GARDENA, CA (April 9, 2026) Gardena is set 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 appears on the ballot in Gardena
Five elected offices are open in the upcoming election:
Mayor
Two City Council seats
City Treasurer
City Clerk
The office of Mayor is on the ballot, and incumbent Mayor Tasha Cerda is seeking re-election.
WAYS TO VOTE
Vote by Mail
Each active registered voter will receive a vote-by-mail ballot.
Ballots begin mailing by May 4, 2026.
Ballots may be returned:
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: 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
In-person voting will also be available 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 directory p.m.
June 2, 2026 (Election Day): 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
KEY DEADLINES
Last 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 ELECTION her latest blog DETAILS
For official election updates, voter registration information, vote center details, and voting instructions, residents can visit the City Continue of Gardena's election information page or the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk website. Questions can also be directed to the Gardena City Clerk's Office at (310) 217-9565.