📋 Page Under Development This page is under development and will be completed by September 2026. Information currently shown is general in nature and subject to change — it should not be relied upon for official election purposes. Candidate information, voting instructions, and official dates will be posted here once confirmed. Note: Local 60 is considering conducting this election by mail ballot — final voting procedures will be announced prior to the nomination meeting.
SMART-TD Local 60 will hold its triennial officer election in November 2026, as required by the SMART Constitution Article 21B. All active members in good standing are eligible to vote. This page will serve as the official Local 60 election information hub — nomination results, candidate information, voting instructions, and results will all be posted here.
2026 Election Timeline
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Aug
2026SMART-TD Sends Election Instructions The Transportation Division mails official election instructional packets to all Local presidents and secretaries. Templates for nomination notices are included. -
Sep
2026Address Update Deadline Members should ensure their current home address is on file with the Local Secretary. Ballot notices are mailed to the address on record — an outdated address means a missed ballot. Contact Marc F. Sussman (Local Secretary) to update your address. -
Oct
2026Nomination Meeting The Local Secretary posts a notice at least 10 days in advance indicating when and where nominations will take place. Any member in good standing may nominate from the floor — no seconding required. Self-nominations are permitted. If you cannot attend, a nomination petition signed by at least 5 members in good standing may be submitted. -
Oct
2026Ballot Mailing (at least 15 days before tabulation) Ballots are mailed to all eligible members at their address on record. The ballot itself serves as the election notice. “A” envelopes are used per SMART Constitution procedures. -
Nov
2026Election Tabulation Three Tellers retrieve ballots from the designated P.O. box and tabulate results. Results are reported to the SMART-TD Transportation Division at president_td@smart-union.org. -
Jan 1
2027New Officers Take Office Winning candidates assume their offices on January 1, 2027. Officers filling existing vacancies take office immediately upon election.
Positions Up for Election
The following Local 60 officer positions are up for election per SMART Constitution Article 21B, Section 56. Each position carries a three-year term beginning January 1, 2027.
President
Chief executive officer of the Local. Presides over meetings and represents the Local in all matters.
Vice President
Assists the President and assumes presidential duties when the President is unavailable.
Secretary & Treasurer
Maintains records, correspondence, and financial accounts of the Local.
Board of Trustees (3 seats)
Audits the Local’s finances and ensures compliance with the SMART Constitution and bylaws.
Legislative Representative
Represents the Local on legislative and political matters at the state and federal level.
Alternate Legislative Representative
Assists and substitutes for the Legislative Representative as needed.
Local Committee of Adjustment (LCA)
LCA positions are voted on separately by eligible craft members only. Multiple LCAs may have open positions — details to be posted after nominations.
Existing Vacancies
Any current vacancies (except Delegate/Alternate Delegate) will also be addressed during this election cycle.
Candidates
📋 Candidates to Be Posted After Nominations Nomination results will be posted here following the October 2026 nomination meeting. Check back after nominations close.
How to Vote
Voting method to be confirmed. Local 60 is considering conducting this election by mail ballot. Final voting procedures will be announced prior to the October nomination meeting. The information below reflects how a mail ballot election would work under SMART Constitution Article 21B, Section 57 — do not rely on it as confirmed procedure.
If conducted by mail ballot, here’s what to expect:
- Your ballot will be mailed to your home address on file with the Local Secretary at least 15 days before the tabulation date.
- The ballot will arrive in a mailing envelope containing an inner “A” envelope and a return envelope.
- Mark your ballot, seal it in the inner “A” envelope, place it in the return envelope, and mail it back.
- Ballots must be received — not just postmarked — by the tabulation deadline. Mail early.
- If you do not receive a ballot, contact the Local Secretary immediately: Marc F. Sussman.
- To be eligible to vote, all dues and assessments must be paid in advance, before the first day of the month in which they are due (Article 21B, Section 49).
