Your Feedback in Action: Latest STR Reform Content and Technical Updates
We extend our heartfelt thanks to all our neighbors who shared invaluable feedback on our platform. Your insights have been instrumental in driving these updates, enabling us to better support communities advocating for meaningful short-term rental (STR) reform.
Major Features and Updates for https://strreform.org
Research Page Implementation
Introduced a dedicated Research page featuring detailed statistics and verified sources.
Enhanced the credibility of research presented on the home page.
Included thorough statistical backing for key data points.
Improved page navigation and readability.
Content and Statistics Updates
Updated the website with verified data on STR-related issues and broader community impacts.
Reorganized statistics for clarity and maximum impact without compromising accuracy.
Added a new section highlighting the impact of STRs on education.
Combined safety and economic statistics into a more impactful presentation.
Enhanced Email Targeting
Enabled the delivery of targeted updates to specific cities and neighborhoods.
Implemented GDPR-compliant, privacy-first location awareness features.
Upgraded the newsletter subscription form to include optional location preferences.
Integrated intelligent location-based tagging for tailored community updates.
Documentation Updates
Added a new section on data integrity to the context documentation.
Developed a comprehensive tracking document for statistical sources.
Documented updates to Buttondown API integration for better clarity.
Technical Improvements
Upgraded newsletter subscription workflows with privacy-preserving features.
Improved handling of subscriber location preferences with secure middleware.
Streamlined form submission processes with enhanced security and GDPR compliance.
Added environmental variable management for improved code security.
Infrastructure Updates
Removed outdated codebase submodules for cleaner architecture.
Updated feature branches to reflect recent content improvements.
Pull Requests Merged
Content Updates: Research Page and Statistics (#8, #6)
Enhanced Email Targeting System (#5, #1)
Privacy-Focused Subscriber Data Handling (#7, #2, #3)
Email System Documentation (#4)
Current State
All features are live and merged into the main branch.
The Research page is fully implemented and accessible.
Targeted email system is operational and privacy-first.
Documentation reflects all recent updates.
GDPR compliance remains a cornerstone of all operations.
Thank you for your continued support as we work toward a future where STR reform prioritizes community well-being and safety.
— Your Helpful Neighbor