The June 2, 2026 Election in Gardena: Everything You Need to Know About Voting 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 is up for decision on the Gardena ballotVoters 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.HOW TO VOTEVote by MailEach active registered voter will receive a vote-by-mail ballot.Ballots begin mailing by May 4, 2026.Completed ballots may be submitted:By mail (using the provided return envelope)At a secure drop boxAt a vote centerSecure Vote-by-Mail Drop Boxes in Gardena (24 hours)The following Gardena sites will have secure drop boxes for vote-by-mail ballots.Rowley Park Auditorium: Drop box available 24 hours, May 4 - June 2, 2026Nakaoka Community Center: Drop box in service 24 hours a day, May 4 - June 2, 2026Vote in Person at Gardena Vote CentersResidents may also vote 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, Ballot 2026: 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.June 2, 2026 (Election Day): 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.IMPORTANT ELECTION DEADLINESLast day to register to vote: May 18, 2026Anyone who misses the registration deadline may still be able to register and vote through conditional voter registration starting May 19, 2026.OFFICIAL ELECTION RESOURCESFor 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. Questions can also be directed to the Gardena City Clerk's Office at (310) 217-9565.