The June 2, 2026 Election in Gardena: Everything You Need to Know About Voting Options

GARDENA, CA (April 9, 2026) Gardena is preparing for a Statewide Direct Primary Election on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. Voters are encouraged to review voting options early, 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

Mayor is among the offices on the ballot, and incumbent Mayor Tasha Cerda is seeking re-election.

VOTING OPTIONS

Vote by Mail
Each active registered voter will receive a vote-by-mail ballot.
Ballots 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 accessible 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
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 go to this web-site a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

IMPORTANT VOTING DEADLINES

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

OFFICIAL VOTING RESOURCES

For official voting information, including registration, 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. Questions may also be directed to the Gardena City Clerk's Office at (310) 217-9565.