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Superior’s 2026 mayor’s office budget shows $312,168 for 2 FTE with Mayor Jim Paine and Chief of Staff Becky Scherf, including benefits, overtime, and telephone.

Soupnutz Add-On: The Weird Stuff In Mayor Jim’s Office Budget

in City Council Superior Wisconsin City of Superior Mayor Jim Paine on May 15, 2026 May 21, 2026

Superior’s mayor’s office budget is costly, featuring unique line items like overtime and a Chief of Staff, raising questions about taxpayer value.

“Honk if Your Wallet Got Pained” on a yellow car with Mayor Jim Pain, City Hall signs, tax-budget money, and bold red-and-white grunge text.

Pick The Bumper Sticker That Hurts City Hall’s Feelings

in Chief of Staff City Council Superior Wisconsin City of Superior Garner Moffat Jack "Lead Pipes" Sweeney Lindsey "Open Meetings" Graskey Mayor Jim Paine Nick Ledin Sarah Anderson Tylor Elm on May 14, 2026 May 21, 2026

We’re putting the bumper stickers to a vote, because democracy should occasionally do something useful between potholes and press releases. Pick the one you’d actually slap on your car, truck, laptop, beer fridge, or emotionally…

Superior City Hall’s “The Boutique Mayor’s Office” scene with Jim Paine and Paine, showing luxury pricing and an overtime bill totaling $312,168.

Superior’s Paine Premium Strikes Again

in City Council Superior Wisconsin City Hall City of Superior Mayor Jim Paine on May 13, 2026 May 18, 2026

Superior’s mayor’s office budget outpaces peers, costing residents more for less. Explore the spending disparity and its implications.

In Superior Wisconsin’s office scene, Mayor Jim Paine signs approved papers as a clock reads Overtime o’clock, with Chief of Overtime at 178.5 hours.

178.5 Hours of Overtime and Not a Pothole Filled

in City Council Superior Wisconsin City of Superior Mayor Jim Paine on April 29, 2026 May 18, 2026

Discover how the city’s desk job transforms into a lucrative overtime role, turning public service into a money-making sitcom. Follow the money!

Jim Paine stands with folded arms in front of a stormy, snow-filled scene featuring City Hall, a police car, and scattered papers, representing SoupNutz coverage.

Mayor Jim “Petty” Paine Stars in “Honey, I Shrunk Accountability”

in City Hall City of Superior Garner Moffat Mayor Jim Paine Nick Ledin Police Department on March 30, 2026 March 30, 2026

Superior’s appeal hints at a courtroom farce where accountability is absent, and taxpayers bear the brunt of the spectacle.

Image showing a comparison between the United States Senate and Douglas County Board with member counts and population representation.

Why Douglas County Should Record and Share Its Government Meetings

in Douglas County Douglas County Board Mark Liebaert on March 1, 2025 March 13, 2025

Uncover the mystery of Douglas County’s Teams meetings, where recordings disappear and details are unclear, lacking transparency on crucial discussions and taxpayer spending. Join our investigation.

superior wi mayor jim paine and his magic well of numbers

SoupNutz Episode 14 – BREAKING NEWS! : Superior Mayor Found Burying Numbers in Deep, Dark Hole!

in City Hall City of Superior Jenny Van Sickle "Mayors Wife" Mayor Jim Paine on January 31, 2025 April 30, 2026

In Superior, Mayor Jim spins tales while neglecting streets. A cautionary tale of leaders valuing self-interest over community needs.

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