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The Board of Kulturhuset Stadsteatern AB will review financial reports, outcome reports, and visitor statistics as of April 30th, and decide on an updated full-year forecast. The report indicates higher-than-budgeted own revenues, mainly due to good attendance at performances and concerts. The Board is proposed to approve the financial reporting and the updated full-year forecast.

The board of Kulturhuset Stadsteatern AB will present its minutes from April 15, 2026. Topics at the previous meeting included operations in Skärholmen and a new three-year plan for Kulturhuset Stadsteatern for 2027-2029. Additionally, new city-wide steering documents were adopted, such as a chemicals plan, business policy, and guidelines for mobility and parking.

The Real Estate Committee approved the direction and continued planning for a new 7-a-side artificial turf pitch, school athletics areas, and a toilet building at Johannesdal sports ground in Vårberg. This decision aims to replace existing sports areas claimed for other development. The Moderates and Liberals reserved themselves against the decision, arguing that the sports area should be a full-fledged 11-a-side pitch and requesting a clearer impact analysis of the plan's reduced size.

The Property Committee approved a status report for the construction of the Gränsberget sports hall in Kärrtorp, which will feature bleachers, eight changing rooms, and a café to benefit local schools and associations. However, the Moderates and Liberals expressed concern in a separate statement about a one-year delay in the timeline, pushing completion to late 2027, as well as the need for better cost control and clearer handling of building permits and agreements.

The Property Committee approved a status report for the construction of Bäverdalen Sports Hall in Rågsved, part of the Älvsjö 1:1 property. However, the Moderates and Liberals issued a separate statement expressing concern over the project's delay from a Q3 2026 completion to Q4 2027, along with budget overruns necessitating a new procurement process. They stressed the importance of cost control, clear follow-up, and transparency for future sports hall projects.

The Real Estate Committee approved a status report for the construction of the new Akalla Sports Hall in the Järva area. While welcoming the hall, the Moderates and Liberals expressed concern over a six-month delay, pushing completion from Q1 2027 to December 2027 due to a contractor change. They demanded clearer follow-up on the timeline, cost risks, and flexibility for additional sports, emphasizing good accessibility and social functions like cafés to create a safe and vibrant meeting place.

The Real Estate Committee approved the direction for the technical upgrade of Hägerstensåsen Community Centre, tasking the Real Estate Department with continued project planning. The Moderates and Sweden Democrats lodged a reservation, requesting the matter be returned to investigate rental consequences, alternative leasing models, and the impact on home care service premises.

The Real Estate Committee approved a project directive and tasked the Real Estate Department with investigating the conditions for renovating and adapting Sandsborgsbadet at Dalen 20. This investigation, estimated to cost up to 8 million SEK, will form the basis for a future policy decision. The Liberals issued a separate statement emphasizing the importance of considering locally produced energy sources like solar panels and geothermal heating, as well as green roofs, while respecting the building's cultural heritage classification.

The Real Estate Committee approved the Real Estate Department's statement responding to a letter about the renovation of Eggeby stable. The Liberals, through Hansi Karppinen, thanked them for the answer but stressed the importance of ensuring the stable's continued operation and exploring all possibilities for long-term sustainable management, even independently of any expansion plans, given the stable's significance as a meeting place in Järva.

The Real Estate Committee approved the office's first interim report for 2026, which detailed financial developments. The committee also approved a budget adjustment of SEK 2.0 million for increased costs. Members from the Moderate and Liberal parties dissented, proposing that the office present an action plan for vacant premises and non-activatable expenses in the next report, among other things.

The Real Estate Committee noted the minutes from the Council for Disability Issues meetings on March 18 and April 15, 2026. This signifies the committee reviewed information and discussions concerning disability matters from these two previous meetings, without making any new decisions on the matter.

The Head of Administration provided an update on the preparations for the new activity requirement for welfare recipients, set to take effect on July 1, 2026. This means individuals receiving financial support will need to fulfill certain activities to remain eligible for assistance.

The Labor Market Committee approved a report on the "District Sisters" pilot project, which aimed to empower young women with immigrant backgrounds and improve their chances for employment or studies. The project, which ran from 2024–2025 in Järva and Skärholmen with six employed District Sisters, showed positive results regarding the sisters' personal development and ability to reach the target group. The committee noted the report, taking no new action but identifying areas for improvement should the project be implemented again.

The Labour Market Committee approved an evaluation report on a pilot project that extended employment for "stadsdelsmammor" (neighbourhood mothers) from one year to two. The report showed that the longer employment period significantly boosted their personal and professional development, improved their language and digital skills, and increased their chances of entering the labour market, while also providing greater security and continuity for residents in their working areas.

The Labour Market Committee decided against launching its own investigation into shortage occupations in Stockholm, as proposed by member Christina Tufvesson (L). The administration believes it already has sufficient data from various sources and that collaboration with other actors is more crucial. While the Liberals sought a Stockholm-specific analysis with concrete measures, the committee voted for the administration's proposal, with Christina Tufvesson dissenting.

The Labor Market Committee reviewed a letter from Johan Kling (C) regarding the impact of "competence expulsions" on Stockholm's labor supply. The administration stated they lacked sufficient data to analyze the effects on businesses and Stockholm's competitiveness due to unavailable statistics. The committee unanimously decided to refer to the administration's statement as its response, despite the Center Party's concerns about unanswered questions and the government's new wage floor potentially worsening the situation.

The Liberals proposed a new industry council for Stockholm to coordinate labor market issues with businesses, unions, and educators. However, the Labor Market Administration found existing regional councils, like Kompetensarena Stockholm, already fulfill the city's needs and saw no need for a new one. While the committee approved the administration's assessment, the administration noted a need for city-wide collaboration forums for skills provision in elderly care, preschools, and disability services.

The Labor Market Committee decided to refer to the administration's statement in response to a letter from Christina Tufvesson (L) regarding the launch of a pilot program. Tufvesson proposed engaging civil society to offer guidance, mentorship, and internships for young people to facilitate their entry into the workforce. The administration noted they already conduct similar initiatives for youth and collaborate with civil society, but currently lack a mandate to investigate such a specific pilot program.

The Labour Market Committee approved the Guidance Unit's participation in the 2026 Quality Award. This award aims to encourage systematic quality work and long-term sustainable development within the city, as well as to highlight good examples. The Guidance Unit is part of Adult Education Stockholm.

The Labour Market Committee unanimously decided to approve the relocation of Jobbtorg sydväst to new premises at Bodholmsgången 7 in Skärholmen centre. This move from Ekholmsvägen 34 will provide more suitable, accessible premises that are better adapted to the centre's operations and target group, and will also save approximately 400,000 SEK annually.