GARDENA, CA (April 9, 2026) Gardena is preparing for 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 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
The office of Mayor will be decided in this election, with incumbent Mayor Tasha Cerda seeking re-election.
HOW TO CAST YOUR BALLOT
Vote by Mail
Active registered voters will receive a vote-by-mail ballot.
Ballots begin mailing by May 4, 2026.
Voters may return their completed 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)
Secure vote-by-mail drop boxes will be available at the following Gardena locations.
Rowley Park Auditorium: Drop box in service 24 hours a day, May 4 - June 2, 2026
Nakaoka Community Center: Drop box available 24 hours, May 4 - June 2, 2026
Vote in Person at Gardena Vote Centers
Voters may also cast a ballot in person 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 p.m.
June 2, 2026 (Election Day): 7:00 a.m. - here 8:00 p.m.
IMPORTANT ELECTION DEADLINES
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 DETAILS
Official updates, registration information, Vote vote center details, and voting instructions are available through 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.