GARDENA, CA (April 9, 2026) The City of Gardena is preparing to hold a Statewide Direct Primary Election on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. Eligible voters are encouraged to look over their voting choices early, including vote-by-mail, secure ballot drop boxes, and in-person vote centers.
What is on the ballot in Gardena
Voters will decide five elected positions in the upcoming election:
Mayor
Two City Council seats
City Treasurer
City Clerk
The Mayor's office is on the ballot, and incumbent Mayor Tasha Cerda is seeking re-election.
WAYS TO VOTE
Vote by Mail
Vote-by-mail ballots will be sent to active registered voters.
Ballots begin 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)
Voters who prefer to use a drop box can return their ballot at the following Gardena locations.
Rowley Park Auditorium: Drop box available 24 hours, May 4 - June 2, 2026
Nakaoka Community Center: Drop box available 24 hours, May 4 - June 2, 2026
Vote in Person at Gardena Vote Centers
Voters who want to cast a ballot in person may visit 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 website here day to register to vote: May 18, 2026
If the registration deadline is missed, you may still be able to register and vote through conditional voter registration starting May 19, 2026.
OFFICIAL VOTER INFORMATION
Residents can visit the City of Gardena's election information page or the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk website other for official updates, registration information, vote center details, and voting instructions. Questions may also be directed to the Gardena City Clerk's Office at (310) 217-9565.