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Jan Jönsson and Anne-Lie Elfvén (L) propose closer ties between Stockholm's social services and research, suggesting a "research hub" where social workers and researchers collaborate at social welfare offices to improve quality and evaluate interventions, similar to academic health centers. The City and Stockholm University agree on the importance of research but believe existing, more flexible collaborations are effective, rendering a dedicated hub unnecessary; instead, they prioritize improving digital systems for data collection and analysis within social services.

Council members Jan Jönsson and Anne-Lie Elfvén (L) propose that the City of Stockholm investigates its involvement in the operations of the former boys' home Eolshäll, where boys were subjected to abuse between the 1970s and 1990s. They also suggest the city explores financial compensation for the victims, inspired by Norway's 'rettferdsvederlag' model. The City Executive Board and most referral bodies deem such an investigation too complex for the city alone, recommending a national inquiry instead, while the Moderates and Liberals, in reservations, criticize the majority's stance, arguing the city has both the capability and responsibility to act.

A motion by Jan Jönsson (L) proposed placing vocational programs in popular inner-city high schools, developing a strategy to make them more attractive, and training career counselors to increase student enrollment. The City Executive Board responded that the city is already working to strengthen vocational programs, citing the successful relocation of a sales and service program to Bromma Gymnasium, and that career counselors are already receiving ongoing training. They also noted challenges in establishing new inner-city vocational programs, including costs and potential competition with existing schools.

Jan Jönsson (L) has proposed that the City of Stockholm inventory all schoolyards and renovate them to ensure accessibility for all children, parents, and staff, especially those with disabilities. While the City Executive Office notes similar ongoing work, the Education Committee views an inventory positively but emphasizes the need for budgeted resources. The Social Services Committee and Funktionsrätt Stockholm also support making outdoor environments more inclusive.

Jan Jönsson (L) proposes that responsibility for costs for new access systems and school environment improvements like ventilation and soundproofing be shifted from schools to property owner SISAB, ensuring a basic safety standard and good work environment regardless of a school's finances. The majority of the City Executive Board supports moving access system costs to SISAB and a contract review is underway, but cautions that too many shifted costs could increase rents and reduce funds for education.

Jan Jönsson (L) proposed creating a "Viva Lyceum healthcare" by merging Komvux and upper secondary healthcare programs to boost interest in healthcare professions, suggesting the city co-finance driving licenses for successful students, inspired by Skövde municipality. However, the majority in the City Executive Board and several committees rejected the proposal, citing existing efforts, lack of suitable premises at Kungsholmen's Västra gymnasium, and potential pedagogical challenges in mixing student groups. The Red-Greens noted that the city will already offer subsidized driving licenses for healthcare programs from autumn 2025, but they oppose merging the educational programs.

The City of Stockholm will respond to the National Board of Housing, Building and Planning's report on introducing a national standard for classifying cases under the Planning and Building Act (PBL). The city supports a common, mandatory classification to increase transparency and efficiency in the building permit process but advises against a national case management system due to concerns about information security and municipal self-governance. The state should finance the costs of any new state-imposed requirements.

Jonas Naddebo (C) has proposed that the City of Stockholm introduce a "building permit robot" to automate simpler permit applications, thereby shortening processing times for businesses and private individuals, and also investigate other automatable permit processes. The City Executive Board states that the city is already working on digitalizing and streamlining permit processes. However, the Center Party, Moderates, Liberals, and Christian Democrats have reserved their positions, believing the proposals should be adopted to accelerate this work.

A motion by SD politicians seeks to halt plans for approximately 140 new homes in Klubbensborgsbacken, Mälarhöjden, arguing the proposed development would ruin the area's character, natural values, and access to green spaces. The City Executive Board responded by highlighting the housing shortage and affirming that the project is following a democratic process where all viewpoints will be considered before the City Planning Committee makes a final decision.

The City of Stockholm rejects the proposal for a new organization of property formation activities (SOU 2025:98). The City's administrations, including the City Executive Office, Development Office, and Building and Planning Office, argue that the proposal would likely worsen Stockholm's urban development process and local considerations, and also lead to the probable closure of Stockholm's municipal land surveying office.

