Two Candidates Vie for Brown County Board District 1 Seat

Megan Martens and Dawn Schampers compete to succeed retiring incumbent Ron Antonneau.

Mar. 13, 2026 at 10:06am

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Residents in Green Bay's northeastern corner will see a new face on the Brown County Board following the April 7 election. The incumbent, Ron Antonneau, is not seeking reelection in the district, so newcomers Megan Martens and Dawn Schampers will vie for the seat.

Why it matters

This election will determine who will represent District 1 on the Brown County Board, which is responsible for overseeing county-level policies and budgets that impact local residents. The new supervisor will need to address key issues like public safety and taxes that are top concerns for constituents in the district.

The details

Martens and Schampers have both shared their backgrounds and priorities ahead of the election. Martens, a therapist, says she wants to ensure residents feel heard and represented, while Schampers pledges to be an engaged, accessible representative who puts residents first. Both candidates have outlined plans to address public safety and fiscal responsibility if elected.

  • The election will take place on April 7, 2026.
  • Antonneau, the incumbent, is not seeking reelection.

The players

Megan Martens

A candidate for the Brown County Board District 1 seat who has a background in therapy and says she wants to ensure residents feel heard and represented.

Dawn Schampers

A candidate for the Brown County Board District 1 seat who says she is committed to listening, collaboration, and practical leadership to address issues like public safety and taxes.

Ron Antonneau

The incumbent Brown County Board District 1 supervisor who is not seeking reelection.

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What they’re saying

“I am running for County Board because I want people to feel heard and represented. My background in therapy has taught me how to listen carefully, understand different perspectives, and approach challenges with compassion and accountability.”

— Megan Martens, Candidate

“I am running for County Board because I believe local government should be rooted in service, not apathy or agenda‑driven decision‑making. Through my observations of local government, I have seen too many residents feel unheard or dismissed.”

— Dawn Schampers, Candidate

What’s next

Voters in Brown County's District 1 will head to the polls on April 7, 2026 to elect their new County Board supervisor.

The takeaway

This election will determine who will represent the interests of District 1 residents on the Brown County Board, with the new supervisor needing to address key issues like public safety and taxes. Both candidates have emphasized the importance of listening to constituents and working collaboratively to find solutions.