Letter to the editor: Property tax forgiveness better than cash payment

So now we have the federal government talking about a cash payment for people affected by the pandemic that is covid-19. I can see a lot of room for fraud in this approach, especially with all the red tape associated with anything the feds do.

How about property tax forgiveness for 2020? That would allow homeowners to keep their money that would go to the teachers and spend it how they best see fit. Landlords could reduce rent rates for tenants, and mortgage holders would see a reduction in their monthly payment. It’s a win-win-win.

The local municipalities will run to the federal government or the state for additional funding anyway for shortfalls in their budget due to the hysterics, so why not make it worth their while?

Greg Massung

North Huntingdon