June 2, 2026 Gardena Election: Voting Options, Locations, and Deadlines

GARDENA, CA (April 9, 2026) The City of Gardena will hold 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 voters will see on the ballot in GardenaThe upcoming election includes five open elected positions:MayorTwo City Council seatsCity TreasurerCity ClerkThe office of Mayor will be decided in this election, with incumbent Mayor Tasha Cerda seeking re-election.VOTING METHODSVote by MailVote-by-mail ballots will be sent to active registered voters.Ballots will start mailing by May 4, 2026.There are several ways to return your ballot: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 locations will offer secure vote-by-mail drop boxes.Rowley Park Auditorium: 24-hour drop box open May 4 - June 2, 2026Nakaoka Community Center: Drop box available 24 hours, May 4 - June 2, 2026Vote in Person at Gardena Vote CentersIn-person voting will also be available 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.DEADLINES TO KNOWLast day to register to vote: May 18, 2026Those who miss the deadline may still this be able to register and vote through conditional voter registration starting May 19, 2026.OFFICIAL VOTING RESOURCESFor official updates, registration information, vote center details, and voting instructions, residents can visit the City of Gardena's election information page see this here or the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk website. Residents may also direct questions to the Gardena City Clerk's useful source Office at (310) 217-9565.