The June 2, 2026 Election in Gardena: Everything You Need to Know About Voting Options

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 on Gardena's 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 MailAll active registered voters will receive a vote-by-mail ballot.Vote-by-mail ballots begin mailing by May 4, 2026.You can 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: Drop box available 24 hours, May 4 - June 2, 2026Nakaoka Community Center: 24-hour ballot drop box available 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 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 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 DETAILSFor official updates, registration, vote center details, Go Here and voting instructions, residents can visit the City of Gardena's election information page or the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk website. For additional information, questions may also be directed to the Gardena City Clerk's Office at (310) 217-9565.