# Elect Judge Gregory Klaus - Bastrop County Judge

## Website Overview
This is the official campaign website for Judge Gregory Klaus, running for re-election as Bastrop County Judge. The site provides information about his background, platform, endorsements, and ways for voters to get involved.

## Key Candidate Information
- **Name:** Gregory Klaus
- **Office:** Bastrop County Judge
- **Party:** Republican (Endorsed by Bastrop County Conservatives)
- **Slogan:** Proven Leadership. Deep Roots.
- **Top Priorities:** Financial Responsibility, Public Safety, Responsible Growth.
- **Contact Email:** gregory.klaus@yahoo.com
- **Phone:** (512) 332-7201

## Navigation / Site Structure
- **Home:** / - Introduction, Hero, Quick Facts, and Endorsements.
- **About:** /about - Biography, Professional Experience, Vision, and Candidate Q&A.
- **The Role:** /roles-and-responsibilities - Detailed explanation of the County Judge's duties (CEO, Budget Chair, Emergency Mgmt).
- **Platform:** /platform - Detailed positions on Taxes, Infrastructure, and Safety.
- **Endorsements:** /endorsements - List of supporters and community leaders.
- **News:** /news - Campaign updates and press releases.
- **Get Involved:** /get-involved - Volunteer sign-up and Yard Sign requests.
- **Contact:** /contact - Campaign headquarters info and contact form.

## Core Platform Points
1. **Fiscal Responsibility:** Passing balanced budgets, lowering tax rates where possible, and efficient county management.
2. **Infrastructure:** Prioritizing road improvements and utilities to keep pace with rapid growth.
3. **Public Safety:** Fully funding law enforcement and emergency services; managing disaster response.
4. **Growth Management:** Ensuring development pays its fair share and preserving Bastrop's rural heritage.

## content/FAQs
- **Why running?** Caring about the county as a lifelong resident; wishing to continue the good work started.
- **Biggest Issue?** Growth. Must be planned so it works for the community, not against it.
- **Plan for Growth?** Collaboration with cities and departments for smart, forward-looking decisions.

## Technical Context
- **Built With:** Astro, Tailwind CSS, React.
- **Deployed On:** Cloudflare Pages.
- **Forms:** FormSubmit.co.