All agenda items

The City Executive Board proposes that the City Council establishes Hemskogen in Enskede-Årsta-Vantör as a 16.6-hectare biotope protection area. The purpose is to preserve the area's natural values and biodiversity, particularly the old trees which provide habitats for protected species. The area is also important for recreation for local residents, schools, and preschools.

The Municipal Council is proposed to establish the Åkeslund Biotope Protection Area in Bromma, formally protecting approximately 6.8 hectares of old growth trees to preserve natural values, biodiversity, and a valued recreational area. The proposal was adjusted after consultation, excluding large utility corridors, but the Liberal and Centre parties reserved their positions, arguing the protection is too extensive and the process rushed.

The City Council will decide on establishing a biotope protection area spanning about 20.4 hectares at Trekanten in Hägersten-Älvsjö, aiming to safeguard valuable shore and water environments crucial for endangered species, particularly bats. While the area is popular for recreation, the Liberals and Centre Party argue that the protection could restrict future urban development and make the area unsafe due to reduced lighting.

The City Executive Board proposes that the City Council establish the Kyrkhamn-Riddersvik Nature Reserve, covering approximately 137.9 hectares in the Hässelby-Vällingby district. This reserve aims to protect valuable nature, culture, and recreation areas, including parts of Kyrkhamn, Hässelby allotment area, Riddersvik's English park, and a portion of Lake Mälaren, while also enhancing outdoor recreation and considering a buffer zone for a future Lövsta heating plant.

The City Executive Board proposes forming Kista Utveckling AB under Stockholms Stadshus AB to coordinate urban development, business collaboration, and place-making in Kista. This aims to boost the area's appeal by transforming it from an office district into a vibrant mixed-use city with more housing, parks, and meeting places, while also attracting new businesses and investments, especially in AI, defense, and green tech.

The City Council is set to approve a decision to refurbish and develop the promenade along Karlbergskanalen, part of the popular Kungsholmen loop. This project aims to widen the promenade, improve ground stability in areas prone to landslides, and enhance local biodiversity, with an estimated cost of 72 million SEK. Construction is slated to begin in autumn 2027 and conclude by summer 2029.

The City Executive Board proposes that the City Council approve the construction of a themed playground in southern Spångadalen, between Tensta, Rinkeby, and Bromsten, at an estimated cost of 84.7 million SEK, to be completed by 2028. The matter was previously sent back by the opposition due to concerns over high costs and a tight timeline, but the City Management Office deems the cost reasonable given the project's purpose and ambition.

The City Council is set to vote on a revised plan for Project Hekla in Kista, which includes new office buildings, a residential building, new streets, and an upgrade to Grönlandsparken. The Exploitation Committee proposes increasing the park's renovation budget by approximately SEK 10 million to make it a more attractive, accessible, and safe meeting place with improved lighting and new pathways, while the Liberals express concern over the increased costs and demand better financial control.

The City Council is set to decide on the Mälaräng project in Skärholmen, which includes about 1,100 new homes, two preschools, a school, and new retail space, aiming to connect Bredäng and Mälarhöjden by transforming current road infrastructure into urban streets. While Phase 1, with construction of 86 homes starting in 2026, proceeds, Phase 2 is paused due to high infrastructure costs and difficulties securing developers. The Exploitation Committee proposes allocating 12.6 million SEK to complete planning for Phase 2 and renew agreements, allowing work to resume when conditions improve, a proposal the Christian Democrats oppose, arguing that further investment in Phase 2, which they believe is already a taxpayer loss, should be rejected.

The City Council will consider a revised policy decision for the Årstafältet project in Årsta. Due to the economic downturn and high construction costs, the proposed building pace will be reduced from 600 to 450 homes per year, extending the project until approximately 2045. Priority is now given to Stage 5 Södra, including the subway station and park, with its implementation moved forward.

Stockholm Stadshus AB is proposed to purchase "negative emissions" from Stockholm Exergi's new carbon capture facility at Energihamnen near Värtaverket. This aims to help the city achieve its climate goal of becoming climate positive by 2030. The agreement is proposed to run from 2029 to 2043, at a maximum cost of 120 million SEK per year.

The City Council is poised to approve a framework agreement between the City of Stockholm and KTH Royal Institute of Technology to launch the "Stockholm Urban Innovation Lab." This initiative aims to bolster the city's efforts in digitalization for sustainable urban development through research and innovation. Four million SEK is proposed for the lab's funding in 2026, with an additional one million SEK allocated for the city to assimilate and disseminate the results.

The City Council will consider a memorandum concerning improvements to student health. This memorandum contains proposals from a government inquiry (SOU 2025:113), which is set to be published on May 13, 2026.

The City Council will consider a memorandum on the report "Principals in Focus – Conditions for Pedagogical Leadership" (SOU 2026:4). This matter, concerning principals' conditions in schools, will become public after its deliberation by the City Executive Board on May 13, 2026.

This item concerns tightening conditions for independent schools, based on a government inquiry proposal (SOU 2025:123). Exact details regarding the proposals will be made public after the matter has been processed by the City Council Executive Committee on May 13, 2026.

This matter concerns a proposal to repeal the National Board of Housing, Building and Planning's regulations (BFS 2016:5) that govern how temporary housing, such as modular homes, may be adapted and deviate from standard building requirements. The case is scheduled to be heard by the City Council Executive Committee on May 13, 2026.

The City of Stockholm is to respond to the Swedish Civil Contingencies Agency's (MCF) proposed regulations on planning for evacuation and accommodation during heightened alert. The City believes the responsibilities placed on municipalities are too extensive without sufficient resources, calling for state funding and civil conscription to staff evacuation efforts. Stockholm also wants the option for partial evacuation in areas lacking bomb shelters.

The City of Stockholm will comment on the Swedish Competition Authority's report "New Gatekeeper Functions in LOV," which proposes measures to combat criminal and disreputable suppliers in freedom of choice systems, such as health and social care. The city generally supports the proposals, which aim to simplify municipalities' ability to vet providers both upon application and throughout the contract period, though the Social Services Department is concerned about increased administration and the City Executive Office requests extending post-contract control from three to at least five years.

The City of Stockholm is to comment on an interim report proposing the removal of the County Administrative Board as an appeal body for municipal decisions under the Environmental Code and the Planning and Building Act. While generally positive about shortening processing times, the City, along with several authorities and City Commissioner Åsa Lindhagen, expresses concern that removing the Board could lead to a loss of expertise, particularly regarding water protection, and that proposed fees for certain appeals could undermine legal certainty.

Jan Jönsson (L) proposes that the City of Stockholm conduct a "crime proofing" analysis of its grant procedures to reduce the risk of grants to civil society being exploited by criminals. The City Executive Office notes that the city already actively works to combat welfare crime and that crime proofing is one of several methods that can be used. The city has also introduced a specialized team, training, and a tip function to strengthen its efforts against crime.