This Superior Telegram article, published July 18, 2023, by reporter Shelley Nelson, details the findings of Douglas County District Attorney Mark Fruehauf regarding Wisconsin’s open meetings law violations by the City of Superior Tourism Development Commission. The DA concluded that the commission’s January 3, 2023 meeting was improperly noticed, with the agenda posted only four and a half hours before the meeting rather than the required 24 hours.

The investigation began after former commission member Bruce Barron filed three complaints alleging open meetings and open records violations. While one open meetings violation was confirmed, no forfeitures were sought due to corrective measures by the city, including training by City Attorney Frog Prell. Mayor Jim Paine and Councilor Lindsey Graskey were mentioned for their roles in delayed records production. The report emphasized education and compliance to restore public trust in open government proceedings.