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A motion was put forward to strengthen social services' work against gang crime and the recruitment of young people in Stockholm. The motion proposed expanding an existing reinforcement team with a specialist team of social workers skilled in children and youth in criminal environments, to both manage cases and provide guidance. Kungsholmen district administration shares the concern but rejects the proposal for a specialist team with case-handling duties, instead suggesting focus on methodological support, supervision, and competence development for local social services, as well as improving social workers' work environment to retain experienced staff.

A motion by Jan Jönsson (L) and Anne-Lie Elfvén (L) proposes that the City of Stockholm investigate implementing a municipal compensation system for individuals subjected to abuse or severe neglect within public care after 1980, citing a Norwegian model for inspiration. However, the Kungsholmen District Administration, while agreeing on the need for redress, advises against a municipal system, advocating instead for a nationally regulated one to ensure equal treatment and legal certainty across the country.

The Liberals proposed that the City of Stockholm investigate implementing Scotland's "Getting it right for every child" (GIRFEC) model to improve inter-agency cooperation for early intervention with at-risk children. While Kungsholmen's district administration agrees on the importance of early support, they believe a separate investigation into the Scottish model is unnecessary. They argue that many of its principles align with current developments in Swedish social services and can be integrated within existing city structures, especially given the new Social Services Act.

The City Executive Board proposes revising the resource allocation model for financial assistance and labor market measures. This update will incorporate 2022 market values and reduce the "attractiveness groups" for population division from eight to six. The aim is to ensure that funding distributed to city districts more accurately reflects actual needs for financial aid, making the model more robust and equitable.

The City Executive Board has proposed a city-wide functional description for cultural coordinators to improve and equalize residents' access to culture. Kungsholmen District Administration supports the proposal, but emphasizes that the description should be overarching and adaptable to local needs and resources. They suggest the main role of the cultural coordinator should be strategic, coordinating, and supportive, with the responsibility for implementing cultural activities remaining with the regular operations.

The Kungsholmen District Council will consider a proposal to approve an administrative statement in response to a motion from the Centre Party. This motion, submitted by Anette Nordvall (C) in September 2025, emphasizes the need to strengthen the action plan for LGBTQI+ rights and opportunities by 2030 with a clearer employer perspective, ensuring an inclusive work environment and equitable treatment of residents. The administration proposes integrating the LGBTQI+ perspective into regular governance and competence provision, including LGBTQI+ certification in elderly care and social services, and ongoing professional development for employees and managers.

The Kungsholmen District Council will address a letter from the Liberals, Moderates, and Centre Party regarding concern reports for children aged 0-5 from preschools and child healthcare centers (BVC). The letter highlights that these institutions account for a small proportion of reports despite their crucial role in detecting children at risk, and requests an account of reporting trends and collaboration effectiveness. The District Administration proposes that the council approve its official statement in response, which assesses that collaboration is functioning but that efforts to increase knowledge and provide consultation need continuous development to ensure early detection and support for vulnerable children and families.

The Kungsholmen District Council will address a letter from the Liberals, Moderates, and Christian Democrats regarding how to ensure placed children receive the health and dental care they are entitled to, given that these children often have poorer health. The administration proposes that the council approve their response, which details ongoing health monitoring through health cards, care considerations, and self-assessments. All children receive medical examinations, follow the vaccination program, and are called for dental care; most are deemed to have good physical health and dental status, though many experience and are treated for psychological issues.

The Centre Party and Liberals proposed establishing a "Fritidsbank" (leisure equipment bank) on Kungsholmen to boost inclusion and resource efficiency by offering free loans of sports gear. However, the District Administration recommends rejecting this, citing a lack of resources for premises and staff, and arguing that the need is lower on Kungsholmen due to residents' strong economic standing and high youth sports participation. Instead, they point to existing equipment lending via Piffl activity boxes and other leisure libraries in the city.