Two Liberal politicians, Björn Ljung and André Nilsson, proposed that Stockholm introduce a model allowing construction companies to pay for detailed development plans over time, rather than upfront, to help manage costs during downturns and boost building rates. However, the city rejected the motion, arguing that the current rolling invoicing model already provides transparency and predictability, that plan fees are a minor part of overall project costs, and that the decline in housing construction is primarily due to broader macroeconomic factors, not municipal fees.

Two Sweden Democrats politicians submitted a motion to halt plans for new housing in Långbro Park, Älvsjö, specifically on the Lågbron 1 property, arguing that the proposed construction would damage important park features and that existing café operations and gardens should be preserved. The City Executive Board responded that while the detailed plan for housing has already been cancelled, planning will continue to focus on establishing a public activity, such as a café, at the site.

The City of Stockholm welcomes Trafikverket's proposed changes to the classification of areas vital for transport as national interests, though it criticizes the lack of early involvement in the process. The city emphasizes the need to ensure these national interests do not impede the development of new housing and workplaces, particularly in areas like Norra Djurgårdsstaden and around Bromma Airport. Furthermore, Stockholm seeks to review and potentially reduce national interest designations in Frihamnen and at Masthamnen/Stadsgården to facilitate urban development.

The City Executive Board has approved its activity report and financial statements for 2025, which show a financial surplus of SEK 99.5 million, primarily due to lower costs for politicians and vacant positions. Additionally, SEK 94.6 million has been re-budgeted for district and party offices' operations in 2026, and SEK 93.8 million has been approved for IT development and preparedness measures. However, the Liberals and Centre Party criticize the report for not fully reflecting real challenges in schools, social services, security, and housing construction.

Two SD politicians proposed making the Rålambshov Park amphitheater a safer, year-round meeting place, suggesting a café, dance stage, and ice rink. The city responded that they are already working on activating and securing the area by clearing bushes, renovating the stands, establishing a dance floor, and creating a winter ice rink. They believe the amphitheater is good for events but requires interest from external actors to establish more permanent operations like cafés.

The City of Stockholm is reviewing its 2026 budget and goals to ensure all committees' and companies' plans align with the City Council's overarching objectives. This check aims to confirm ambitious enough targets are set, especially for welfare, safety, and climate transition, despite economic challenges and reduced government grants.

The Centre Party proposed that Stockholm explore becoming a test city for self-driving cars, in collaboration with Waymo, to study the technology's potential and risks regarding safety, climate benefits, and congestion. However, the City Executive Board, Traffic Committee, and several district committees are against this, citing that the city already monitors developments internationally and lacks Swedish legislation. They prefer to await further authority investigations before initiating new pilot projects, especially since a similar application from Tesla was recently rejected due to infrastructure strain and public safety concerns.

The City of Stockholm is to respond to the Ministry of Justice's proposal to tighten maintenance requirements for family reunification. The City Executive Office advises against the new proposals, arguing they risk counteracting integration, causing more suffering for newcomers and their children, and increasing the need for social services. The Moderates and Sweden Democrats dissent, advocating for the city to approve the proposals to strengthen self-sufficiency and reduce exclusion.

Hanna Wistrand (L) proposed that Stockholm investigate building a multi-track for skiing, cycling, and parasports to create an accessible year-round training environment, especially for children, youth, para-athletes, and Vasaloppet participants. The City Executive Board acknowledges the great need for more sports facilities and notes that the Sports Department is already in dialogue with the Stockholm Ski Association regarding such a track, aligning with existing mandates to increase sports facilities. Therefore, the motion is considered addressed, meaning no new investigation is needed as the ongoing work will continue.

The Liberals, through Hanna Wistrand, propose that the City of Stockholm introduce special support for sports clubs affected by closed facilities during renovations, along with a long-term plan to increase access to sports facilities through temporary structures or subsidies for private ones. However, the city deems existing support and evacuation solutions sufficient, citing difficulties in fair distribution, ongoing work to strengthen club support, and an existing, updated strategy for sports facilities.