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The Board of Ports of Stockholm AB decided to propose to the Stockholm City Hall AB Group Board and the City Council that the transfer of the Magasin 5 building to S:t Erik Markutveckling AB be approved. This will be accomplished by forming two new companies – a holding company and a subsidiary to which Magasin 5 will be transferred – before the subsidiary's shares are sold to S:t Erik Markutveckling AB. The aim is for Ports of Stockholm AB to focus on its port operations, while S:t Erik Markutveckling AB takes over the building's management, as outlined in the City Council's budget decision for 2026.

The Board of Stockholm Ports Ltd. approved the basis for the 2027 budget and the strategic direction for 2028-2029, which was then submitted to the Stockholm City Hall Ltd. Board. The budget includes a SEK 1 billion investment plan for 2027-2029, focusing on increasing revenue, operational efficiency, and achieving a fossil-free port.

The City Council will review the 2025 annual reports for both the Stockholm City Coordination Association (FINSAM), which coordinates financial rehabilitation efforts for residents, and the Greater Stockholm Fire Department. The City Executive Board proposes that the Council approve these annual reports and grant discharge from liability to both boards for 2025, thereby endorsing their management of finances and operations.

The City Council will consider a proposal to lower and simplify Kulturskolan Stockholm's fee structure, effective August 1, 2026. This would reduce most course fees, for example, long courses from 750-950 SEK to 650 SEK, and allow more low-income households access to free Kulturskolan. The aim is to increase equity and access to cultural activities for children and young people in Stockholm, though the opposition argues that general reductions are not effective in reaching underrepresented groups.

The City Executive Board will respond to a referral from the Swedish Civil Contingencies Agency regarding guidelines for achieving equal protection against accidents for people with disabilities. While Stockholm is positive about the initiative to strengthen protection, it advises against formulations that could be interpreted as imposing new, stricter fire safety requirements on group homes and elder care based on factors such as distance to a fire station.

The Climate and Enterprise Department proposes new regulations to complement EU rules on critical raw materials and net-zero industries, aiming to expedite permit processes for related projects by introducing deadlines and designated contact points, such as the County Administrative Boards. The City of Stockholm has no objections, but finds the 45-day deadline to deem an application complete to be short, while acknowledging the opportunity to comment later in the process.

The City Council is proposed to adopt a detailed plan to enable the expansion of the new Yellow metro line between Fridhemsplan and Älvsjö. This 7.8-kilometer stretch will include six new stations: Fridhemsplan, Liljeholmen, Årstaberg, Årstafältet, Östbergahöjden, and Älvsjö. The expansion aims to strengthen public transport, connect city districts, and facilitate new housing and workplaces in a growing Stockholm.

The City Executive Board is recommended to approve the basis for the City of Stockholm's 2027 budget, along with planning for 2028 and 2029. This document outlines strategic priorities for addressing challenges such as economic uncertainty, climate transition, safety, and housing construction. Several parties, including the Liberals, Sweden Democrats, Centre Party, and Christian Democrats, have submitted reservations with their own proposals and opinions, concerning issues like crime prevention, choice within social services, and construction rates.

Liberal Party members proposed that Stockholm implement more summer pedestrian streets and squares to vitalize the city and boost local businesses, while ensuring public transport accessibility and citizen dialogue. The city responded that it is already continuously expanding summer pedestrian zones (9 new locations by summer 2026, totaling 64), with the Traffic Administration ensuring public transport flow by avoiding bus routes and engaging residents and businesses through information and open houses. Several committees and organizations support summer pedestrian zones but emphasize the importance of dialogue and consideration for public transport and emergency services.

Two Center Party politicians proposed a real-time, interactive map for Stockholm's snow removal efforts, including sandboxes, accessible via an API, to help residents plan travel. However, the City Executive Board advised against it, citing the need to first address questions of snow removal responsibilities, staff work environment risks, and prioritizing high-quality snow removal over real-time information.

