(KNZA)--Brown County election officials are making preparations for this year's elections aimed concerns about COVID-19.

In a Facebook post to Brown County registered voters, the Brown County Elections Office said all polling places will be open just like before. However, the post says they will be doing something different this year—mailing applications for an advance ballot by mail for both the August 4 primary and November 3 general election.

If you choose to complete the application, your asked to mail it back to the Brown County Elections Office. They will then send you a ballot, which you can cast and return from the safety of your home.

If you choose to vote at a polling location, the post says they will do their best to meet any COVID-19 guidelines that are in place.