Dear Editor: A broad-based coalition of individuals, associations and businesses called the New York State Prop­Babylon erty Tax Cap Coalition has formed to support Gov. David Pateson's proposed property tax cap. The West Babylon Taxpayers Association is pleased to announce that it is one of the founding members of the coalition. The cap was recommended by The Commission on Property Tax Relief, chaired by Nassau County Ex­ecutive Thomas Suozzi. It will limit the growth in school property tax levies to four percent or to 120 percent of the rate of inflation, whichever is less. The Siena College Research Institute conducted a statewide poll in June 2008 that showed 74 percent of New Yorkers favor the cap.

This coalition will bring together people from around the state to amplify their voices supporting the cap. The coalition will work with the Governor to see the cap is enacted. Supporters of the cap can join the coalition at www.taxcapnow.org. The cap is a vital first step in getting control of New York's skyrocketing property taxes. William H. Hill, President West Babylon Taxpayers Association