Update your address now. Your ballot goes to the address on record. If you’ve moved and haven’t updated your address, you will not receive a ballot. Contact Local Secretary Marc F. Sussman or update your address directly at smart-union.org/td.
Running for Office
Any active member in good standing is eligible to run for Local office. Here’s what you need to know:
Who is eligible to run? Any member in good standing. Dues must be current per Article 21B, Section 49. The LMRDA guarantees every member in good standing the right to nominate candidates, run for office, and vote by secret ballot.
How do I get nominated? Nominations are taken from the floor at the October nomination meeting. No seconding is required. You may self-nominate. If you can’t attend, submit a nomination petition signed by at least 5 members in good standing, stating the position you seek.
Can I run for more than one office? No. No member may be nominated for or elected to more than one office or position in the Local.
What if I’m nominated but not present at the meeting? If you are nominated but not present, you will be dropped from the list of nominees unless you notify the Secretary within 5 days that you accept the nomination.
What if only one person is nominated for a position? If only one member is nominated for a position, that member may be declared elected by acclamation — no ballot needed.
Do I have the right to campaign? Yes. Under the LMRDA, every candidate has the right to distribute campaign literature to members. The Local must provide you access to the membership mailing list at your expense. You prepare the materials; the Local provides the addresses.
What about LCA positions? Only members with seniority in the craft represented by that LCA may nominate, be nominated for, or vote in that LCA election. Separate ballots are provided for each craft.
Your Rights as a Member
LMRDA — Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act
Federal law guarantees the following rights to every union member in good standing during a Local officer election:- The right to nominate candidates for office
- The right to run for office, subject to reasonable qualifications uniformly applied
- The right to vote by secret ballot
- The right to support the candidate of your choice without interference, retaliation, or coercion
- The right to have your ballot kept secret
- The right to have election irregularities investigated by the U.S. Department of Labor
- The right as a candidate to inspect the membership list and distribute campaign literature at your own expense
Election complaints: If you believe election rules have been violated, raise the issue with the Local Election Committee as soon as possible — before tabulation if possible. Post-election complaints may be filed with the U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Labor-Management Standards (OLMS) within one year of the election. Phone: 1-866-487-2365 | dol.gov/agencies/olms
Election Results
📋 Results to Be Posted After Tabulation Official results will be posted here following the November 2026 tabulation. New officers take office January 1, 2027.
Election Contacts
Local Secretary — Marc F. Sussman
For address updates, nomination questions, ballot issues, and general election inquiries.
Contact via the Local 60 Contact Page
SMART-TD Transportation Division President’s Department
For constitutional questions and election procedure guidance.
Phone: (216) 228-9400
Email: president_td@smart-union.org
Election results reporting: (216) 228-5755 (fax) or by mail to:
SMART Transportation Division, 24950 Country Club Blvd., Ste. 340, North Olmsted, OH 44070-5333
U.S. Department of Labor — Office of Labor-Management Standards (OLMS)
For questions about member rights or to file an election complaint.
Phone: 1-866-487-2365 | dol.gov/agencies/olms
For address updates, nomination questions, ballot issues, and general election inquiries.
Contact via the Local 60 Contact Page
SMART-TD Transportation Division President’s Department
For constitutional questions and election procedure guidance.
Phone: (216) 228-9400
Email: president_td@smart-union.org
Election results reporting: (216) 228-5755 (fax) or by mail to:
SMART Transportation Division, 24950 Country Club Blvd., Ste. 340, North Olmsted, OH 44070-5333
U.S. Department of Labor — Office of Labor-Management Standards (OLMS)
For questions about member rights or to file an election complaint.
Phone: 1-866-487-2365 | dol.gov/agencies/olms
This page is maintained by SMART-TD Local 60. Election procedures are governed by the SMART Constitution Article 21B and the Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act (LMRDA). For official election guidance, consult the SMART-TD Transportation Division President’s Department at (216) 228-9400.