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 up for decision on the Gardena ballot
Five elected offices are open in the upcoming election:
Mayor
Two City Council seats
City Treasurer
City Clerk
The position of Mayor is on the ballot, and incumbent Mayor Tasha Cerda is seeking re-election.
HOW TO CAST YOUR BALLOT
Vote by Mail
Vote-by-mail ballots will be sent to active registered voters.
Ballots will start mailing 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)
Secure vote-by-mail drop boxes will be available at the following Gardena locations.
Rowley Park Auditorium: Drop box open 24 hours, 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 visit 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.
KEY DEADLINES
Last day to register to vote: May 18, 2026
Eligible voters who miss the deadline may still be able to register and vote through conditional voter registration starting May 19, 2026.
OFFICIAL VOTING 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 may also be directed to the Gardena City Clerk's Office at (310) 217-9565.