorded 35,063 residents - an 86% growth rate. Moore continued to grow during the 80's, with the 1990 Census indicating a 15% increase to 40,318.  

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The Public Safety and Emergency Services team in the City of Moore, Oklahoma, is responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of the community through effective law enforcement and emergency response. This team includes police officers, a deputy chief, a chief of police, crime analysts, and emergency dispatchers who collaborate to respond to emergencies, investigate crimes, and enhance public safety. Their mission encompasses crime prevention, community engagement, and efficient emergency dispatching to protect and serve the residents of Moore.

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