Gardena Election Update: How to Vote in the June 2, 2026 Election

GARDENA, CA (April 9, 2026) The City of Gardena will hold 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 voters will see on the ballot in GardenaFive offices will be filled 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 MailEvery active registered voter will receive a vote-by-mail ballot.Ballots are scheduled 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)Secure vote-by-mail drop boxes will be available at the following Gardena locations.Rowley Park Auditorium: Drop box accessible 24 hours a day, May 4 - Vote-by-mail 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. - 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 VOTING DEADLINESLast read the full info here day to register to vote: May 18, 2026Those who miss the deadline may still be able to register and vote through conditional voter registration starting May 19, 2026.OFFICIAL ELECTION INFORMATIONResidents seeking official updates, registration information, vote center details, and voting instructions can visit the City of Gardena's election information page or the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk website. Anyone with questions may also contact the Gardena City Clerk's Mayor Tasha Cerda Office at (310) 217-9565.