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The Culture Committee will respond to a referral from the City Executive Board regarding a new action plan for a gender-equal Stockholm by 2030, aiming for equal rights and opportunities for all residents regardless of gender. The Culture Administration and City Archives support the plan, emphasizing the need to highlight underrepresented groups in cultural and educational materials and to strengthen city-wide coordination for successful implementation. This new plan replaces the previous one from 2018-2022 and will be in effect until 2030.

The Culture Committee is set to review a proposal for the City Archives to procure new framework agreements for digitization services, such as scanning and indexing, as the current agreement expires in September 2026. This procurement, valued at approximately SEK 8 million over four years, will enable the City Archives and other municipal administrations and companies to order services for preserving and making archive information accessible.

The Archives Committee is proposed to go on a study trip to Malmö and Copenhagen on May 26-27, 2026. The purpose is to study development work with a focus on collaboration and innovative methods within the archives field. The City Archives will cover the cost of the trip, and participation will form the basis for remuneration.

The Culture Committee is set to decide on new guidelines for the City Archives regarding the procurement of goods and services without prior advertisement (direct award contracts). These guidelines will clarify how the City Archives should manage such purchases, including applicable monetary thresholds and when consultation with a purchasing coordinator is required. This means, among other things, that purchases exceeding SEK 100,000 must be thoroughly documented, and the City Archivist will be authorized to adjust the guidelines in the future.

The City Archives proposes its budget for 2027 and plans for 2028-2029 to the Culture Committee. The proposal emphasizes modernizing digital platforms, improving searchability and service at its Kungsklippan and Liljeholmskajen locations, and streamlining information management through AI and collaboration. The aim is to increase access to archives for all Stockholmers and contribute to a transparent, sustainable, and economically stable city.

The City Archives will submit its monthly report for March 2026 to the board. The report indicates no deviations from the 2026 budget, neither for operating costs nor investments, meaning the City Archives' finances are in line with the established plan.

The City of Stockholm is planning an extensive renovation and reconstruction of the culturally significant property Pelarbacken Större 4 on Götgatan, Södermalm. The building, which houses Södergården, Söderbokhandeln, and two other shops, is in poor condition and requires upgrades to meet modern fire safety and accessibility standards. The renovation is expected to be completed in the second quarter of 2028, after which the Culture Committee will become the primary tenant for Södergården's spaces, subletting them to the association.

The Liberals proposed designating Fagersjöskogen as a nature reserve to protect its unique natural values, wildlife, and secure a vital green space for South Stockholm residents. The city responded that work to investigate the conditions for a nature reserve in Fagersjöskogen is already underway as part of previous budget decisions.

The Stockholm Ports Board was informed that they have procured waste management and sanitation services from Stena Recycling AB. This agreement, valued at up to 55 million SEK over eight years, will ensure efficient and environmentally friendly waste handling for the ports, ships, and public areas in Stockholm and Kapellskär.

The Board of Ports of Stockholm AB decided to adopt three supplementary owner directives from the City Council. These include the City of Stockholm's Chemical Plan 2025-2031 for a non-toxic environment, a business policy and establishment strategy to promote entrepreneurship, and guidelines for mobility and parking in new developments to encourage sustainable travel and reduce car dependency.

The board of Stockholm Harbour AB approved lifting the swimming ban at nine inner-city locations, including Djurgården, parts of Årstaviken, and Reimersholme, as well as for city-approved swimming structures. This decision, which will allow swimming in more places, now moves to the Stockholm City Hall AB Group Board before being proposed to the Municipal Council for final approval.

The Board of Ports of Stockholm AB decided to propose to the Stockholm City Hall AB Group Board and the City Council that the transfer of the Magasin 5 building to S:t Erik Markutveckling AB be approved. This will be accomplished by forming two new companies – a holding company and a subsidiary to which Magasin 5 will be transferred – before the subsidiary's shares are sold to S:t Erik Markutveckling AB. The aim is for Ports of Stockholm AB to focus on its port operations, while S:t Erik Markutveckling AB takes over the building's management, as outlined in the City Council's budget decision for 2026.

The Board of Stockholm Ports Ltd. approved the basis for the 2027 budget and the strategic direction for 2028-2029, which was then submitted to the Stockholm City Hall Ltd. Board. The budget includes a SEK 1 billion investment plan for 2027-2029, focusing on increasing revenue, operational efficiency, and achieving a fossil-free port.

The City Council will review the 2025 annual reports for both the Stockholm City Coordination Association (FINSAM), which coordinates financial rehabilitation efforts for residents, and the Greater Stockholm Fire Department. The City Executive Board proposes that the Council approve these annual reports and grant discharge from liability to both boards for 2025, thereby endorsing their management of finances and operations.

The City Council will consider a proposal to lower and simplify Kulturskolan Stockholm's fee structure, effective August 1, 2026. This would reduce most course fees, for example, long courses from 750-950 SEK to 650 SEK, and allow more low-income households access to free Kulturskolan. The aim is to increase equity and access to cultural activities for children and young people in Stockholm, though the opposition argues that general reductions are not effective in reaching underrepresented groups.

The City Executive Board will respond to a referral from the Swedish Civil Contingencies Agency regarding guidelines for achieving equal protection against accidents for people with disabilities. While Stockholm is positive about the initiative to strengthen protection, it advises against formulations that could be interpreted as imposing new, stricter fire safety requirements on group homes and elder care based on factors such as distance to a fire station.

The Climate and Enterprise Department proposes new regulations to complement EU rules on critical raw materials and net-zero industries, aiming to expedite permit processes for related projects by introducing deadlines and designated contact points, such as the County Administrative Boards. The City of Stockholm has no objections, but finds the 45-day deadline to deem an application complete to be short, while acknowledging the opportunity to comment later in the process.

The City Council is proposed to adopt a detailed plan to enable the expansion of the new Yellow metro line between Fridhemsplan and Älvsjö. This 7.8-kilometer stretch will include six new stations: Fridhemsplan, Liljeholmen, Årstaberg, Årstafältet, Östbergahöjden, and Älvsjö. The expansion aims to strengthen public transport, connect city districts, and facilitate new housing and workplaces in a growing Stockholm.

The City Executive Board is recommended to approve the basis for the City of Stockholm's 2027 budget, along with planning for 2028 and 2029. This document outlines strategic priorities for addressing challenges such as economic uncertainty, climate transition, safety, and housing construction. Several parties, including the Liberals, Sweden Democrats, Centre Party, and Christian Democrats, have submitted reservations with their own proposals and opinions, concerning issues like crime prevention, choice within social services, and construction rates.

Liberal Party members proposed that Stockholm implement more summer pedestrian streets and squares to vitalize the city and boost local businesses, while ensuring public transport accessibility and citizen dialogue. The city responded that it is already continuously expanding summer pedestrian zones (9 new locations by summer 2026, totaling 64), with the Traffic Administration ensuring public transport flow by avoiding bus routes and engaging residents and businesses through information and open houses. Several committees and organizations support summer pedestrian zones but emphasize the importance of dialogue and consideration for public transport and emergency services.