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The Enskede-Årsta-Vantör District Council approved a statement responding to an inquiry from the Left Party, Social Democrats, and Green Party regarding managers' web-based training on Environmental Program 2030. The inquiry concerned the training's content and how the administration would ensure greater participation. The district administration responded that the one-hour training would be promoted through additional reminders and inclusion in new manager onboarding materials to increase knowledge of the environmental program.

The Enskede-Årsta-Vantör District Council approved the administration's statement in response to a letter from the Centre Party regarding the consequences of skilled worker expulsions. The Centre Party expressed concern that these expulsions impact municipal operations, which have significant recruitment needs in elderly care, preschools, and social services, as well as the city's business sector. While the administration emphasized the importance of being an attractive employer and securing competence, they stated that they currently cannot assess the full consequences or the number of employees potentially affected by such expulsions.

A citizen proposed building a boules court and adding park furniture in Margaretaparken. The District Council approved the administration's recommendation to gravel an area in the park for boules, but not construct a framed court due to limited flat space and to avoid hindering other events. This decision enhances the park's amenities and creates a new space for spontaneous sports.

A citizen proposed expanding the sunbathing jetties in Årstaviken into swimming jetties. The Enskede-Årsta-Vantör district council decided against the proposal, citing that Årstaviken is a waterway for larger boats and ships, making swimming there unsuitable, especially since the shipping lane is close to the southern shore where the jetties are located, limiting options for deep-water swimming jetties. Emelie Wassermann (SD) reserved her opinion, advocating for the matter to be sent back for investigation into smaller improvements.

The Södermalm District Council rejected an application for a serving permit for the ice cream kiosk Capanna Verde at Åsögatan 148. The administration determined that allowing alcohol service in Axel Landquist Park could create an unsafe and unsuitable environment, especially given the park's popular playground and the regular presence of individuals with addiction problems.

The Södermalm District Council reviewed a referral from the Social Welfare Administration's licensing unit regarding an application for a serving permit for restaurant LuckyOrNot at Varvsgatan 8. The Council approved the application for permanent serving to the public Monday to Sunday from 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM, as the administration found no social or preventive obstacles.

The Södermalm District Council decided to re-procure the operation of the Maria Youth Club's recreational activities, including mobile youth leaders. The council also instructed the administration to present the procurement document before the tender is advertised, ensuring continued access to leisure activities for local youth aged 13-19, run by an external contractor.

The Södermalm District Council decided that the municipality, via the administration's cleaning unit, will take over the daily cleaning of office premises at Virkesvägen 3 and Tjärhovsgatan 32 from October 1, 2026. This move, which coincides with the expiration of the current contract with Rengörare Näslund AB, aims to improve efficiency and quality, mirroring successful transitions in municipal preschools.

The Södermalm District Council decided to task the administration with preparing a procurement of new, modern safety-enhancing technology for elderly care homes. This is due to the current safety alarms being outdated and their contract soon expiring. The administration will return with a detailed request before a final decision on the procurement itself is made.

The Södermalm District Council approved a decision to rent five new apartments, including common and staff areas, in the Persikan 6 block on Södermalm. This will establish a group home under the LSS Act to address the shortage of housing for individuals with disabilities. The estimated annual rent is approximately 2 million SEK, with Stockholmshem AB as the landlord for ten years, and occupancy expected in autumn 2026.

Södermalm District Council approved its first quarterly report for 2026, forecasting a full-year surplus of 65 million SEK, with all 24 goals expected to be met. The council also requested a 0.4 million SEK budget adjustment for out-of-hours facilities and returned 1.5 million SEK in climate investment funds for Tantolunden due to an unfeasible stormwater project.

The Södermalm District Council reviewed six citizen proposals from April 2026. Four proposals, concerning benches, Renstiernas gata redesign, cycling traffic rules, and making Sankt Paulsgatan a permanent pedestrian street, were forwarded to the Traffic Committee as they fell outside the council's jurisdiction. The remaining two proposals, for a cultural park and improved bathing opportunities in Skanstull, were sent to the administration for preparation.

The City District Council for Northern Inner City approved the minutes from the Disability Council's meetings on April 20 and May 11, 2026. Discussions at these meetings included the Council's working methods, recruitment and sick leave within social services, and new service housing for people with disabilities. The Council also addressed issues concerning criminal record checks, accessible communication for residents, and a motion on protecting children with disabilities.

The Northern Inner City District Council considered a motion from Annika Elmlund and Sophia Granswed Baat (both M) to make Stockholm a more enjoyable city with more culture, freedom, and social community. The motion proposed, among other things, making more land available for culture, lowering fees for temporary permits, and lifting local alcohol bans. The council approved the administration's proposal, which generally supported culture in public spaces and acknowledged that lower fees could increase activity, but stated that general lifting of alcohol bans required careful investigation. The minority (M, L, C) dissented, wishing to fully approve the motion.

The City District Board for Norra Innerstaden approved the administration's response to a letter from the Moderates, Liberals, and Centre Party regarding the swift sweeping and washing away of gravel and debris after winter, citing high levels of dangerous particles in Stockholm's air. The administration replied that rough sweeping was already completed in the entire district, with fine sweeping to follow, and clarified that the board is only responsible for parkland, not street areas managed by the Traffic Board.

The Norra innerstaden District Council approved the administration's response to a letter from Anders Lindman and Ann-Kristin Carlberg (both SD) regarding serious allegations of sexual offenses and other crimes within home care services. The administration addressed five questions concerning conclusions, safety routines, background checks for personnel, preventative work, and how elderly individuals and relatives can report misconduct. The administration stressed the seriousness with which they view these issues, highlighting existing routines to promote safety, collaboration with the police, and adherence to the city's procedures for criminal record extracts.

The Norra innerstaden District Council noted that Gärdet Group Home, an LSS residential facility for individuals with dementia, has chosen to participate in the City of Stockholm's Quality Award 2026. The administration believes this participation will positively contribute to operational development and provide valuable feedback to the unit.

The Norra Innerstaden district committee reviewed a citizen proposal to reopen "Nya verkstan," a social psychiatric employment program, as "Verkstan för alla" for all residents. The administration rejected the proposal, stating that Nya Verkstan is specifically designed for individuals with special needs who are outside the labor market and require a calm environment, and opening it to the public would not be suitable for this target group. They noted that many other open craft activities and associations are available in the city.

The Northern Inner City District Council considered a citizen proposal for winter maintenance of outdoor gyms, which suggested snow removal and gravel placement. However, the council approved the administration's assessment that this is unsuitable, citing difficulties with machine snow removal, damage to surfaces from shoveling or sanding, and potential equipment damage from sand. Residents using outdoor gyms in winter were advised to be aware of snow and ice.

The Norra Innerstaden district committee decided to forward a citizen's proposal to convert the gravel soccer field in the Norra Djurgårdsstaden popup park into an artificial turf field. The proposal, submitted on April 10, 2026, aims to increase usage and promote spontaneous sports among children and young people in the growing district. The committee handed the proposal over to the administration for further processing.