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Superior Today
By the People, for the People
Local Businessman Joe Radtke Runs for Superior City Council
Radtke's leadership at Barkers Island Marina and Rotary Dragon Boat Festival cited as qualifications
Mar. 21, 2026 at 1:00pm
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Joe Radtke, a longtime local business leader in Superior, Wisconsin, is running for the Superior City Council's 5th District seat. Radtke has managed the Barkers Island Marina since its inception and chaired the city's internationally renowned Rotary-sponsored Dragon Boat Festival, demonstrating his commitment to the community and strong organizational skills.
Why it matters
Radtke's candidacy represents a local business leader seeking to bring his experience and problem-solving abilities to city government at a time when Superior is looking to grow and maintain its status as a regional hub in northern Wisconsin.
The details
Radtke has managed the Barkers Island Marina, one of Superior's most prominent businesses, since the marina's early days, helping turn it into a flagship attraction for the city. He has also chaired the Superior Rotary's Dragon Boat Festival, a major annual event that showcases the city. Supporters cite Radtke's hard work, competence, personability, and willingness to compromise as key attributes that would serve him well on the City Council.
- Joe Radtke is running for the Superior City Council's 5th District seat in the 2026 election.
The players
Joe Radtke
A longtime local business leader in Superior, Wisconsin, who is running for the Superior City Council's 5th District seat.
Mike and Jane Meehan
Superior residents who are supporting Radtke's City Council candidacy.
What they’re saying
“We are very excited to hear our good friend, and neighbor Joe Radtke is running for the Superior City Council, 5th District. We are confident he will do an outstanding job.”
— Mike and Jane Meehan, Superior residents
The takeaway
Radtke's candidacy represents an opportunity for a respected local business leader to bring his experience and problem-solving skills to city government, potentially helping Superior continue to grow and maintain its status as a regional hub in northern Wisconsin.
