All agenda items

Jonas Naddebo (Centre Party) proposed a central website for all resident proposals, responses, and decisions to increase transparency and make tracking proposals easier. The City Executive Board suggests responding by referencing ongoing work to clarify routines and improve information on the city's website, along with developing a support document for consistent city-wide handling. Naddebo dissents, wanting his motion fully adopted for an immediate central portal.

Two Liberal politicians proposed a pilot project to install solar panels on the facades of municipal buildings to boost renewable energy and reduce climate impact. However, the City Executive Board recommends against a new pilot, citing previous attempts that proved facade-mounted solar panels are less effective and more expensive than rooftop installations. They suggest focusing on existing rooftop solar methods, which offer the best climate benefit for the city's investment.

The Liberals propose Stockholm City hire an "environmental controller" for the extensive Bromma project, ensuring minimal environmental impact, healthy land remediation, and biodiversity preservation. The City Executive Board responds that environmental and climate issues are already a major focus, with an expert sustainability group being formed, thus deeming a separate controller unnecessary at this time. However, the Liberals argue that an expert group alone isn't enough to guarantee transparency and accountability in such a large and complex undertaking.

The Liberals propose that the City of Stockholm hire a "contract controller" within the Traffic Department. This individual would review, negotiate, and follow up on the city's agreements with external parties to prevent unexpected cost increases in large projects and ensure efficient use of taxpayer money. The Traffic Department responds that they have already strengthened their contract follow-up work and hired a contract controller, thus arguing the proposal is already implemented.

Council members Jan Jönsson and Björn Ljung (Liberals) proposed a strategy to increase allotment gardens and urban farming areas in Stockholm, suggesting an investigation into suitable land, including alternative methods like rooftop and vertical farming, and a simplified process for establishing new plots to reduce wait times and boost well-being and biodiversity. The City Executive Board, supported by several committees, rejected the motion, citing an existing, nearly complete urban farming program that covers the proposal. The Liberals, including the motion's authors, dissented, arguing for faster action and more innovative cultivation solutions.

Moderates proposed the immediate establishment of a new recycling center in western Söderort following the closure of the Sätra recycling center at the turn of 2024/2025, suggesting increased capacity at existing centers and a replacement for Sätra. In response, a new mini-recycling center will open in Skärholmen centrum in September 2025, while the search for a permanent, full-size facility continues. Additionally, Vantör’s recycling center has been rebuilt for increased capacity, and the mobile Returrundan has expanded its stops.

Nike Örbrink (KD) proposed that Stockholm appoint a temporary "waste ombudsman" for two years to review city expenditures in administrations and companies, aiming to identify savings, reduce bureaucracy, and ensure tax money is used more efficiently for core municipal tasks. The majority, led by Karin Wanngård, rejected the proposal, stating that extensive reviews already exist and a new position risks creating duplication of effort and increased bureaucracy.

Two Liberal politicians, Jan Jönsson and Björn Ljung, are urging the City of Stockholm to invest more in innovative housing construction methods, particularly to improve affordability, highlighting the "Kymmendö model" where housing is allocated by need and rent is adjusted. The City Executive Board responded that the city is already promoting innovative housing models and a more inclusive housing market, for example by prioritizing rental apartments and "Stockholmshus" with lower rents. The Liberals, however, contend that the city needs to move beyond policies and implement concrete initiatives, removing obstacles to new models like Kymmendö.

Councillor Johan Kling (C) proposed that the city map and actively reach out to individuals with disabilities who are neither working nor studying, to offer them support for employment and education. The City of Stockholm responded that it already has well-developed initiatives and outreach programs for this group, including through Jobbtorg Stockholm and projects like Lärkedjan. They deemed a new mapping unnecessary, emphasizing the importance of individualized support over separate solutions that could be perceived as stigmatizing.

