Green Bay City Council, Brown County Board Election Results Announced

Incumbents hold onto seats, with one council member losing reelection bid

Apr. 8, 2026 at 5:37am

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A dimly lit, cinematic painting of an empty city council chamber podium, with warm light streaming in through a window and deep shadows cast across the room, conceptually representing the transition of power in local government.The Green Bay City Council chamber reflects the community's political landscape, with a mix of familiar and new faces set to guide the city's future.Green Bay Today

In the April 7 municipal elections in Green Bay, Wisconsin, six of the seven incumbent Green Bay City Council members running in contested races were reelected, while one incumbent, Craig Stevens, lost his bid for reelection to challenger Doug Orlowski. Additionally, two newcomers, Ben DeBaker and Jon Shelton, were elected to fill seats being vacated on the City Council.

Why it matters

The Green Bay City Council plays a crucial role in governing the city, making decisions on local issues that impact residents' daily lives. The election results reflect the community's priorities and preferences, and the new council composition could lead to policy shifts on key matters facing the city.

The details

The April 7 election saw a mix of incumbent victories and new faces joining the Green Bay City Council. Six of the seven incumbents running in contested races were reelected, maintaining a level of experience and continuity on the council. However, one incumbent, Craig Stevens, lost his reelection bid to challenger Doug Orlowski. Additionally, two newcomers, Ben DeBaker and Jon Shelton, were elected to fill seats being vacated on the council.

  • The municipal elections in Green Bay were held on April 7, 2026.
  • The new City Council members will be sworn in and begin their terms in the coming weeks.

The players

Craig Stevens

Incumbent Green Bay City Council member who lost his reelection bid.

Doug Orlowski

Challenger who defeated incumbent Craig Stevens in the Green Bay City Council election.

Ben DeBaker

Newcomer elected to the Green Bay City Council, filling a seat being vacated.

Jon Shelton

Newcomer elected to the Green Bay City Council, filling a seat being vacated.

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What they’re saying

“I'm honored to have the trust of the community and look forward to serving on the City Council.”

— Ben DeBaker, Newly elected Green Bay City Council member

What’s next

The newly elected and reelected City Council members will be sworn in and begin their terms in the coming weeks, setting the stage for the next two years of local governance in Green Bay.

The takeaway

The Green Bay City Council election results reflect a mix of continuity and change, with most incumbents retaining their seats but also some new faces joining the council. This composition will likely shape the city's policy priorities and decision-making in the years ahead.