The June 2, 2026 Election in Gardena: Vote by Mail, Drop Boxes, and Vote Centers

GARDENA, CA (April 9, 2026) Gardena is preparing for a Statewide Direct Primary Election on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. Residents are encouraged to review their voting options early, including vote-by-mail, secure ballot drop boxes, and in-person vote centers.

What voters will see on the ballot in Gardena

The upcoming election includes five open elected positions:

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.

HOW VOTERS CAN CAST A BALLOT

Vote by Mail
All active registered voters will receive a vote-by-mail ballot.
Ballots are scheduled to 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)
Residents may return their ballot at the following secure drop box locations in Gardena.

Rowley Park Auditorium: Drop box available around the clock, May 4 - June 2, 2026
Nakaoka Community Center: Drop box in service 24 hours a day, 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 City Clerk (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. - Vote center 8:00 p.m.

KEY 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.