All agenda items

Gabriel Kroon (SD) has proposed that Stockholm residents should be able to "buy" and fund their own trees, planted on public land, potentially with a nameplate, to find new financing models and relieve the city's budget. However, the City Executive Office, the Traffic Committee, and several district committees identify practical and economic issues, including high administrative costs, difficulties with tree selection and placement, and unclear legal questions regarding ownership.

Council members Gabriel Kroon and Tapani Juntunen (both SD) proposed a plan to ensure public signage in Stockholm is primarily in Swedish, for example by making Swedish text at least twice as large as other languages. However, several referral bodies, including the City Executive Office and the Traffic Committee, found this unfeasible, stating the city already complies with the Language Act which mandates Swedish for city information, allowing parallel use of other languages when necessary.

Two Liberal Party council members proposed strengthening the status of Stockholm's urban development policy documents, such as the architectural policy and strategy for small house and villa areas, and improving inter-committee coordination and follow-up. While the administration stated active work is already underway to integrate these guiding documents, the Liberal Party maintained in a reservation that the small house and villa area strategy, in particular, needs greater emphasis to preserve the city's unique character.

Åsa Nilsson Söderström (L) proposed that the City of Stockholm investigate establishing a knowledge center against transnational oppression, offering legal support and disseminating information to those pressured by their countries of origin. Administrations and the City Executive Board deemed this a national responsibility outside municipal scope, though they are open to collaboration with state actors. Liberals, however, dissented, arguing that a similar center for honor-related violence already exists, proving it falls within municipal competence.

Councilor Jan Jönsson (L) proposes that the City of Stockholm more widely implement the "phonics" reading method in its schools, following an international study showing a decline in Swedish students' reading ability. The City Executive Office and Education Committee agree that phonics is important for early literacy but emphasize the need for a balanced approach with multiple methods, especially for students whose native language is not Swedish.

Liberal Party members proposed consolidating all city-owned parking garages under Stockholm Stads Parkerings AB to boost efficiency, clarify responsibilities, and improve resource use. However, the City Executive Board suggests rejecting the motion, stating that its intentions are already met through existing efforts like long-term lease agreements.

Councilor Dennis Wedin (M) proposed the city take action to lower food prices by increasing competition among grocery stores, suggesting competition analyses in city planning, a fast-track for grocery stores in the detailed development plan process, and a review of existing plans. The City Executive Board recommends rejecting the motion, stating the city already addresses these issues through projects like "New Grocery Stores – Proactive Planning and Land Allocation," and a fast-track is unnecessary as the detailed development plan process ensures quality. The Moderates on the City Executive Board reserved their position, arguing current measures are insufficient to create space for new grocery stores and increase competition.

Councillor Svante Linusson (C) has proposed that the City of Stockholm investigate moving the winter break to an earlier week to increase children's opportunities for winter play with snow and ice, citing climate change's impact on snow availability during the current Week 9. Several committees and offices advise against this change due to logistical, social, and economic challenges, as well as the importance of coordination with other municipalities and an established tradition.

Two Sweden Democrats propose halting construction of an LSS housing facility in Lammholmen, citing poor ground conditions, risk to primeval forest, and highway noise that would also negatively affect nearby homes. However, the City Executive Board suggests rejecting the motion, emphasizing the urgent need for more LSS housing to address the current deficit, and noting that the detailed development plan process will thoroughly investigate ground conditions, noise, and natural values.

A motion proposed that Stockholm City immediately sign a sister city agreement with Kyiv and implement a routine for city administrations and companies to regularly donate unusable equipment for Ukraine's reconstruction. The City Executive Board suggests responding to the motion by pointing out that the city already supports Ukraine in various ways, including cooperation with Kyiv on civil preparedness and water supply, and by donating equipment when specific needs are communicated.

Moderates Andréa Hedin and Per Rosencrantz proposed that the the City of Stockholm regularly map honor-related violence and oppression, at least once per term, to monitor developments and improve the city's efforts. However, several committees, including the City Executive Office, the Social Welfare Committee, and the Education Committee, rejected the proposal, stating that current knowledge is sufficient and that such mappings are resource-intensive. They argued that the city's efforts should instead focus on strengthening ongoing preventative work and collaboration with other actors.

Councillor Dennis Wedin (M) proposed that Stockholm Globe Arena Properties AB install new security solutions, in collaboration with Hammarby IF and Djurgårdens IF, to prevent disturbances and interrupted matches for the 2025 football season, following several incidents in 2024. The City Executive Board suggests rejecting the motion, arguing that work for safer football is ongoing and sustainable changes require a cultural shift, not just technical solutions. However, the Moderates, Liberals, and Centre Party filed reservations, wanting the motion approved for the city to do more to counter disturbances and preserve a vibrant fan culture.

Councillor Jonas Naddebo (Centre Party) proposed that the City of Stockholm sell non-strategic land it owns outside the municipal boundaries, as the city has owned over 2,000 hectares in neighboring municipalities since the early 20th century. The City Executive Board suggests that this motion be answered by stating that such work is already underway and no further action is required.

The Liberals propose a pilot project for installing solar panels on the facades of municipal buildings and an inquiry to enable more such installations in the future, aiming to boost renewable energy and meet climate goals. However, the City Executive Board suggests rejecting the motion, citing previous projects that show facade-mounted solar panels are less effective and profitable than roof-mounted ones, and that the city already prioritizes rooftop solar where suitable.

Liberal Party members propose Stockholm establish an environmental controller for the Bromma Project urban development, to minimize climate and environmental impact, ensure safe decontamination, and preserve biodiversity. The City Executive Board suggests rejecting the motion for now, citing existing relevant functions and the possibility of an environmental controller later, but not at present.

The Liberals proposed that the City of Stockholm establish a contract controller at the Traffic Administration to review, negotiate, and follow up agreements with external parties, aiming to prevent cost overruns in large infrastructure projects, protect taxpayer money, and increase transparency. However, the Traffic Committee has already hired a contract controller and believes that current work on contract follow-up and improved risk models addresses the proposal's intent.

Council members Jan Jönsson and Björn Ljung (Liberals) propose that Stockholm develop a strategy to increase allotments and urban farming areas, streamlining the process for establishing new lots and identifying suitable land. While several committees and administrations acknowledge the growing interest in urban farming and note that a program is already underway, the Liberals argue that progress is too slow and more innovative solutions are needed to meet the high demand.

Moderates proposed the immediate establishment of a new recycling center in western Söderort, following the closure of the Sätra facility, urging increased capacity at existing centers and an urgent replacement for the closed plant. The Executive Board and relevant City Commissioner recommend dismissing the motion, as Stockholm Vatten och Avfall AB is already addressing the issue: a temporary mini-recycling center will open in Skärholmen in September 2025, Vantör's capacity has increased, and work on a permanent full-scale center in western Söderort is ongoing.

Nike Örbrink (KD) proposed establishing a waste ombudsman in Stockholm to review the city's finances and spending over two years, aiming to streamline expenditures outside core tasks. However, the red-green majority and the City Executive Board believe existing control systems, like the City Audit and the city's governance model, are sufficient and suggest dismissing the motion by referring to these functions.

A motion by Jan Jönsson and Björn Ljung (both L) proposes that Stockholm actively support new, innovative housing models, like the Kymmendö model, focusing on social and economic sustainability. They also suggest investigating and removing regulatory obstacles and adapting land policy to prioritize projects that foster a more inclusive housing market. The City Executive Board proposes the motion be answered by noting that the city already undertakes similar initiatives and that current governance provides for this type of development.