#2012 Primary Election problems

State Takes Over Election Operations From County

The state Office of Elections has rescinded Hawaii County’s authority to conduct elections, and will run the Nov. 6 general election itself.

Kawauchi, Five Others Attend Election Workshop

The county clerk was among six Big Island election workers to attend the training session Thursday on Maui.

Kawauchi to Meet With Nakamoto Regarding Reinstatement

The county clerk will meet next week with the suspended elections administrator to discuss putting her back to work.

Kawauchi Issues Statement, Says ‘Public is the Priority’

A press release from the Hawai`i County Clerk addresses several recent issues regarding past and future elections.

Kawauchi’s Missed Meeting Prompts Council Measure

The county clerk’s absence at a meeting of elections administrators on Oahu has prompted a County Council member to seek experienced help.

Kawauchi, Nago Agree To Meet On Election Solutions

The chief election officials for the state and Hawai`i County take a step toward reconciliation by agreeing to hold workshops on various counties.