Leif Söderström (SD) proposed widening Klarastrandsleden to three lanes with a reversible middle lane and adding a separate bike path, aiming to reduce queues and improve accessibility. However, the proposal was rejected because the City Executive Board and several committees argued that widening wouldn't solve traffic problems due to bottlenecks elsewhere, contradicting the city's goal to reduce car traffic and prioritize walking, cycling, and public transport, all while incurring very high costs.

Liberals propose transforming Odenplan into a more inviting "Piazza Odenplan" with more greenery, commerce, and activities, suggesting Upplandsgatan between Odenplan and Gustav Vasa Church be closed to traffic to connect the areas. The City Executive Office believes a major square transformation should wait until the Roslagsbanan extension to City is complete around 2040, but the Traffic Office plans to add more greenery as early as summer 2026.

Moderate politician Hanna Werner proposed renovating the vacant and dilapidated Vanadis Hotel for new uses, preferably for associations. The city administration responded that similar work is already underway, with plans to refurbish the old hotel premises into sports facilities for changing rooms, table tennis, and martial arts, for example. The Moderates in various committees have reserved their position, advocating for broader planning that includes external actors like gyms and cafes, while also considering cultural heritage, accessibility, and energy efficiency.

The City of Stockholm is planning an extensive renovation and reconstruction of the culturally significant property Pelarbacken Större 4 on Götgatan, Södermalm. The building, which houses Södergården, Söderbokhandeln, and two other shops, is in poor condition and requires upgrades to meet modern fire safety and accessibility standards. The renovation is expected to be completed in the second quarter of 2028, after which the Culture Committee will become the primary tenant for Södergården's spaces, subletting them to the association.

Gabriel Kroon (SD) proposed that the Culture Committee investigate illuminating the City Hall with light projections, similar to Nobel Week Lights, throughout the winter (November-March) to boost tourism and attractiveness during darker months. This proposal was rejected by several bodies due to City Hall's significant cultural value, the high cost of a permanent installation, and the desire to maintain the exclusivity of Nobel Week Lights.

Center Party politicians Jonas Naddebo and Claes Nyberg have proposed building a new junior high school in northern Bromma, arguing that the long commute negatively impacts students. They suggest options like upgrading Bällstalundsskolan, expanding Mariehällsskolan, or considering costs for a school in Södra Solvallastaden. However, the city administration and Councillor Emilia Bjuggren believe current junior high capacity in northern Bromma is sufficient, citing an expected drastic decrease in student numbers across Bromma. They contend a new school would result in half-empty premises, diverting funds from education, and emphasize that existing schools like Adolfsbergsskolan can be flexibly adapted for future needs.

The Centre Party has proposed that Stockholm investigate creating a language school for children with severe language disorders from preschool class to third grade, aiming to provide a better start in elementary school and continuous language development support, similar to existing language preschools. While the City Executive Board acknowledges the importance of early intervention, it believes a separate school is unnecessary given current support available in schools, such as a competence hub at Eriksdalsskolan and collaboration with the National Agency for Special Needs Education and Schools. However, organizations like Attention Stockholm and the Swedish Association of Speech-Language Pathologists support the language school proposal.

Destiny Zandi Lindgren (KD) suggested the city investigate using school music rooms as rehearsal spaces after hours due to a shortage of such facilities. The City Executive Board deemed this unnecessary, as work is already underway to make more school premises, including music rooms, available to associations and cultural life after school, which includes clarifying rules for responsibility, equipment, and costs.

Councillors Claes Nyberg and Kristin Jacobsson (C) proposed implementing mental health screening in Stockholm's compulsory schools, including a mandatory meeting with a school counsellor in seventh grade, to identify and support students struggling with the rise in youth mental ill-health. The City Executive Board rejected the motion, stating that the city's existing student health services are already preventative and health-promoting, with health visits in first, fourth, and eighth grades, and students able to contact student health services as needed.

Jonas Naddebo (C) proposed a strategy for Privately Owned Public Spaces (POPS), where private property owners could establish and manage public areas like squares and green spaces. However, the City Executive Board believes new public spaces should primarily be city-owned and managed, and that collaboration with private actors is a better approach, as current legislation limits the full implementation of Naddebo's proposal.