Don Postler

Don Postler

Nonpartisan

Candidate, Dane County Board of Supervisors District 29

Dane County Board of Supervisors District 29

Tenure

2024 - Present

Term ends

2026

Years in position

1

Predecessor: Dave Ripp (Nonpartisan)

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Elections and appointments

Last election

April 2, 2024

Next election

February 17, 2026

Education

Bachelor's

Edgewood College, 2010

Personal

Birthplace

Madison, WI

Religion

Lutheran

Profession

Civil Servant

Don Postler is a member of the Dane County Board of Supervisors in Wisconsin, representing District 29. He assumed office on April 16, 2024. His current term ends on April 21, 2026.

Postler is running for re-election to the Dane County Board of Supervisors to represent District 29 in Wisconsin. He is on the ballot in the primary on February 17, 2026.^[source]

Biography

Don Postler was born in Madison, Wisconsin. He earned a bachelor's degree from Edgewood College in 2010. His career experience includes working as a civil servant.

Elections

2026

See also: Municipal elections in Dane County, Wisconsin (2026)

General election

The primary will occur on February 17, 2026. The general election will occur on April 7, 2026. General election candidates will be added here following the primary.

Nonpartisan primary

Nonpartisan primary election for Dane County Board of Supervisors District 29

Incumbent Don Postler (Nonpartisan) is running in the primary for Dane County Board of Supervisors District 29 on February 17, 2026.

		Candidate
		Don Postler (Nonpartisan)

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2024

See also: Municipal elections in Dane County, Wisconsin (2024)

General election

General election for Dane County Board of Supervisors District 29

Don Postler won election in the general election for Dane County Board of Supervisors District 29 on April 2, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Don Postler (Nonpartisan)	89.7	1,965
		Other/Write-in votes	10.3	226

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 2,191
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Nonpartisan primary election

The primary election was canceled. Don Postler advanced from the primary for Dane County Board of Supervisors District 29.

Endorsements

Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Postler in this election.

Campaign themes

2026

Ballotpedia survey responses

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2024

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Don Postler was born in Madison Wisconsin and raised in Sun Prairie. Don is a graduate of Sun Prairie High School and earned a bachelors degree in History with a minor in Policial Science from Edgewood College in Madison, Wisconsin. Don resides in Dane, Wisconsin where he serves on the Dane Village Board, having first been elected as a Trustee in 2018, and Village President since 2022.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• Conservation and sustainability. I believe we need to protect our natural resources that we have inherited so that the next generation is able to enjoy them.
• Workforce Housing. We need to ensure that Dane County is able to meet the demand of housing stock for the workers that make our community thrive.
• Mental Health. I believe we need to expand access to mental and behavioral health resources in Dane County.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I am passionate about improving public parks and conservation areas to ensure that our community is able to enjoy the bounty of our natural resources.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Honesty and Integrity

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

I am an excellent listener and an even better networker. I understand the challenges and know the person or office who is able to assist with the resolution!

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Listening and collegiality

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

I believe that a government of, by, and for the people needs to be an open book for all. An accountable government serves the people well.

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