All agenda items

Jonas Naddebo (Centre Party) proposes transforming Johanneshovsvägen in Årsta from a four-lane road into a green, two-lane boulevard, making space for approximately 1045 new homes, shops, restaurants, and wider pedestrian and cycle paths. He also suggests a green corridor and a new public square to enhance social cohesion. The city agrees with the vision for development and new housing but states that these plans are already part of the ongoing "Årstastråket" phase 3 project, which includes about 1500 new homes, thus deeming additional directives unnecessary.

The Liberals propose a review of Stockholm's land allocation policy to better assist those struggling to find housing, advocating for stronger social requirements on developers, such as more homes for lower-income households, and a greater role for the social welfare committee. However, the City, via the City Executive Board, believes existing guidelines and a new housing provision action plan already address these concerns, rendering a policy revision unnecessary.

Jonas Naddebo (C) proposed developing Kista into a Nordic total defense center to reverse its negative trend of companies leaving and high vacancy rates, alongside strategic urban development with more housing and improved public spaces. Stockholm City agrees on Kista's importance and the need for investment, noting that much work is already underway and emphasizing a mixed-use district; while not seeing a defense center as the sole solution, they confirm that defense-related activities are present and will continue to be strengthened.

Gabriel Kroon (SD) proposed a scheme for residents to purchase and finance their own trees, possibly with a nameplate, for planting on public land to increase the city's tree count without heavily burdening the municipal budget. However, the City Executive Board rejected the proposal, citing previous similar initiatives that proved administratively burdensome and not cost-effective, alongside legal and practical challenges regarding ownership and maintenance. Instead, the red-green parties have allocated 71 million SEK for tree planting and maintenance in 2026.

Two Sweden Democrats proposed that all signs and advertising in Stockholm's public spaces should be primarily in Swedish, meaning Swedish text must visually dominate, for instance, by being at least twice as large as text in other languages. The proposal was rejected by the majority of the municipal executive board and most committees, citing existing legislation, the city's communication program, and concerns that it could hinder communication and accessibility for residents and visitors.

Liberal Party members propose that the city's policy documents, such as the architecture policy and the strategy for small-house areas, should have a greater impact on Stockholm's development. They argue these documents are not always fully followed, potentially risking important cultural environments and the city's unique character. The City Executive Board responds that the city already systematically works to strengthen these documents and inter-committee coordination through training and follow-ups, but remains positive about further development.

Åsa Nilsson Söderström (L) proposed establishing a competence center in Stockholm to assist individuals subjected to transnational repression, involving threats and pressure from their home countries. This center would consolidate knowledge, provide support, and offer legal aid. The majority of administrations and the City Commissioner believe this falls outside municipal responsibility and is a state task, while the Liberal Party argues it could operate similarly to "Origo," an existing center for honor-related violence.

Jan Jönsson (L) suggests Stockholm schools should increase their use of phonics to improve students' reading ability, which has declined according to an international study. The City Executive Board believes phonics is important but not sufficient, advocating for balanced instruction using multiple methods and a focus on language comprehension, especially for non-native Swedish speakers. The Board also shares Stockholm University's concern regarding politicians' detailed control over teachers' methodological choices.

Jan Jönsson and Sara Svanström (L) propose consolidating all Stockholm city parking garages under the company Stockholm Parkering to improve efficiency and clarity. This would relieve companies like SISAB from managing parking facilities, allowing them to focus on their core missions. Despite challenges such as property formation and tax implications, the proposers advocate for an investigation to determine the optimal solution.

Councilman Dennis Wedin (M) proposed that the city should take action to lower food prices by increasing competition among grocery stores, suggesting competition analyses in planning, a "fast track" for new stores in detailed plans, and reviewing existing plans. The city responded that they are already actively working on this, citing the "New grocery stores – Proactive planning and land allocation" project, and deemed a fast track inappropriate as it could compromise quality assurance in the planning process and risk hindering sustainable urban development goals.

