GARDENA, CA (April 9, 2026) Gardena is set 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 on the ballot in Gardena
The upcoming election includes five open elected positions:
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
Each active registered voter will receive a vote-by-mail ballot.
The mailing of ballots begins 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)
Voters who prefer to use a drop box can return their ballot at the following Gardena locations.
Rowley Park Auditorium: 24-hour ballot drop box see this here available May 4 - June 2, 2026
Nakaoka Community Center: Drop box available around the clock, May 4 - June 2, 2026
Vote 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 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 ELECTION DEADLINES
Last day to register to vote: May 18, 2026
If you miss the deadline, you may still be able to register and vote through conditional voter registration starting May 19, 2026.
OFFICIAL VOTING INFORMATION
Official updates, registration information, 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.