Kungsholmen District Council will address a response to a letter from the Liberals and Moderates regarding the introduction of a new activity requirement for those receiving financial assistance (social welfare). From July 1, 2026, those receiving social welfare will generally be required to participate in activities to move closer to work or studies. The District Administration is involved in the City of Stockholm's joint preparatory work and will adapt local routines for processing, information dissemination, and collaboration with entities like Jobbtorg Stockholm, ensuring activity requirements are individually tailored.

The Kungsholmen District Council proposes changing which politicians and officials are authorized to make urgent decisions, for instance regarding the care of children and young people or individuals with substance abuse issues. This ensures that critical decisions, especially in social services matters concerning individuals and placements in sheltered housing or emergency foster care, can be made swiftly.

The Kungsholmen District Council will be holding a by-election for its Social Delegation. This is due to Rickard Ydrenäs (L) resigning from his position as a member. The council will decide to relieve Rickard Ydrenäs of his duties, appoint a new member, and determine the order of substitutes for the remainder of the term until 2026.

The Kungsholmen District Council is set to consider a proposal to replace a member of the joint council for disability issues for Norra innerstaden and Kungsholmen. Mandana Lagerlöf from the National Association for Disabled Children and Youth (RBU) has resigned, and Funktionsrätt Stockholm stad proposes Marie Kringberg, also from RBU, to take her place until the end of 2026. This council supports the city's efforts to improve accessibility and participation for people with disabilities.

The Kungsholmen District Council is reviewing the 2025 follow-up report on its collaboration with the Kungsholmen Associations Council regarding Kungsholmen Culture House. Despite a negative financial result of approximately SEK 275,000 for 2025, attributed partly to start-up costs and accounting errors that the Associations Council has committed to rectify, the administration proposes approving the report for the culture house, which opened in January 2025 and saw over 11,000 visitors in its first year.

A citizen proposed building a pool-pier at Hornsbergs strand, similar to the one at Marievikskajen. However, the district administration suggests instead enhancing existing piers and shorelines in Kristineberg/Hornsberg for safer and more pleasant swimming, and plans to test water quality at several locations in summer 2026. The administration also noted that the Traffic Administration already has a mandate to build a similar pool-pier at Norr Mälarstrand, which they view favorably.

The Kungsholmen District Council is set to review several citizen proposals, including converting a basketball court in Kronobergsparken into an artificial turf football pitch and building padel courts on Kungsholmen. Additionally, there are suggestions to upgrade a barbecue area at Oxhålsbadet and improve the green spaces at Thorildsplan to enhance accessibility and pleasantness.

The City District Councils of Enskede-Årsta-Vantör, Farsta, and Skarpnäck will address the minutes from the joint council for disability issues. The minutes reveal the council discussed key focus areas for 2027, including the right to education and individualized support for people with disabilities, with a special emphasis on security, safety, and violence. Additionally, the council viewed an information film for the 2026 election, provided feedback on digital accessibility, and was informed about a new meeting place for elderly individuals with disabilities in Enskede-Årsta-Vantör.

The Department of Social Services forwarded an application to the Farsta District Council for a permanent liquor license for restaurant Crêperiet at Sorundagatan 7 in Enskede. The application, which includes full alcohol rights with specific hours for outdoor seating, was approved by the Farsta District Administration. This approval was based on their field assistants having no knowledge of any social problems or disturbances related to the restaurant.

Farsta District Council is to respond to a referral from the City Executive Board regarding changes to how financial assistance funds are distributed among the city's district councils. The proposal suggests using 2022 land values and reducing the number of area groups in the distribution model. While Farsta district administration largely finds this positive, they note it could mean approximately one million kronor less for Farsta, potentially complicating their efforts to meet resident needs.

Farsta City District Administration will respond to the City Executive Board regarding a proposed common job description for cultural coordinators across Stockholm. The proposal, developed by the Culture Committee, aims to increase and equalize access to culture for all residents, especially those who find it harder to participate independently. Farsta City District Administration is positive towards the proposal, believing it strengthens the districts' work on residents' right to culture and clarifies how cultural coordinators can help achieve this.