Upcoming Gardena Election: Key Dates, Voting Locations, and Ballot Options

GARDENA, CA (April 9, 2026) Gardena is set to hold a Statewide Direct Primary Election on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. Voters are urged to plan ahead by reviewing available voting options, including vote-by-mail, secure ballot drop boxes, and in-person vote centers.What appears on the ballot in GardenaVoters will decide five elected positions in the upcoming election:MayorTwo City Council seatsCity TreasurerCity ClerkMayor is among the offices on the ballot, and incumbent Mayor Tasha Cerda is seeking re-election.VOTING METHODSVote by MailAll active registered voters will receive a vote-by-mail ballot.Vote-by-mail ballots are expected to begin mailing by May 4, 2026.A completed ballot can be returned:By mail (using the provided return envelope)At a secure drop boxAt a vote centerSecure Vote-by-Mail Drop Boxes in Gardena (24 hours)Voters may use the following secure ballot drop box locations in Gardena.Rowley Park Auditorium: 24-hour ballot drop box available May 4 - June 2, 2026Nakaoka Community Center: Drop box accessible 24 hours a day, May 4 - June 2, 2026Vote in Person at Gardena Vote CentersVoters 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. Continued - 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.KEY DEADLINESLast day to register to vote: May 18, 2026Voters who miss the deadline may still be able to register and vote through conditional voter registration starting May 19, 2026.OFFICIAL VOTING INFORMATIONFor official updates, registration, 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 with questions may also contact the Gardena City Clerk's Office at (310) 217-9565.