City Hall’s focus on silencing critics distracts from budget duties. They should prioritize genuine civic engagement and financial responsibility instead.
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Superior’s City Clowncil—Lawsuits, Lead, DIY Alleys, and an HR Dumpster Fire
(SoupNutz’s guide to the ten-ring circus where residents chip-in for asphalt while City Hall chips-in excuses.)
Meet the Cast of Chaos
- Nicholas Ledin
- Sarah Anderson
- Garner Moffat
- Jack Sweeney
- Joseph Radtke
- Tylor Elm
- Ruth Ludwig
- Mike Herrick
- Robert Hering
- Lindsey Graskey
(Official roster: City Councilor Information page.)
Civil-Rights Lawsuits Keep Piling Up
| Case | What Happened | Clowncil Action |
|---|---|---|
| Cuypers v. Taylor | DoorDash driver tased. | “We’ll review.” |
| Brown Deposition | SPD brass grilled. | “We’ll study.” |
| Lerette v. City | Lactating officer tracked. | “We’ll webinar.” |
Three federal suits, zero city-wide re-training. HR’s latest brainstorm? A mindfulness lunch-and-learn.
Lead Pipes Flow, Grants Go
Council rejected free federal cash to replace toxic lines—paperwork “too hard.” Kids still sip metal tea while golf-course turf enjoys $4 million in crystal-clear irrigation. Priorities!
DIY Alley Paving—Bring Your Checkbook
Want a smooth alley? The city says get your neighbors together, pass the hat, and pay Public Works to blacktop it. Infrastructure now runs on GoFundMe vibes.
HR = “Haphazardly Rostered”
No bias, de-escalation, or open-meetings refreshers. Maybe outsource HR to someone who can spell Title VII without Google.
Forefather Reality Check
“A little rebellion now and then is a good thing.” — Thomas Jefferson
Translation: If City Hall won’t fix itself, voters will.
Mic-Drop
Civil-rights payouts, poisoned taps, crowd-funded alleys, and an HR office asleep at the switch. Outsource the training, pave the streets on city dime, replace the pipes, and maybe the next settlement check won’t need a comma.
Mayor Jim Paines Echo Chamber Loses Labor Support
Mayor Jim’s crew faces backlash over union job losses tied to the NTEC plant. Hard hats demand real support, not empty speeches.
Mayor Jim “Petty” Paine Stars in “Honey, I Shrunk Accountability”
Superior’s appeal hints at a courtroom farce where accountability is absent, and taxpayers bear the brunt of the spectacle.
Updated Federal Rights Complaint Alleges a Toxic Mix of Sex Bias, Surveillance, and More Constitutional Neglect
In a shocking expose, one police officer’s pregnancy reveals systemic sexism and harassment within the department, spotlighting urgent issues of workplace equality.
Superior Spent $50,000 So Mayor Jim Paine Could Nap in Peace
Mayor Jim Paine claims transparency over a known conflict in promotions, but this scandal reveals a troubling lack of accountability in City Hall.
Milwaukee Officer Misuses Surveillance A Warning on Abuse and Trust
Milwaukee officer charged for misusing surveillance tech highlights growing concerns over mass surveillance and public trust issues in Wisconsin.
City Hall Blows $1.3 MILLION Past Budget Limits
City departments exceeded budgets significantly, raising questions about fiscal oversight. Discover which departments are over budget and by how much.
Court Docs – LeRette v. City of Superior (March 7, 2025)
Mikayla LeRette sues the City of Superior for warrantless GPS tracking and inadequate lactation space, alleging civil rights violations.
Election 2026: Voters vs. the Budget That Ate Superior
Superior’s budget surged nearly 50% despite a shrinking population. Voters face key decisions in April impacting future city spending.
Mayor Jim Paines Texts Read Like City Hall Tried to Workshop a Coup
Mayor Jim Paine’s texts raise questions of political integrity, suggesting a scripted public meeting rather than true reform. Taxpayers should be alert!