2026 Budget Proposal Heads To Superior City Council

SUPERIOR, Wis. — Superior Mayor Jim Paine released his 2026 budget proposal, which is heavily focused on infrastructure and public safety.

In addition, Paine says the budget will decrease the city’s property tax levy by 1.55%, while maintaining Superior’s spending levels for all city services.

“This budget lowers the tax levy. We are one of the only municipalities, probably the only municipality doing that in the Twin Ports,” said Paine.

“It heavily invests in our infrastructure, it makes new investments in new infrastructure, like at the golf course or ConnectSuperior, our broadband program, all while maintaining vital services and improving a lot of our day-to-day operations.”

The budget also includes the city’s projected spending until 2030. Mayor Paine believes planning the next five years is what will build a stronger future for Superior.

“The city of superior has been improving its fiscal health for years now, and this budget helps demonstrate that we are clearly the strongest city in the Twin Ports in terms of fiscal health, and one of the strongest in the state of Wisconsin,” said the mayor.

The 2026 budget now heads to city council for a vote.

The budget includes the building of a new fire hall in the North End of the Superior, dedicating funding for firefighter mental health, and growing the staffing levels within the Superior Police Department.