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The Education Committee approved the Education Administration's proposal to revise the Functional Program for School Premises. This revision introduces new functional requirements and more detailed text concerning premises for adapted compulsory schooling, aiming to ensure a more standardized design of these facilities in Stockholm. The committee also delegated authority to the administration for minor future changes to the program, while Vice Chair Andréa Hedin (M) and Claes Nyberg (C) issued a special statement welcoming the changes for adapted compulsory schooling but highlighting the need to adjust the program for declining student numbers and cost-effectiveness.

The Education Committee approved the Education Administration's statement regarding the City Audit Office's 2025 annual report. The audit found that the committee's operations were partly effective, but that the City Council's goals for academic results, safety, and school attendance are not being fully met. While the finances were largely satisfactory, measures are needed to ensure sufficient internal control at all school units, especially concerning school meal services and the role of assistant principals. The Vice Chairman Andréa Hedin (M) and Claes Nyberg (C) reserved their position, advocating for a concrete action plan with clear deadlines.

The Education Committee approved the administration's first tertial report for 2026, covering operations and finances as of April 30, 2025. The report concludes that the City Council's goals for strong and equitable welfare and stable finances will be fully met, but the goal for a green and fossil-free Stockholm will only be partially met as most schools are not meeting targets for climate impact of school meals or the proportion of organic food. Minority parties (Moderates, Centre Party, Liberals, and Christian Democrats) dissented, arguing the report presented an overly optimistic view of the school situation, citing concerns over high absenteeism, declining knowledge results, and ambiguity regarding perceived safety.

The Education Committee approved its monthly forecast for May 2026, meaning it reviewed and confirmed the financial estimate for school operations in Stockholm during that month.

The Education Committee was notified of delegated decisions, meaning they were informed about decisions made by staff rather than the committee directly. These decisions included children ceasing to be of compulsory school age due to residing abroad, deferred compulsory school age, and an office statement concerning legally secure societal care for children and young people.

The Education Committee received an update from the Education Administration on operations and premises planning. This was prompted by a forecast indicating a sustained decrease in the number of students in Stockholm, with the goal of reallocating more funds to instruction.

The Kungsholmen District Council approved its May 2026 monthly report, which projected a surplus of 11.3 million SEK after profit transfer, a 5 million SEK improvement in elderly care. However, costs for financial assistance and places in nursing homes are expected to rise later in the year.

The Kungsholmen District Council addressed two written proposals. A proposal from Lars Norén (C) regarding the consequences of competence expulsions was sent to the administration for preparation. Additionally, a proposal from Rickard Ydrenäs (L), Lou-Ann Wejke Norberg et al. (M), and Lars Norén (C) concerning concern reports from preschools and child healthcare centers (BVC) was also forwarded to the administration for preparation.

The district administration updated the committee on several current issues, including the evacuation of Alströmmerhemmet, handling of liquor license referrals, plans for National Day celebrations in Rålambshovsparken, and arrangements for school graduation festivities at the same location. A new Deputy Head of Elderly Care was also introduced.

The Kungsholmen District Council reviewed the balance sheet for June 2026. The council decided to file the balance sheet, meaning it was noted and archived.

The Kungsholmen District Council addressed a motion from Andréa Hedin (M) regarding children in special education programs, who were deemed particularly vulnerable to violence and abuse. The Council decided to refer the district administration's opinion to the City Executive Board, meaning they did not approve the Moderate Party's proposal for a local survey and mandatory staff training. The Moderate Party reserved its position, demanding more targeted measures to protect these children.

The Kungsholmen District Council responded to a referral regarding a revised cultural strategy for the City of Stockholm, generally approving it but emphasizing the need to include people with disabilities and newcomers in cultural access discussions, and to use culture to combat loneliness among the elderly. The opposition (Liberals, Moderates, Centre Party) dissented, arguing the majority failed to meet the program's ambitions, citing cuts to security guards, rejection of proposals for care homes in "Kulanpremien," and lack of access to school premises for young cultural groups.

The Kungsholmen District Council approved the administration's statement regarding the City Audit's 2025 annual report. The audit found that the council generally conducted its operations effectively and economically satisfactorily, though some recommendations remain, particularly concerning implementation plans in home care and systematic fire protection work in care homes.

The Kungsholmen District Council approved the administration's response regarding the Sweden Democrats' request to reinstate bus line 54 on Kungsholmen. The Council noted that public transport changes since 2025 have improved bus services with new lines like 5, 74, and 65, and emphasized the importance of good bus service for groups such as the elderly and families with children. While decisions about public transport rest with Region Stockholm's traffic administration, the Council wants Kungsholmen's needs to continue to be raised in discussions with them.

The Kungsholmen District Council responded to a Centre Party proposal regarding indicators and targets for Stockholm's action plan for an age-friendly city. The council decided to send the administration's report as its answer, stating that while the proposal's structure was good, decisions on specific indicators should be handled within the city's budget process and the council's operational plan. Council member Lars Norén issued a special statement, finding the administration's recommendation to limit indicators and use existing measurements to be positive.

The Kungsholmen District Council considered a letter from the Liberals and Moderates concerning elderly care. The letter inquired about measures to create more housing, what happens if someone isn't placed in time, and actions for inaccessible homes. The Council decided to forward the administration's official statement as a response to these questions.

The Kungsholmen District Council approved the Participation of the Support and Service Area in the City of Stockholm's Quality Award 2026. This annual award recognizes and rewards successful operational development within the city while also serving as a tool for evaluating operations.

The Kungsholmen District Council approved an investigation into building a new care home for 80-100 residents in the Skäggyxan project in Stadshagen, citing a large and increasing need for elderly care places. The Liberals and Centre Party reserved their position, requesting the investigation also include service apartments for seniors. The Moderates and Sweden Democrats reserved their position against the decision, instead proposing an investigation into building the home in the Hornsberg quarter and preserving existing sports areas at Stadshagen IP.

The Kungsholmen District Council approved its first-trimester report for 2026, forwarding it to the City Executive Board. The report indicates the council is on track to meet its goals with a 3.5 million SEK surplus, though risks exist in leisure, elderly care, and preschool services. Additionally, the council adjusted annual targets for children in sports, plastic consumption, and summer jobs, and requested a 0.7 million SEK budget adjustment for the start-up costs of the OB-preschool.

The Kungsholmen District Council reviewed a notification regarding the minutes from the Social Delegation's extraordinary meeting on May 26, 2026. The Council decided to file the notification, meaning the information was noted but no further decision was made on the matter.