Stephen Adams, represented Spryfield and surrounding communities for 29 years on Halifax City Council. In this episode Adams opens up about the realities of political life and his transition to advocating for smarter development solutions.Adams shares powerful stories about defending Spryfield's reputation against media bias, confronting critics with actual crime statistics that contradicted popular perceptions. "I didn't like the way we were being treated," Adams explains, recounting how he transformed negative stereotypes through persistent advocacy and community pride. The conversation reveals fascinating insights into council dynamics and political survival. Now serving as Executive Director of the Urban Development Institute, Adams brings his political experience to addressing Halifax's housing crisis from the development side. He candidly discusses regulatory challenges preventing faster housing creation, including costly requirements for EV charging stations in all new parking spaces and complex approval processes that delay critical projects. His balanced perspective comes from seeing both sides of development debates—understanding community concerns while recognizing the urgent need for housing solutions. Whether you're interested in local politics, community development, or Halifax's housing challenges, Adams' reflections offer invaluable perspective. Listen and discover why effective leadership often means making unpopular decisions, confronting misconceptions with facts, and maintaining unwavering commitment to the communities you serve.<a target="_blank" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2224014/open_sms">Send us a text</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/p/Kimia-Nejat-EXIT-Realty-Metro-100057087174675/">Kimia Nejat of Kimia Nejat Realty</a>&nbsp; <a href="https://www.mystrategyup.com/">Marc Zirka - Strategy Up</a>&nbsp; <a rel="payment" href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/2224014/support">Support the show</a>Follow Afternoon Pint on <a href='https://youtube.com/@AfternoonPint?si=1BLAYEkw99wde_20'>Youtube</a> <a href='https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093949475203%20'>Facebook</a> <a href='https://instagram.com/the_afternoon_pint_?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA=='>Instagram</a> & <a href='https://www.tiktok.com/@afternoon.pint.podcast'>TikTok</a> support Canadian made media! Support our Show by Joining the Afternoon Pint Fan Club! <a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/2224014/supporters/new'>https://www.buzzsprout.com/2224014/supporters/new</a> Want an Afternoon Pint T-Shirt? Yes you do! Go here! <a href='https://www.teepublic.com/user/afternoon-pint'>https://www.teepublic.com/user/afternoon-pint</a> #afternoonpint #canada #entrepreneur #arts #business #culture #beer #craftbeer #interviews #authors #actors #comedians #comedy #directors #realitytv #politics #politicians #music #rap #rock #hiphop #country #pop #afternoonpint #canada #food #popular #movies #events #life #canadalife #madeincanada

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