GARDENA, CA (April 9, 2026) The City of Gardena will 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 voters will see on the ballot in Gardena
A total of five elected positions are open in the upcoming election:
Mayor
Two City Council seats
City Treasurer
City Clerk
Included on the ballot is the office of Mayor, where incumbent Mayor Tasha Cerda is seeking re-election.
VOTING METHODS
Vote by Mail
A vote-by-mail ballot will be mailed to active registered voters.
Vote-by-mail ballots begin mailing by May 4, 2026.
A completed ballot can 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)
Secure vote-by-mail drop boxes 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: Drop box in service 24 hours a day, May 4 - June 2, 2026
Vote directory in Person at Gardena Vote Centers
The following Gardena vote centers will offer in-person voting.
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 Go Here 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.
KEY ELECTION DATES
Last day to register to vote: May 18, 2026
Those who miss the deadline may still be able to register and vote through conditional voter registration starting May 19, 2026.
OFFICIAL ELECTION INFORMATION
Residents seeking official updates, registration information, vote center details, and voting instructions 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.