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The Labour Market Committee has submitted its 2025 activity report, detailing efforts to help more Stockholmers find jobs and education. Despite high unemployment, over 9,200 individuals, many on social assistance or with disabilities, received support via Jobbtorg Stockholm, and a record 11,700 young people secured summer jobs. The report also highlights expanded adult education and preparations for new laws aimed at increasing self-sufficiency.

This agenda covers several referrals from Stockholm City Hall AB and its subsidiaries concerning waste management, property formation, and building permit matters. Notably, the new sorting and food waste facility in Högdalen, utilizing NIR technology for automated sorting, has been completed. This facility is expected to reduce the city's greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 32,800 tons of CO2 equivalents annually and facilitate food waste collection for households. Additionally, a positive response has been given to a national classification structure for building cases under the Planning and Building Act, while emphasizing the need for controlled and gradual implementation.

The City Council has decided on several new guidelines for Stockholm's municipal companies. These include a chemical plan for a toxic-free Stockholm, a business policy to improve the business climate, guidelines for designing better preschool and schoolyards, an action plan for housing supply, and new guidelines for mobility and parking in new construction to promote sustainable travel and reduce private car use in the city.

Stockholms Stadshus AB is updating its internal rules for who can approve purchases and payments, and the amounts they can handle. This is being done to ensure invoices and salaries are managed correctly and securely, especially following changes in the company's management. The changes aim to improve internal control and reduce the risk of incorrect payments.

The Municipal Executive Board proposes changes to Stockholmsmässan's articles of association. These are mainly administrative, clarifying the company's purpose to adhere to municipal principles, allowing for the engagement of an audit firm instead of a named auditor, and modernizing the language. These updates, similar to those made to other municipal companies in 2024, are not expected to affect Stockholmsmässan's current operations.

Stockholm Vatten AB intends to reduce its ownership in Syvab AB, which operates the Himmerfjärdsverket wastewater treatment plant, from approximately 33 percent to about 14 percent. This is because Stockholm Vatten will be directing some of its wastewater to the Henriksdals treatment plant instead, leading to reduced use of Himmerfjärdsverket. Simultaneously, the municipalities of Ekerö and Trosa will become owners of Syvab, and Stockholm Vatten's guarantee commitment in Syvab will decrease from approximately 860 million SEK to about 225 million SEK.

The City of Stockholm is planning a major renovation and expansion of Lillholmsskolan in Skärholmen, which includes a new sports hall. The project, estimated to cost SEK 461.7 million, will provide the school with permanent, long-term capacity and modern facilities for adapted compulsory school. The sports hall will be accessible to the school during daytime hours and to local sports clubs in the evenings and on weekends.

The Stockholm City Executive Board has approved the renovation and expansion of the Tensta Reservoir in Järva, which is vital for the drinking water supply in Västerort. The existing reservoir, serving approximately 220,000 people, dates back to 1969 and requires modernization. The plan is to first build a new reservoir next to the old one, and then renovate the existing one, a project expected to take eight years in total, from 2026 to 2034, to secure water quality, supply reliability, and improve pressure conditions in the water network for residents.

Stockholm City plans to build a new, full-sized recycling center in Sätra. This facility, estimated to cost 337 million Swedish kronor, will replace the previous center in Sätra and help meet the city's needs for waste management and reuse. The aim is to increase capacity for bulky waste, hazardous waste, and materials for reuse, while creating a modern facility that reduces queues and simplifies sorting for residents.

Stockholms Stadshus AB is presenting its budget and operational plan for 2026, with a focus on investing in housing, care facilities, and infrastructure such as water and sewage. The company will also acquire two new businesses, continue working towards sustainability goals aligned with Agenda 2030, and enhance city safety while maintaining a stable economy. A new sustainability declaration will be adopted to meet reporting requirements.

