GARDENA, CA (April 9, 2026) The City of Gardena is preparing to hold a Statewide Direct Primary Election on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. Residents are encouraged to become familiar with their voting options as early as possible, including vote-by-mail, secure ballot drop boxes, and in-person vote centers.
What Gardena voters can expect on the ballot
A total of five elected positions are open in the upcoming election:
Mayor
Two City Council seats
City Treasurer
City Clerk
The position of Mayor is on the ballot, and incumbent Mayor Tasha Cerda is seeking re-election.
VOTING METHODS
Vote by Mail
Each active registered voter will receive a vote-by-mail ballot.
Vote-by-mail ballots are expected to begin mailing by May 4, 2026.
Voters may return their completed ballot:
By mail (using the provided return envelope)
At a secure drop box
At a vote center
Secure Vote-by-Mail Drop Boxes in Gardena (24 hours)
The following Gardena locations will offer secure vote-by-mail drop boxes.
Rowley Park Auditorium: 24-hour drop box open May 4 - June 2, 2026
Nakaoka Community Center: Drop box open 24 hours, May 4 - June 2, 2026
Vote in Person at Gardena Vote Centers
Residents may also vote in person at the following Gardena vote centers.
Rush Gymnasium (11-Day Vote Center)
May 23 - June 1, 2026: 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
June 2, 2026 (Election Day): 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Rowley Park Gymnasium (4-Day Vote Center)
May 30 - June 1, 2026: 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
June 2, 2026 (Election Day): 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Amestoy Elementary School (4-Day Vote Center)
May 30 - June 1, 2026: 10:00 click resources a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
June 2, 2026 (Election Day): 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
KEY ELECTION DATES
Last day to register to vote: May 18, 2026
Voters who miss the deadline may still be able to register and vote through conditional voter registration starting May 19, 2026.
OFFICIAL VOTER INFORMATION
Official updates, registration information, vote center internet details, and voting instructions are available through the City of Gardena's election information page or the Los Angeles you could try here County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk website. Questions can also be directed to the Gardena City Clerk's Office at (310) 217-9565.