Upcoming Gardena Election: Important Dates, Voting Choices, and Locations

GARDENA, CA (April 9, 2026) Gardena is preparing for a Statewide Direct Primary Election on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. Residents are encouraged to review their voting options early, 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 ClerkIncluded on the ballot is the office of Mayor, where incumbent Mayor Tasha Cerda is seeking re-election.WAYS TO VOTEVote by MailA vote-by-mail ballot will be mailed 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 boxAt a vote centerSecure 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 accessible 24 hours a day, May 4 - June 2, 2026Nakaoka Community Center: Drop box open 24 hours, May 4 - June 2, 2026Vote in Person at Gardena Vote CentersThe following Gardena vote centers will offer in-person voting.Rush Gymnasium (11-Day Vote Center)May 23 - June check my site 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 Continued 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 DEADLINESLast 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 DETAILSOfficial updates, registration information, vote center details, and voting instructions are available through 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.