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Motioners propose that the City of Stockholm immediately activate a twin city agreement with Kyiv and that city administrations and companies donate unneeded equipment for Ukraine's reconstruction. The Finance Commissioner believes the city already supports Ukraine in various ways and that the agreement can be signed when the situation allows, but not immediately. The minority reserves its position, arguing the agreement should be activated now and support intensified.

Johan Nilsson (M) proposed 24/7 locking of all municipal primary and secondary schools in Stockholm to enhance security, prevent crime, and improve staff working conditions. While acknowledging the importance of locked doors, the City Executive Board noted they don't fully protect against serious violence and suggested investigating how Skolfastigheter i Stockholm AB (SISAB) could cover the costs of lock systems to enable more schools to install them. The Moderates and Liberals support the locked school proposal, albeit with differing implementation priorities.

The Moderates propose that the City of Stockholm regularly map honor-related violence and oppression, at least once per term, to monitor developments and improve city initiatives. However, several committees, including the City Executive Office, the Social Welfare Committee, and the Education Committee, believe that extensive work is already underway and that a new, regular mapping would be too resource-intensive. They argue that the focus should instead be on strengthening ongoing efforts to develop common routines and cooperation.

Councillor Dennis Wedin (M) proposed that Stockholm Globe Arena Fastigheter AB, owner of several arenas, install new security solutions before the 2025 football season to prevent disturbances and match interruptions, aiming for safer football while preserving fan culture. However, the City Executive Board deemed the motion already addressed by ongoing work, noting that while technical solutions are part of safety efforts, lasting change also requires a cultural shift among supporters, with continuous work including club dialogue and preventative support.

Jonas Naddebo (Centre Party) proposes that Stockholm sell land it owns outside the city limits, mainly in Botkyrka, Ekerö, Huddinge, Järfälla, and Nacka. This land was originally acquired for suburban development, but the Centre Party argues the city should now grow from within and no longer needs it. The majority on the Municipal Board and committees respond that the process of selling non-strategic land has been ongoing since 2007, and therefore they see no reason to issue further directives.

Jonas Naddebo (C) proposed a website to gather and make searchable all citizen proposals and decisions, aiming to increase transparency and help residents follow their suggestions. The City Executive Board agrees on the importance of citizen proposals for democracy and the need for improved routines, noting they are already working on clarifying information and processes, which they believe will address the motion's intent.

The Liberals propose a pilot project for installing solar panels on municipal building facades to boost local renewable energy in Stockholm. However, the city has already undertaken similar projects and finds rooftop solar panels more efficient and profitable due to lower electricity production and higher installation/maintenance costs for facade-mounted units. Despite this, the Liberals wish to continue exploring new technical solutions, believing a new pilot project can foster innovation and knowledge development for the city's future energy needs.

The Liberals proposed hiring a dedicated "environmental controller" for the major Bromma development project to ensure its environmental sustainability, overseeing tasks like ground remediation and biodiversity protection, and reporting to the City Council. However, several city departments deemed the proposal premature, citing existing efforts to form a sustainability specialist group and suggesting a sustainability strategist instead. The City Executive Board rejected the motion, though Jan Jönsson (L) dissented, arguing an environmental controller is vital for transparency and accountability in such a large undertaking.

The Liberals propose that the City of Stockholm hire a "contract controller" within the Traffic Administration to review and follow up on the city's agreements with external companies, aiming to reduce the risk of infrastructure projects exceeding planned costs. The Traffic Administration responds that they have already strengthened their contract follow-up work and hired a contract controller, thus believing the motion's objective is already met.

Council members Jan Jönsson and Björn Ljung (both L) propose that Stockholm develop a strategy to increase the number of allotment gardens and urban farming areas. They want the city to investigate suitable land and simplify the process for creating new plots, citing long waiting lists and high demand. The City Executive Board responds that a program for urban-proximate cultivation is already underway to address these issues, but the Liberals believe progress is too slow and want the motion approved immediately.

