Posts tagged civic accountability

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City Hall’s Thirst for Power: Will Superior’s Water Become Jim’s Latest Blunder?

in City Hall City of Superior Garner Moffat Jenny Van Sickle Mayor Jim Paine Ruth Ludwig Tylor Elm on January 13, 2025 February 13, 2025

The debate on taking control of Superior Water Light and Power has been messy, with concerns like lead pipes. Superior needs a transparent water system focused on public welfare, but bottled water may be safer for now.

The image depicts a somber city hall in Superior, Wisconsin, illuminated by a single streetlight casting shadows over its entrance, hinting at the ongoing investigations. A "closed for audit" sign hangs prominently on the doors. Inside, glimpses of officials are visible in silhouette, gathered around a table laden with files and paperwork, exuding tension and urgency. A stern-faced mayor addresses a small assembly of anxious city employees and police officers. Faint details of headlines, like "Embezzlement Scandal" and "Audit Results Pending," peek from crumpled newspapers scattered near the entrance. The overall scene is dimly lit and evokes a mood of secrecy and unresolved tension, underscoring the weight of past misdeeds and the pressing need for accountability.

Superior’s 2005 Audit Uncovers Employee Theft, Incompetence, and the Art of Shrugging It Off

in City Hall City of Superior District Attorney Douglas County Fire Department on August 7, 2005 June 12, 2025

In 2005, Superior, Wisconsin faced alarming audit revelations, prompting a probe into city fund misappropriation, raising urgent concerns about oversight and accountability.