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Seabright stairs dispute prompts PRCAC to seek legal counsel after survey response of 199
Summary
Committee members said property owners and litigation complicate Seabright stairs options; the subcommittee reported 199 survey responses and concluded it needs legal advice before taking formal action, with escalation steps outlined to county officials if staff responses are insufficient.
The committee's Seabright subcommittee reported that the matter involves property owners who are already engaged in lawsuits and that the group has reached a point where legal advice is needed. The subcommittee lead said the group has communicated with property owners and is "feeling like we're a little stymied" and has asked for an attorney to step forward from the community.
A member new to the community cited the subcommittee's survey results and said, "I think, the survey responses were remarkable... we're up to a 199." Members discussed the county's limited ability to act without a dedicated funding mechanism (a bond or savings account) tied to the project and described the committee's procedural role as fact finding. The chair walked through an escalation path: follow staff review, then consult Mark Personius (county staff), and, if necessary, request assistance from the county executive's office or the county council.
Committee members emphasized transparency and documentation, and the subcommittee said it will continue fact-finding and seek pro bono or paid legal advice from qualified community attorneys before pursuing formal demands or litigation.
Next steps: the Seabright subcommittee will continue outreach for legal expertise, assemble documentation for staff review, and prepare any demand letter for formal committee consideration and vote if advised by counsel.
