Gardena Election Reminder: Important Voting Details for the June 2, 2026 Election

GARDENA, CA (April 9, 2026) Gardena is set 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 is on the ballot in Gardena

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.

HOW TO CAST YOUR BALLOT

Vote by Mail
Every active registered voter will receive a vote-by-mail ballot.
Vote-by-mail ballots are expected to begin mailing by May 4, 2026.
Completed ballots may be submitted:
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)
Secure ballot drop box service will be available at the following Gardena locations.

Rowley Park Auditorium: Drop box in service 24 hours a day, May 4 - June 2, 2026
Nakaoka Community Center: 24-hour drop box open 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 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
June 2, 2026 (Election Day): 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

IMPORTANT ELECTION DEADLINES

Last day to register to vote: May 18, 2026
Even if you miss the deadline, you may still be able to register and vote through conditional voter registration starting May 19, 2026.

OFFICIAL VOTING RESOURCES

For official updates, registration, vote center details, and voting More hints instructions, residents can visit the City of Gardena's election information page or the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk website. For additional information, questions may also be directed to the Gardena City directory Clerk's Office at (310) 217-9565.