Imagine living in a neighborhood where any day or weekend turns into a scene from a noisy, disruptive party. That's a reality we face daily because of the short-term rentals in our residential/agricultural zone. Our community, which should be a haven for families, has transformed into a temporary club for transient crowds. We experience constant safety issues ranging from loud music, vulgar language, and screaming to more severe problems like trespassing, drug use, and theft.

This isn't just about disrupting a day/evening's peace; it's about threatening the very fabric of our lives. We chose to live here full time for the solace and security it provided, a place to raise our families. However, with the presence of short-term rentals, the peace we sought is frequently overshadowed by chaos. This is NOT normal country residential sounds and activities happening. When these properties become party spots, our neighborhoods become unpredictable and unsafe. If you aren't currently dealing with this issue next door, you may very well be in time. It is a spreading concern, changing neighborhoods, counties, and states and throughout our United States. 

Short-term rental owners may see their properties as sources of income, but at what cost? Do their financial benefits outweigh our community’s right to safety and tranquility? Our right to live peacefully and securely should never be secondary to anyone else's short-term financial interest.

It's time to draw a line and say enough. We need immediate action to prohibit short-term rentals in residential and agricultural zones to preserve the integrity and safety of our neighborhoods.

Research has shown that areas with short-term rentals often face increases in noise complaints and crime rates. Our local government has a duty to prioritize the welfare of its residents over outside business interests, especially when these interests lead to tangible, adverse outcomes for full-time residents.

Join us in standing up for safer communities. By banning short-term rentals in residential and agricultural zones, we are committing to creating the peaceful and secure environments that should be the foundation of any neighborhood. Sign this petition to demand immediate legislative action to protect our homes, our families, and our right to a peaceful existence. Your signature is a step towards reclaiming our neighborhoods.