All agenda items

A motion from Jonas Naddebo (C) proposed expanding Hammarbybacken with a new summit and raising the existing one using excavation spoil from subway construction, aiming to create a larger facility for both winter and summer sports. However, the City Executive Board suggests rejecting the motion, citing a lack of surplus spoil and the area's high natural values that must be considered.

Nike Örbrink (KD) proposed that Stockholm introduce more care animals in municipal care homes to meet the emotional needs of the elderly, especially those with cognitive impairment, for physical touch and to reduce loneliness. While various city departments and district councils view care animals positively, they highlight challenges like limited access to trained animals, hygiene requirements, and the need for risk assessments. The City Executive Board proposes that the motion be answered by stating that work with care animals is already underway and district councils are tasked with promoting more such initiatives.

Center Party members proposed that the City of Stockholm and Region Stockholm implement a joint routine for ensuring children with autism receive equivalent and coordinated early behavioral interventions in preschool, clarifying responsibilities and transitions. However, the City Executive Board suggests rejecting the motion, citing ongoing work and stating that responsibility for treatments lies with the region.

Councilor Nike Örbrink (KD) proposed allowing seniors to consume their own alcohol at the city's open meeting points. However, the City Executive Office and Social and Senior Citizen Committees advise against this, as current alcohol legislation would prevent the sale of non-alcoholic beverages and necessitate a serving permit, impacting the meeting points' social and health-promoting mission. While the City Council rejects the proposal based on these concerns, the Södermalm District Council has decided to pilot the idea at Lusthuset Hornstull during specific hours when it's closed to the public.

The Liberals propose that the City of Stockholm increase its ambition for electrification as part of its climate work, asking committees and companies to investigate concrete measures and allocate budget funds. The City Executive Board suggests responding by referencing the existing Climate Action Plan 2030, which already includes electrification measures, but the Liberals argue the plan is insufficient and requires stronger political leadership to accelerate the transition.

Council members Sara Svanström and Elin Hjelmestam (both Liberals) propose that the City of Stockholm investigate and introduce differentiated parking fees, meaning higher fees for fossil-fuel vehicles and benefits for eco-friendly ones, to reduce climate emissions and improve air quality. However, several administrations and committees, including the the City Executive Office and the Traffic Committee, state that current legislation does not permit differentiated parking fees based on environmental class and a legal change would be required.

Jonas Naddebo (C) proposed in a motion to develop Stadsgårdskajen with new buildings overdecking the traffic route, including 180 homes, 25,000 sqm of offices and shops, a pedestrian path, park, marina, open-air bath, and waterside stage. However, the City Executive Board suggests rejecting the motion, citing ongoing large-scale projects in the area, and that Naddebo's proposal would entail significant risks and costs, while negatively impacting national interests in cultural heritage and shipping.

Council members Jan Jönsson and Christina Tufvesson (both L) proposed that the City of Stockholm investigate creating more affordable and accessible premises for associations and local entrepreneurs, especially in the outer city, to foster social cohesion and economic development. However, the City Executive Board suggests that the motion be addressed by referring to the city's existing work and initiatives in this area.

Local politicians from the Centre Party, Moderates, and Christian Democrats proposed allowing sports clubs to maintain subsidized rental rates for events even when serving low-alcohol beer, aiming to prevent increased fees and boost club revenue. The Sports Committee and City Executive Office have already decided to adjust the regulations for 2026, introducing a subsidized club rate for such events.

Liberal Party representatives propose that the City Council instruct the City Planning Committee to refine the strategy for detached house areas, focusing on architectural harmony and integrating green space factors into project assessments. While the City Executive Office, Exploitation Committee, and City Planning Committee acknowledge the importance of these areas, they believe the proposal's objectives are already addressed by current processes, and the City Planning Committee is already responsible for updating the strategy.

Council members Jan Jönsson and Christina Tufvesson (L) proposed that the City of Stockholm develop an action plan to reduce dropouts from Swedish for Immigrants (SFI), citing the negative impact on integration and employment. However, the City Executive Office and several district councils believe current structured efforts and adapted training already address this issue, making a new plan unnecessary. The City Council therefore suggests the motion be addressed by referring to the existing work.

A motion from the Center Party proposes investigating and adapting Stockholm City Parking AB's parking garages to serve as protected spaces during a crisis, equipping them with ventilation, toilets, and water, and exploring future requirements for convertible garages. The City Executive Board suggests referring to a previous statement, meaning the city will await national requirements and state funding, while the Center Party advocates for more proactive city action.

The Liberals propose that the city restore and preserve culturally significant parks like Humlegården and Vasaparken, ensuring new installations are faithful to the originals and promoting quality additions such as small kiosks with cultural and food offerings. While several committees and offices believe the city already adheres to these intentions through existing guidelines, some district councils and interest groups support the motion's call for a clearer focus on restoration.

Council members Jan Jönsson and Sara Svanström (both L) propose that the City of Stockholm investigate the possibility of allowing non-profit organizations to operate and maintain smaller parks through user agreements, aiming to strengthen local engagement and improve park maintenance. The motion also suggests the Traffic Committee, together with the district committees, develop guidelines and initiate a pilot program for this initiative.

Liberal Party members proposed an investigation into increasing workplaces in Söderort to address the unequal distribution and reduce commuting, arguing this would make the area more vibrant. The City Executive Board suggests responding by stating that the city is already working to strengthen workplace development in Söderort, including an analysis of office space needs and investments in the 2026 comprehensive plan.

Councillor Dennis Wedin (M) proposed that Stockholm should work to increase new business startups and improve the business climate, partly by having Stockholm Business Region once again responsible for advising new entrepreneurs. However, the City Executive Board suggests that the motion be rejected, stating that the city already has extensive business promotion efforts and that the new approach with Entrepreneur Stockholm strengthens advice in specific areas like green transition and shortage occupations.

Jan Jönsson (L) proposed naming a public space in Stockholm after Aaron Isaac, the first Jew permitted to reside in Sweden without converting to Christianity in 1775, to highlight the Jewish minority's historical significance. However, the City Executive Board recommends rejecting the motion, citing the Naming Committee's opposition due to existing locations already bearing his name, which could cause confusion. Several parties, including L, M, and C, dissented, arguing for a more prominent and frequented location to better recognize Jewish cultural heritage.

Jan Jönsson (L) proposes that the City of Stockholm map the prevalence of Afrophobia in the city's schools. This mapping should include an analysis of discrimination and hate crime reports, along with dialogue with civil society organizations, aligning with the Discrimination Ombudsman's (DO) national efforts. The proposal will be considered by the City Council.

Jan Jönsson (L) has proposed that the City of Stockholm conduct a new survey of antisemitism in its schools and preschools to inform an action plan for combating it. He argues the previous 2021 survey needs updating due to the rise of antisemitism in society.

Jan Jönsson (L) proposed in a motion that Stockholm introduce a Swedish language test, similar to the existing math test, to better track students' reading comprehension and provide schools with improvement tools. However, the City Executive Board suggests rejecting the motion, deeming that such a test would not sufficiently fulfill its purpose and would incur excessive costs and administrative challenges.