Maurice Forslund (KD) proposes that the City of Stockholm stop providing financial support to undocumented individuals, arguing that it contributes to a shadow society. This conflicts with current city guidelines that permit emergency aid and support for children, justified by the Social Services Act's ultimate responsibility and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. The City Executive Board suggests rejecting the motion, referring to the city's obligation to provide emergency aid and protect children's rights.

Councillor Andréa Hedin (M) proposed that the City of Stockholm purchase more educational places at folk high schools for under-18s struggling with gymnasium, offering them a new chance in a more adapted environment to reduce the risk of social exclusion. However, the City Executive Board rejected the proposal, stating that current efforts like Ungvux and the municipal activity responsibility (KAA) already cover these needs and provide sufficient support.

The Moderates have proposed amending Stockholm City's financial policy to allow investments in the European defense industry, a move they believe would strengthen Swedish and European security, despite current restrictions on investing in arms producers. The City Executive Office, however, countered that the city lacks funds for such long-term equity placements, as liquid assets are needed for ongoing expenses. Councilor Karin Wanngård (S) added that there are better ways to support Ukraine and that the arms industry already has ample capital.

The Centre Party proposes that Stockholm establish a cross-municipal team, similar to Botkyrka's OTTO team, to more effectively combat organized crime, welfare fraud, and human exploitation, collaborating with police and other authorities to identify and assist victims. The City of Stockholm contends that it already conducts similar work through the "Coordinated Supervision" project, which collaborates across various administrations and agencies, deeming it more appropriate to further develop this existing structure rather than introduce a new parallel one.

Destiny Zandi Lindgren (KD) proposed that Stockholm use lighter colors for asphalt and pavements, aiming to make the city more attractive, lower temperatures during heatwaves, and save energy on street lighting. The City Executive Board rejected the proposal, stating that increased greenery and more trees are the most important and effective measures to mitigate urban heatwaves.

The Moderates, represented by Dennis Wedin and Henrik Virro, proposed that Stockholm develop a unified strategy for Facility Management (FM) to streamline property maintenance, aiming for cost savings and improved service based on successful initiatives elsewhere. However, the Municipal Board deemed the existing procurement strategy sufficient and cautioned that a new standardized approach could reduce flexibility for city operations, while still emphasizing the ongoing effort to enhance FM activities.

Liberal party members proposed that the City of Stockholm initiate the creation of a Technology College in Stockholm to improve technical education and reduce the skills shortage in industry. However, the administrations and the majority believe the city should not launch its own initiative, as Region Stockholm is already conducting similar work expected to be completed in 2025.

Councillors Kristin Jacobsson and Ismail Ali (both Centre Party) proposed creating family social teams in each district to strengthen cooperation between preschools, parents, and social services, aiming to provide early support for children and families and simplify child welfare referrals. The City Executive Board recommends rejecting the motion, citing existing similar initiatives and pilot projects, though the Moderate and Centre Parties have reservations and wish for the motion to be approved.

Liliane Åkerlund (SD) proposes that the municipality investigate the possibility of installing "friendship benches" in parks and other public spaces in Stockholm to encourage social interaction and reduce loneliness. While most committees are positive about the idea, they note that such a project would require coordination and resources, and that similar initiatives are already underway in the city.

Two SD politicians proposed that elected officials convicted of serious sexual or violent crimes should lose their right to financial compensation or severance pay after their assignments end. The City Executive Board states that the city is already reviewing its agreements for transition support and pensions for politicians, and any limitations are being investigated within that work. The Centre Party also wants to limit severance pay, extending it to all serious crimes, including those linked to organized crime, and wants to explore the possibility of reclaiming already disbursed compensation.

The City Executive Board rejected the Centre Party's proposal for mandatory CV courses and a more rigorous application process for municipal summer jobs. The Board stated they are already exploring ways to coordinate summer jobs and provide job-seeking support, and that current applications already resemble real recruitment, adding that further requirements could hinder young people from securing their first job.