The board of Stockholm City Hall AB has approved a budget and operational plan for 2026. This plan, which includes new directives for the parent company, prioritizes significant investments across the group in water and sewage infrastructure, construction and renovation of housing, schools, and elderly care facilities, alongside continued efforts in safety and climate initiatives. The overarching goal is for Stockholm to be fossil fuel-free by 2040, with the parent company leading the capture and storage of carbon dioxide from Stockholm Exergi's facility, a crucial step for the city to achieve climate positivity.

Stockholm City needs to appoint representatives to attend the annual general meetings of Stockholms Stadshus AB's subsidiaries and associated companies in 2026, such as Svenska Bostäder, Familjebostäder, and Stockholm Exergi. These representatives will vote on matters concerning the companies' finances, boards, and other significant decisions. The decision also includes a slight adjustment to the annual remuneration for board members and auditors in these companies for 2026, reflecting changes in the price base amount; for instance, the chairman of AB Svenska Bostäder will now receive an annual salary of SEK 92,500.

Stockholm's municipal group had a net debt of 97.6 billion SEK at the end of 2025, an increase of 4.6 billion during the year. The largest debt was held by Stockholm Water and Waste due to their investments. The municipal group's total loans amounted to 84.8 billion SEK at the same time.

The Group Board has approved plans to build 76 new rental apartments in Solberga, costing SEK 305 million, and to renovate a boiler plant in the same area. They have also approved two new housing development projects: one with Familjebostäder in Farsta strand for SEK 712 million and another with Svenska Bostäder on Lilla Essingen for SEK 457 million. However, the opposition has raised objections, expressing concern about rising costs and debt, and arguing that priorities should be placed on existing properties and mixed forms of tenure.

The City Planning Office has developed a draft detailed development plan for the properties Rosteriet 6 and 8 in Liljeholmen. The plan proposes adding two to three floors to existing office buildings and constructing new six- to seven-story volumes in the center of the block. The aim is to create more office spaces and enhance the urban environment with new entrances, public functions, and green spaces. The draft plan will be open for consultation from February 10 to March 23, 2026, with a meeting held on March 3 for those wishing to provide feedback.

The City Planning Administration has developed a proposal for a detailed development plan for Fruängen's center. The plan involves developing Fruängen center with approximately 290 new homes, new commercial and service spaces, and safer, greener squares and streets. Consultations will be held from January 27 to March 9, 2026, with information meetings on February 3 and February 9 at Fruängsplan, and a consultation meeting on February 11 at Kunskapsskolan.

Emelie Wassermann (SD) has questioned City Planning and Sports Commissioner Jan Valeskog (S) regarding the closure of Svedmyrabadet in September 2024 and the lack of a promised replacement swimming facility. Concerns are further raised as Sandsborgsbadet, previously mentioned as an alternative, also appears to face extensive renovations. Wassermann seeks clarity on the decision timeline for Svedmyrabadet's renovation, plans for a replacement facility, and the unfulfilled promises to bathers.

Mikael Valier Furtenbach (KD) proposed establishing "architecture zones," particularly in Stockholm's inner city and older districts, to preserve historical character by regulating new construction's height, volume, materials, and design language. The City Executive Board rejected the proposal, stating that existing guidelines and laws adequately protect the city's cultural environment, and Stockholm should be able to develop with new architectural elements.

Council member Kristin Jacobsson (C) proposes Stockholm better adhere to the Council of Europe's anti-trafficking convention by granting potential victims, often women exploited in prostitution, a 30-day reflection period with temporary residency. This "rights package" would also include secure housing, legal aid, and healthcare, as few such applications are currently made despite widespread exploitation.

Council members Jan Jönsson and Anne-Lie Elfvén (L) proposed that the City of Stockholm investigate the situation of elderly LGBTQI+ individuals in elder care, demand LGBTQI+ competence in elder care procurements, and ensure continuous staff training on LGBTQI+ issues and respectful encounters, as elderly LGBTQI+ individuals currently fear ignorance and discrimination. The City Executive Board responded that the city already addresses these matters through an action plan for LGBTQI+ equal rights and opportunities, alongside continuous training and follow-ups in elder care.