Upcoming Gardena Election: Deadlines, Vote Centers, and Ballot Return Information

GARDENA, CA (April 9, 2026) The City of Gardena is scheduled to hold a Statewide Direct Primary Election on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. Local voters are encouraged to explore their voting options ahead of time, including vote-by-mail, secure ballot drop boxes, and in-person vote centers.What is up for decision on the Gardena ballotFive elected positions are open in the upcoming election:MayorTwo City Council seatsCity TreasurerCity ClerkThe Mayor's office is on the ballot, and incumbent Mayor Tasha Cerda is seeking re-election.HOW TO VOTEVote by MailActive voters who are registered will receive a vote-by-mail ballot.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)Secure ballot drop box service will be available at the following Gardena locations.Rowley Park Auditorium: Drop box available around the clock, May 4 - June 2, 2026Nakaoka Community Center: Drop box accessible 24 hours a day, May 4 - June 2, 2026Vote in Person at Gardena Vote CentersThose who prefer to vote in person may do so at the following Gardena vote centers.Rush Gymnasium (11-Day Vote Center)May 23 - June 1, 2026: 10:00 a.m. - go to this web-site 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.IMPORTANT VOTING 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 DETAILSFor official voting information, including registration, 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.