GARDENA, CA (April 9, 2026) The City of Gardena is preparing to hold a Statewide Direct Primary Election on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. Local voters are encouraged to explore their voting options ahead of time, including vote-by-mail, secure ballot drop boxes, and in-person vote centers.
What Gardena voters can expect on the ballot
Voters will decide five elected positions in the upcoming election:
Mayor
Two City Council seats
City Treasurer
City Clerk
The mayoral office is up for election, and incumbent Mayor Tasha Cerda is seeking re-election.
VOTING METHODS
Vote by Mail
Active registered voters will receive a vote-by-mail ballot.
Ballots will start mailing by May 4, 2026.
Voters can return their 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)
Secure vote-by-mail drop boxes 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 ballot drop box available May 4 - June 2, 2026
Vote in Person at Gardena Vote Centers
Gardena voters may also choose to vote in person at the following internet 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 - click resources June 1, 2026: 10:00 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 anchor 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 VOTER INFORMATION
For official election updates, voter registration information, vote center details, and voting instructions, residents can visit the City of Gardena's election information page or the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk website. Anyone with questions may also contact the Gardena City Clerk's Office at (310) 217-9565.