Yeah. . .well, you're going to get stepped on. . .
That idea, is a horrible one.
Once the FAA realizes that "safety" no longer matters to even pilots, they will make a number of the facilities (at the local / tower level) uncontrolled. . .and, do exactly what you are suggesting.
Does that make it right? Does it provide the level of safety that is required for the near by population? Does it provide the level of safety, and seperation standards for IFR and VFR flights in the local area?
No. . .and, well, if anyone in the FAA has any sort of integrity left in their bones (controllers excluded. . .I'm speaking about the mangers), they know the right decision is to negotiate a contract, with the status quo pay, or better, so that they can attract ATC-CTI, VRA, and retiring military controllers to take over the scopes.
Do I see that happening...nope.