Superior’s mayor’s office budget outpaces peers, costing residents more for less. Explore the spending disparity and its implications.
Mayor Jim Paines Re-Election Platform Is Direct Deposit
Local politics morph into a lifestyle as teachers and city workers keep communities running while politicians evade regular life.
178.5 Hours of Overtime and Not a Pothole Filled
Discover how the city’s desk job transforms into a lucrative overtime role, turning public service into a money-making sitcom. Follow the money!
FOIA: Mayor James Paine Salary Hits $100K – 2018-2025
Discover how Mayor James W. Paine’s consistent salary growth and daily work entries reflect a stable compensation structure funded by taxpayers.
FOIA: Legal Bills Hit $1.9K – Walgreens Case (Feb 2025)
Review of a February invoice reveals fragmented legal work for the City of Superior, raising concerns about costs and accountability in public funds.
FOIA CITY-Superior Telegram Spending Breakdown 2025
Concerns arise over municipal spending on public notices, highlighting reliance on costly vendors and lack of competitive bidding. Transparency is essential.
$52.88 a Day Might Buy More Than Ads
Is taxpayer funding influencing local journalism? Explore how city ads shape newspaper coverage and accountability. #LocalNews #JournalismIntegrity
FOIA REQUEST – Paine Water Claims: Fact or Fiction?
Mayor Jim Paine’s water utility claims face scrutiny as public records seek evidence behind his bold statements on costs and ownership.
📺 Coming Soon to YouTube—Hide Your Expectations
Join us this summer for The Council Clown Show on YouTube, blending reality with laughs as we animate Jim Paine’s wildest moments!
008 DNR FOIA-Paine Easement Emails Expose DNR-Superior
Email exchange reveals tension in evaluating the Paine property’s conservation value, highlighting internal decision-making over direct owner engagement.