Who is Bryan E. Smith?

Bryan E. Smith is a lifelong Macon County, Illinois resident and candidate for Macon County Clerk. He began his public service career at age 19 when he was elected Long Creek Township Clerk in 1985 — the youngest elected township official in Illinois at the time. He served 35 years at the Township Officials of Illinois, including 25 years as Executive Director/CEO, and 18 years as an elected member of the Macon County Board. He holds a B.A. in Political Science from Millikin University.

What does the Macon County Clerk do?

The Macon County Clerk's office administers elections, maintains vital records (births, deaths, and marriages), handles tax extensions and tax redemptions, serves as Clerk to the Macon County Board, and is the official keeper of county records. These responsibilities are nonpartisan by nature — there is no Republican or Democratic way to issue a birth certificate or run a fair election. The office demands integrity, accuracy, and professionalism above all.

Why is Bryan Smith running for Macon County Clerk?

Bryan is running to restore public confidence in the County Clerk's office and to ensure Macon County residents receive the fair, friendly, and professional services they deserve. He has spent his entire career training local government officials to follow the law, and believes that when public servants follow the law with integrity, the result is government that works for everyone. His motto is: 'When you follow the law, integrity follows.'

What experience does Bryan Smith have?

Bryan has over 40 years of experience in local, county, and state government. He served 35 years at the Township Officials of Illinois (25 as Executive Director/CEO), 18 years on the Macon County Board (chairing the committee with direct oversight of the County Clerk's office), 25 years on the National Association of Towns and Townships Board of Directors, and 17 years on the Macon County Mental Health 708 Board. He has been directly involved in budgeting for the County Clerk's office and has trained officials across Illinois on government law compliance.

How can I support Bryan Smith's campaign?

You can support Bryan's campaign by volunteering (yard signs, canvassing, events), joining his email list for updates, or making a financial contribution at smithformaconcountyclerk.com. Donations are processed securely through ActBlue. Paid for by Friends of Bryan E. Smith for Macon County Clerk.

Meet Bryan E. Smith

Experience you can trust.

Bryan has been involved in public service his entire life. His first official position was when he was just 19 years old.

A Strong History

6th Generation resident of Long Creek Township, Macon County, Illinois

Educated in Mt. Zion and Decatur Public Schools

1987 Graduate of Millikin University, Decatur, Illinois with a B.A. Degree in Political Science

Employed for 35 years at the Township Officials of Illinois. First served as Associate Director for 9 years and then named Executive Director/CEO in 1996, only the third person in the Association’s over 100-year history to serve in that position. Served for 25 years, the second longest serving CEO for the Association. He also served for 25 years as Editor of the association’s magazine, Township Perspective.

Represented Illinois on the National Association of Towns and Townships (NATaT) Board of Directors for 25 years, serving as Secretary/Treasurer, Vice President and two different terms as President.

Began his service in township government when he was elected as Long Creek Township Clerk in 1985 at the age of 19. Was the youngest elected township official in the State of Illinois at the time. Re-Elected Long Creek Township Clerk in 1989. Appointed as Long Creek Township Supervisor in 1992. Elected as Long Creek Township Supervisor in 1993 and served until 1996. Appointed in 2019 as Long Creek Township Clerk to replace his late father who had held the position for 23 years. Nominated and elected as Long Creek Township Clerk in 2021 and served until 2023.

Served for 18 years as an elected member of the Macon County Board where he Chaired the Committee with direct oversight of the County Clerk’s office and was involved in developing the budget for the office each year. He has also served as an elected Library District Trustee and as an appointed Trustee for the Fire Protection District.

In 2022 he qualified and was appointed to the Macon County Board of Review.

Elected Precinct Committeeperson in Long Creek #3 for several years and became Chairman of the Macon County Democratic Central Committee in 2024. Chair of the Long Creek Township Democratic Central Committee since 2022.

Served for 17 years as a member of the Macon County Mental Health 708 Board and served two terms as President of the Board.

Started BS Consulting where he assists townships and road districts with budgetary issues and other concerns.

Substitute teacher at the high school level in Macon County

At home, he is the father of two daughters. Kayleigh, a recent graduate of the University of Wisconsin Eau Claire, and Kelcie, a sophomore at the University of South Carolina Beaufort; a grouchy 13 year old cat named Sparkles, a 6 year old Mini Goldendoodle named Cash, and a rambunctious kitten named Winny. He also cares for his 99 year old mother, Wanda who resides at Tanglewood.

“When you follow the law, integrity follows.”

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