Gardena Voter Notice: How to Vote in the June 2, 2026 Election

GARDENA, CA (April 9, 2026) Gardena is preparing for a Statewide Direct Primary Election on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. Voters are advised to review available voting methods early, including vote-by-mail, secure ballot drop boxes, and in-person vote centers.What Gardena voters can expect on the ballotVoters will decide five elected positions in the upcoming election:MayorTwo City Council seatsCity TreasurerCity ClerkThe mayoral office is up for election, and incumbent Mayor Tasha Cerda is seeking re-election.VOTING OPTIONSVote by MailActive voters who are registered will receive a vote-by-mail ballot.The mailing of ballots begins by May 4, 2026.Ballots may be returned: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 Vote ballots.Rowley Park Auditorium: 24-hour drop box open May 4 - June 2, 2026Nakaoka Community Center: 24-hour ballot drop box available May 4 - June 2, 2026Vote in Person at Gardena Vote CentersGardena voters may also choose to vote in person at the following 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.IMPORTANT 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 VOTER INFORMATIONOfficial updates, registration information, vote center details, here and voting instructions are available through the City of Gardena's election information page or the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk website. Residents may also direct questions to the Gardena City Clerk's Office at (310) 217-9565.