GARDENA, CA (April 9, 2026) The City of Gardena is preparing to hold a Statewide Direct Primary Election on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. Eligible voters are encouraged to look over their voting choices early, including vote-by-mail, secure ballot drop boxes, and in-person vote centers.
What appears on the ballot in Gardena
Five elected positions are open in the upcoming election:
Mayor
Two City Council seats
City Treasurer
City Clerk
The mayoral office is up for election, and incumbent Mayor Tasha Cerda is seeking re-election.
HOW VOTERS CAN CAST A BALLOT
Vote by Mail
Each active registered voter will receive a vote-by-mail ballot.
The mailing of ballots begins by May 4, 2026.
There are several ways to 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 locations will offer secure vote-by-mail drop boxes.
Rowley Park Auditorium: Drop box accessible 24 hours a day, May 4 - June 2, 2026
Nakaoka Community Center: Drop box accessible 24 hours a day, May anchor 4 - June 2, 2026
Vote in Person at Gardena Vote Centers
Gardena voters may also choose to vote in person at the following 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 More Bonuses 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
Voters who miss the deadline may still be able to register and vote through conditional voter registration starting May 19, 2026.
OFFICIAL VOTER INFORMATION
For official updates, 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. Residents may also direct questions to the Gardena City Clerk's Office at (310) 217-9565.