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

GARDENA, CA (April 9, 2026) Gardena is set 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 is up for decision on the Gardena ballot

A total of 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 TO CAST YOUR BALLOT

Vote by Mail
Every active registered voter will receive a vote-by-mail ballot.
Mail ballots will begin going out 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)
Residents may return their ballot at the following secure drop box locations in Gardena.

Rowley Park Auditorium: Drop box available 24 hours, May 4 - June 2, 2026
Nakaoka Community Center: 24-hour drop box open 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. More Help - 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: 2026 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
June 2, 2026 (Election Day): 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

DEADLINES TO KNOW

Last day to register check my site 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 VOTER 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 can also be directed to the Gardena City Clerk's Office at (310) 217-9565.