Gardena Voter Information: What Voters Need to Know for the June 2, 2026 Election

GARDENA, CA (April 9, 2026) 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 appears on the ballot in GardenaFive elected offices are open in the upcoming election:MayorTwo City Council seatsCity TreasurerCity ClerkThe office of Mayor is on the ballot, and incumbent Mayor Tasha Cerda is seeking re-election.WAYS TO VOTEVote by MailActive voters who are registered will receive a vote-by-mail ballot.Vote-by-mail ballots begin 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 available 24 hours, May 4 - June 2, 2026Nakaoka Community Center: Drop box accessible 24 hours a day, May 4 - June 2, 2026Vote in Person at Gardena Vote CentersResidents may also vote in person 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.IMPORTANT DEADLINESLast you can try this out day to register to vote: May 18, 2026If the registration deadline is missed, you may still be able to register and vote through conditional voter registration starting May 19, 2026.OFFICIAL VOTING RESOURCESResidents seeking official updates, registration hop over to this website information, vote center details, and voting instructions can visit the City of Gardena's election information page or the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk website. More hints Questions may also be submitted to the Gardena City Clerk's Office at (310) 217-9565.