All agenda items

The Labour Market Committee has considered a letter from Christina Tufvesson (L) and Johan Kling (C) regarding the introduction of SAO jobs in Stockholm. The Committee decided to await the results from the ongoing pilot project with SAO jobs by the Education Administration and Stockholm Business Region before taking a stance on its own potential role in the matter. This means no new SAO jobs will be introduced by the Labour Market Committee at this time.

The Labour Market Committee has commented on the "Action Plan for a Gender Equal Stockholm 2030." The Committee approved the administration's proposal, expressing support for the plan while stressing the need to incorporate human rights models, manage the high volume of action plans, expand study opportunity goals to adult education, tighten requirements for school staff, and reformulate goals for Jobbtorg Stockholm. The Moderates and Liberals entered reservations, finding the plan insufficient and advocating for its revision or referral back.

The Labor Market Committee approved the Labor Market Administration's proposed statement on the Program for Events, emphasizing the city's role as an inclusive employer and city, and advocating for a clearer environmental and climate perspective in the program. The Liberals' motion for re-referral to allow broader dialogue with the events industry was rejected, with Christina Tufvesson (L) registering a reservation, while the Centre Party also issued a separate statement criticizing the program's lack of concrete measures, timelines, and follow-up mechanisms.

The Labour Market Committee approved the City Executive Board's proposal for Stockholm City to implement digital personnel files, aiming to make handling personnel documents more efficient and secure by replacing paper-based files within five years. Members from the Moderates submitted a special statement supporting digitalization but emphasizing the importance of high security and accuracy, citing previous data theft incidents and threats from foreign powers.

The Labour Market Committee commented on the City Executive Board's proposed new guidelines for financial assistance, expressing a positive view on simplifications while noting that upcoming legal changes may affect future guidelines. They sought clarifications on Swedish for Immigrants (sfi) studies, the shared responsibility between district committees and the Labour Market Committee for self-sufficiency, and the possibility of financial assistance for young adults aged 18-21 who lack parents with maintenance obligations. The committee unanimously approved the administration's proposed statement.

The Labour Market Committee commented on a state inquiry regarding strengthening principals' leadership, largely agreeing with its proposals. However, the committee advised against defining principals' pedagogical leadership in the Education Act and introducing a new, stricter eligibility requirement for principals, believing it would narrow the selection without increasing qualified candidates and that a definition risked being insufficiently dynamic. The decision was unanimous, with one member (Christina Tufvesson, L) adding a special statement on the need for more flexible eligibility requirements based on school type and administrative relief for principals.

The Labor Market Committee submitted its March monthly report, indicating expected revenues from the National Agency for Education and the Swedish Migration Agency will exceed the budget. The committee plans to request a budget adjustment in its first trimester report, while investments are projected to remain within budget. The committee unanimously approved the report.

The Labour Market Committee has noted the minutes from the Disability Council's meeting on April 15, 2026. Discussions at the meeting included the Council's letter regarding an advertisement from the Elderly Care Administration, issues concerning the new activity requirement in "Fleråringen 2027-2029" affecting individuals with disabilities, and how the administration is utilizing work differentiation to integrate people with disabilities into the labour market.

The Sweden Democrats inquired about the consequences of altered rules for unemployment benefits and activity support. A written response to this question was emailed to all board members.

At the meeting, the department head informed that the City of Stockholm is preparing for the introduction of an activity requirement reform, effective July 1, 2026. The city has also been allocated approximately 28 million SEK from the government to offer summer jobs and other employment for young people, with a proposal for fund distribution submitted to the City Executive Office.

Councilman Dennis Wedin (M) proposed that the city establish clear guidelines for sponsorship and naming rights at municipal sports facilities, enabling sports clubs to generate revenue from sponsors. However, the Sports Administration advises against the proposal, citing legal complexities in allowing clubs to sell naming rights for multi-user municipal facilities and noting that the city already has an ongoing initiative addressing advertising and sponsorship on sports grounds.

The Sports Committee is to review the Sports Administration's proposed response to the City Executive Board's "Action Plan for a Gender Equal Stockholm 2030." The Administration recommends approval of its positive opinion, suggesting the plan's text be condensed and that girls and boys be mentioned more consistently in goal formulations. This action plan, extending to 2030, aims to strengthen the city's gender equality efforts, ensuring Stockholmers have equal rights and opportunities regardless of gender.

The Sports Committee is set to consider a proposal to continue organized spontaneous football for youth aged 13-20 in Järva during the October 2026 to April 2027 season. This activity, which enhances safety, will take place in Tensta, Ärvinge, Rinkeby, and Spånga football halls, run by local sports clubs with 1.4 million SEK in leader cost support from the Sports Administration.

The Sports Committee is set to review a proposal to grant Farsta Tennis Club 1,064,000 SEK over eight years. This support aims to help the club adjust its finances after its annual lease fee for land in Gubbängen increased significantly from 500 SEK to 379,876 SEK, and is contingent on the club maintaining a primary focus on children and youth activities.

The Sports Committee will consider a proposal to distribute a SEK 1 million budget increase as association support for environmental and climate work. The Sports Administration suggests that associations already receiving membership activity support could apply for up to SEK 4,000 for initiatives that reduce the climate impact of travel and events, and increase the reuse of clothing and equipment.

The Sports Committee proposes its budget for 2027, with a focus on 2028 and 2029, outlining how it will increase Stockholmers' physical activity by supporting sports clubs and developing sports opportunities linked to the school day. The plan also includes building new facilities as the city grows, ensuring safe and secure venues, and implementing measures to reduce environmental impact.

The Real Estate Committee is authorized to investigate the future of Eriksdalsbadet, Sweden's national arena for aquatic sports, with a budget of up to SEK 25 million. This investigation will explore three options: a complete renovation, a complete renovation that includes relocating the national arena, or new construction. The findings will inform a decision on the long-term development of the bath for the public and associations, addressing current deficiencies and high visitor numbers.

The Strategic Council received results from Project "Helge," which clarifies the Service Department's role in the city's HR and economics competence provision, proposing ten ideas to make the department a nursery for economists and HR staff, with services offered to administrations and companies from 2027. The council also discussed a status report from the Service Department, noting procurement challenges, and prepared changes and new prices for certain services for 2026.

The Council was informed of the Service Department's financial forecast as of March 31, 2026. The forecast indicated an expected budget deviation of -5.8 million SEK, primarily driven by procurement costs. No decisions were made; the information was simply noted.

The management team discussed the 2027-2029 budget and how to tackle welfare fraud, with the Service Department contributing specialized expertise. They were also informed about staff turnover among procurement officers and the opening of a reuse center in May. The Service Department board meeting was canceled due to a lack of decision items.