Councillor Svante Linusson (C) proposed moving the winter break to an earlier week to increase the chance of Stockholm's children experiencing winter play with snow and ice, citing milder winters and less snow during week 9. However, the City Executive Board advises against this, deeming it would create significant challenges for schools, families, and businesses, and noting that earlier timing wouldn't guarantee snow either.

Two SD politicians aim to halt the construction of an LSS residential home in Lammholmen, citing unsuitable ground conditions, the risk of destroying an old-growth forest, and highway noise. However, the city and several committees deem the residence necessary due to a significant shortage of LSS places and assert that all concerns will be thoroughly investigated during the detailed planning process.

Motioners propose that the City of Stockholm immediately activate a twin city agreement with Ukraine's capital, Kyiv, and donate surplus equipment for Ukraine's reconstruction, seeing this as an act of solidarity and a way to assist Kyiv with expertise and materials. Presenting Commissioner Karin Wanngård responded that Stockholm already supports Ukraine in various ways, an agreement can be signed when feasible, and the city continuously investigates opportunities to donate equipment based on Ukraine's needs. The Moderates and Liberals have reservations, advocating for immediate activation of the twin city agreement and regular equipment donations.

Johan Nilsson (M) proposed that all municipal primary and secondary schools in Stockholm should be locked 24/7 to enhance security and prevent unauthorized access. The City Executive Board suggests responding to the motion, but further investigating the matter. Skolfastigheter i Stockholm AB (SISAB) and the City Management Office have already been tasked with examining whether SISAB can cover the costs of installing electronic access systems, aiming to equip more schools with such locking systems.

The Moderates proposed that the City of Stockholm regularly map honor-related violence and oppression, at least once per term, to monitor developments and improve preventive and supportive measures, especially for children and young people in schools. However, the City Executive Office, the Social Welfare Committee, and the Education Committee believe that extensive work is already underway and a new mapping would be too resource-intensive at present, citing an ongoing government inquiry on the matter. Therefore, the motion is proposed to not be approved.

Councillor Dennis Wedin (M) proposed that the City of Stockholm work to make football safer and preserve the supporter culture. This would involve Stockholm Globe Arena Fastigheter AB installing new security solutions at the arenas, in cooperation with Hammarby IF and Djurgårdens IF, before the 2025 season to prevent disturbances and match interruptions. The City Executive Board considers the motion answered, referring to ongoing work on technical solutions and a broader dialogue between the city, the police, and sports federations to promote a positive supporter culture and counter violence and extremism in the stands.

Jonas Naddebo (C) proposes that Stockholm sell land it owns outside the municipal border, primarily in Botkyrka, Ekerö, Huddinge, Järfälla, and Nacka, as it's no longer vital for Stockholm's development. While Stockholm historically acquired land for suburban expansion, Naddebo believes there's no longer a reason to retain it. The City Executive Office and the Real Estate Committee responded that they are already working on selling non-strategic land when market conditions allow, with most having been sold since 2007, and therefore see no need for further instructions.

Jonas Naddebo (C) proposed that the City of Stockholm create a central website for all citizen proposals, including their responses and decisions, to increase transparency and ease of access. The City Executive Board did not fully endorse the motion but stated that work to clarify procedures and improve citizen information is already underway.

The Liberals, represented by Jan Jönsson and Elin Hjelmestam, proposed a pilot project to install solar panels on the facades of municipal buildings in Stockholm to boost local electricity production and reduce climate impact. The City Executive Board responded that similar projects have already shown facade-mounted solar panels are less efficient and more costly than rooftop installations, deeming current rooftop strategies sufficient while monitoring future technological advancements.

Liberal politicians proposed that Stockholm establish an "environmental controller" for the major urban development project in Bromma. This role would minimize climate and environmental impact, ensure safe ground remediation, and preserve biodiversity. However, the City Executive Board believes an environmental controller is not necessary at this early stage, as sustainability issues are already being addressed within the project framework.