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Gardena council recognizes SMART as exclusive representative for GTrans bus operators

5967803 · October 15, 2025
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Summary

The Gardena City Council adopted Resolution No. 6713 to establish a separate bus-operator bargaining unit and certify the International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers (SMART) as the exclusive representative. The decision followed a state mediation card check showing majority support and passed 5-0.

The Gardena City Council on Oct. 14 adopted Resolution No. 6713 to establish a distinct bus-operator bargaining unit for GTrans and certify the International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers (SMART) as the unit’s exclusive employee representative.

The council’s unanimous vote followed staff confirmation of a petition and a state mediation and conciliation services (SMCS) card check that verified majority support among the affected classifications. City staff said the proposed bus operator unit includes bus…

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