GARDENA, CA (April 9, 2026) The City of Gardena is preparing to hold 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 is up for decision on the Gardena ballot
Five elected positions are open 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.
WAYS TO VOTE
Vote by Mail
Every active registered voter will receive a vote-by-mail ballot.
Vote-by-mail ballots begin mailing by May 4, 2026.
You can return your 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)
The following Gardena sites will have secure drop boxes for vote-by-mail ballots.
Rowley Park Auditorium: Drop box in service 24 hours a day, May 4 - June 2, 2026
Nakaoka Community Center: Drop box accessible 24 hours a day, May 4 - June 2, view publisher site 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 you could try here 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 other 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 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 ELECTION 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. Questions may also be directed to the Gardena City Clerk's Office at (310) 217-9565.