(KLZA)-- The COVID-19 pandemic is causing some issues with the May, Primary election in Richardson County.
Richardson County Clerk Mary Eickhoff says some workers have raised concerns about being exposed to the virus while at the polls.
Eickhoff is recruiting some high school students to help out. She always uses high school students to help with various tasks including set up and take down of polling places and some have worked with the polling. Some college students that worked previously with elections have also inquired about working. A list is being compiled and plans for workers will be finalized.
The local election official says if you would be willing to work at the polls you can contact the Richardson County Clerk's Office .
The Nebraska Primary Election is scheduled for Tuesday, May 12.
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