MARSHFIELD, WI (WSAU-WDLB) — Hearings begin Friday evening for the case involving Marshfield Mayor Bob McManus.
Starting Friday, March 19th at 6 p.m. the Marshfield City Council will hear opening statements in the case against Mayor McManus. WDLB Radio is reporting that the hearings will run until Tuesday, March 23rd, and will run similarly to a court trial. Fifteen witnesses have been subpoenaed to testify in the case, who will be subject to stay on topic regarding the complaint.
The complaint against McManus, filed by Andy Keogh of the city’s Fire and Police Commission, alleges the Mayor took actions that violated laws and ethical standards set by the city. The exact details of the complaint have not been disclosed, but it’s said that they may center around activity on the Mayor’s city-issued cell phone
City Alders will be acting as the jury in the case, and have been advised by Attorney James Kalny to remain impartial and let the evidence guide their decision. He added that while they are normally encouraged to take and process feedback from their constituents in this case, they shouldn’t do that.
Any action as a result of the hearings would require near-unanimous (80% or 8/10) approval from alders on the Council.
