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MILE HIGH - HOSTS - UpN�fp Dear Mayor Amezcua and Honorable City Council Members, As the president of Denver's STR alliance, the Mile High Hosts, I'm reaching out to share our journey and the impactful strategies we've adopted in managing and regulating short-term rentals (STRs). Our city's experience highlights the power of collaboration among STR hosts, local government, and educational initiatives to address common concerns such as noise, trash, and parking. Our proactive approach has centered on education and fostering a strong sense of community engagement. This strategy has led to an impressive 90% compliance rate with our STR regulations, demonstrating the active role the STR community plays in addressing, and often preventing, issues typically associated with STR operations. Through educational efforts and promoting a culture of responsible hosting, we've not only mitigated these concerns but also supported a thriving STR ecosystem. As Santa Ana evaluates its stance on STR regulations, it's pertinent to consider that concerns like noise can be effectively managed through thoughtful regulation rather than restrictive bans. Denver, along with numerous cities across the nation, has found success by enforcing existing noise ordinances found within our municipal codes. By prioritizing education about these regulations and emphasizing the importance of compliance, we've seen notable improvements in addressing potential disturbances. This approach has been crucial in maintaining peace within neighborhoods and enhancing the perception of STRs as valuable contributors to the local economy and community fabric. We advocate for Santa Ana to adopt a similar strategy. -This method not only champions a proactive approach to responsible hosting but also highlights the effectiveness of utilizing existing legal frameworks to uphold community standards. It underscores the principle that effective regulation and responsible hosting are not mutually exclusive but are instead complementary components of a thriving urban ecosystem. Central to our success is the perception of the hosting community not as a source of problems, but as a key part of the solution. Initiatives, many of which are supported by platforms like Rent Responsibly, have equipped hosts with the necessary tools to manage their properties and guests more effectively, fostering a harmonious coexistence within our communities. We urge Santa Ana to consider a regulatory framework that encompasses: • Clear and enforceable regulations. • Active engagement and education for the STR hosting community.