Council members Anette Hellström and Johan Nilsson (M) propose that the city quickly replace the Sätra recycling center, which closed at the end of 2024/2025 due to land needed for an Ellevio power grid expansion, with a new permanent or temporary facility in western Söderort. While Stockholm Vatten och Avfall AB plans a mini-recycling center in Skärholmen by September 2025 and has expanded other services, Moderaterna and Liberalerna argue these solutions are insufficient, especially for garden waste, and advocate for a permanent, full-sized recycling center.

Councillor Nike Örbrink (KD) proposed that Stockholm appoint a temporary "waste ombudsman" for two years to review city expenditures in administrations and companies, identifying areas for efficiency improvements, particularly concerning non-core tasks. The City Executive Board rejected the proposal, stating that extensive financial reviews, including by the City Audit Office, already exist, and a waste ombudsman risks duplicating efforts.

The Liberals propose that Stockholm city invest more in innovative housing models, like the Kymmendö model used by Stadsmissionen, to create socially and economically sustainable homes, identifying regulatory obstacles and adapting land policy. The City Executive Board responds that the city already promotes innovative housing with new land allocation guidelines prioritizing social sustainability, but emphasizes the need for housing companies to operate commercially.

Destiny Zandi Lindgren (KD) proposed using lighter asphalt and pavements in Stockholm to enhance the city's appeal, reduce temperatures during heatwaves, and save energy on street lighting. Critics argue that trees and greenery are more effective against heat, and lighter asphalt could compromise traffic safety and hinder visually impaired individuals. The city council does not deem it worthwhile to investigate colored asphalt as a general measure.

The Moderates, represented by Dennis Wedin and Henrik Virro, proposed a unified Facility Management (FM) strategy to streamline building maintenance and reduce costs by coordinating services like property care, cleaning, and reception. However, the City Executive Board deemed this unnecessary, citing ongoing efforts to improve procurement and management, and expressed concern that an overly standardized approach could hinder operational flexibility.

Moderates proposed making Stockholm greener and more enjoyable by utilizing unused spaces like flat roofs, areas under bridges, and neglected quays for new mini-parks. The City Executive Board shares this ambition but believes the city is already addressing these issues through existing programs like "Greener Stockholm" and the "Quay Strategy," thus seeing no need for new mandates. While some district councils were positive about more mini-parks, most referral bodies considered the work already underway within other committees' responsibilities.

The proposers, Annika Elmlund and Johan Nilsson (M), suggested Stockholm develop an action plan to build more terraced houses and similar homes to offer greater choice, especially for families with children seeking larger homes with gardens. The City Executive Board deemed a separate action plan unnecessary, as work on creating larger and diverse housing is already underway within existing plans and budgets. However, the city emphasized the importance of counteracting segregation by blending various housing types, including terraced houses, in different areas.

Councilman Tom Hedrup (M) proposed that all Stockholm high school students should visit a university at least once before graduation to boost motivation for higher education, especially for first-generation students, and called for increased university collaboration. The city responded that high schools already partner with universities like KTH and Stockholm University, including free visits via Vetenskapens Hus, prioritizing schools with lower admission scores, and emphasized the importance of fostering motivation from elementary school. Citing these existing efforts, the motion was rejected.

Stockholm Vatten AB plans to reduce its ownership in the Himmerfjärdsverket treatment plant company, Syvab AB, from approximately 33 percent to 14 percent. This is because Stockholm Vatten will direct more wastewater to its own Henriksdal treatment plant, while Himmerfjärdsverket expands its capacity and connects the municipalities of Ekerö and Trosa. For Stockholm residents, this means the company's guarantee commitment in Syvab will decrease from SEK 860 million to SEK 225 million.

Stockholm's City Executive Board has approved plans for a new full-sized recycling center in Sätra, southwest Stockholm, at a cost of 337 million SEK. This new center, replacing the old closed one, will offer increased capacity for bulky and hazardous waste, a greater focus on reuse and education, and aims to be completed by 2031 while also helping to combat waste-related crime.