All agenda items

The Liberals proposed that Stockholm City allow associations to manage smaller parks through user agreements, aiming to maintain parks and boost local engagement. While several committees supported increased involvement, they stressed that the city must retain legal responsibility for the parks. The City Executive Board suggests that the motion be answered by referring to the statement, meaning the proposal is not fully adopted, but the city's existing work with user agreements will continue.

The Liberals have proposed that the City of Stockholm investigate how to increase the number of workplaces in Söderort, citing an uneven distribution that leads to long commutes. The City Executive Office states that this is already being addressed through existing budget assignments and a forthcoming comprehensive plan, which will analyze office space needs and strengthen business in Söderort. The Liberals contend that more could be done to facilitate company establishment, such as offering better premises and faster permit processes.

Dennis Wedin (M) expressed concern over declining new business ventures and reduced city support in Stockholm, proposing that Stockholm Business Region resume advising startups and that the city establish a consolidated permit center for businesses. However, the City Executive Board disagreed, asserting that the new Entreprenör Stockholm initiative is a superior model focusing on green transition, social entrepreneurship, and in-demand professions, while also ensuring more efficient use of taxpayer money. They emphasized existing extensive business promotion efforts and the imminent establishment of a new business policy.

Councillor Jan Jönsson (L) proposed naming a place in Stockholm after Aaron Isaac, the first Jew permitted to reside in Sweden without converting to Christianity in 1775, to highlight the Jewish minority's historical contributions, especially during the 250th anniversary of established Jewish life in Sweden. The City Executive Board rejected the proposal, citing the Naming Committee's view that no suitable location exists and that existing names linked to Isaac could cause confusion. Instead, they suggested increasing information about existing places bearing his name, such as the Aronsberg Jewish cemetery on Kungsholmen.

Jan Jönsson (L) proposed that the City of Stockholm map afrophobia in schools, including discrimination, hate crimes, and dialogue with civil society. The majority argued that a broader mapping of all racism is already underway in the city's educational activities. They believe the results from this existing mapping should be awaited before undertaking further specialized studies.

Jan Jönsson (L) proposed a new mapping of antisemitism in Stockholm's schools and preschools to assess the current situation and develop an action plan. The administrations believe the city is already actively combating racism, including antisemitism, through a new action plan against racism and a planned mapping of all forms of racism in educational activities during 2025. They recommend awaiting the results of ongoing work before considering a new, specific mapping of antisemitism.

Councilman Jan Jönsson (L) proposed introducing a Swedish language test, similar to the existing math test, to better track students' reading comprehension and provide schools with tools for improvement. However, the City Executive Board and the Education Administration rejected the proposal. They cited a 2022 investigation which found that such a test would be difficult to design comparably with 9th-grade grades and would be too extensive, costly, and administratively demanding.

The Centre Party proposed the city map all avenues and old trees, create a preservation and development plan, and identify locations for new avenues, including transforming Karlbergsvägen into a green esplanade. The Executive Board responded that the city is already working on tree protection and planting, developing a new tree policy, and has hired a tree strategist, but found planting more trees on Karlbergsvägen difficult due to underground infrastructure.

Jan Jönsson (L) proposed that the City of Stockholm map the prevalence of homophobia and transphobia within its operations to understand the problem's extent and develop concrete anti-discrimination measures for LGBTQI+ individuals. While several committees supported the work's importance, they believed existing human rights programs and an LGBTQI+ action plan already address the issue, arguing a separate mapping would be difficult and current reporting systems suffice. Jönsson and others, however, emphasized the need for a specific mapping focused on citizens' experiences with city services and a more proactive approach.

The motion proposes measures to simplify and improve conditions for Stockholm's visitor industry, including faster permit processing, better phone service, and a review of regulations for outdoor dining and dancing. However, the City Executive Board suggests responding to the motion by stating that the city is already addressing these issues through ongoing assignments and collaborations with the business sector, thus deeming further measures unnecessary.

Jonas Naddebo (C) proposed that the City Executive Board assume coordinated responsibility for developing Fagersjöviken in Magelungen into an attractive area for water recreation, such as swimming, paddling, and fishing, citing its deterioration due to overgrowth and unclear responsibilities. The City Executive Board responded that the city is already working collaboratively to improve water quality, biodiversity, and recreational opportunities in Magelungen, with Fagersjöviken being prioritized within the "Focus Farsta" initiative.

Two Liberal politicians propose that the City of Stockholm evaluate its environmental zones, including those in Gamla stan and Södermalm, to understand their impact on air quality, emissions, residents, and businesses. While older zones have been evaluated, the city plans a broader assessment of the new environmental zone class 3, encompassing effects on residents and businesses, to ensure the zones are beneficial and proportionate to any problems they might create.

The Liberals (Jan Jönsson and Åsa Nilsson Söderström) proposed that the City of Stockholm investigate digital tool usage in preschools, establish clear guidelines, promote screen-free environments (except for older children with a pedagogical purpose), and support play and physical activity, citing negative impacts of excessive screen time. The city responded that the preschool curriculum, revised July 1, 2025, already emphasizes analog tools, especially for children under two, and mandates restrictive use of digital tools for clear pedagogical purposes. The City Executive Office and district committees believe the curriculum changes and ongoing support material from the National Agency for Education cover the motion's intent, advocating for preschool teachers' freedom in tool selection, with some districts having already conducted local surveys and updated guidelines.

The Liberals propose that the City of Stockholm map honor-based oppression in preschools to better implement measures and educate staff, citing a current lack of understanding regarding the problem's extent and clear guidelines for staff. The City Executive Board responds that the city is already addressing the issue and a national inquiry is underway, suggesting its results should be awaited before a local mapping is conducted, even as work against honor-based oppression continues.

Destiny Zandi Lindgren (KD) proposed that Stockholm aim to maintain parking levels at or above 2020 figures, arguing that parking facilitates daily life for many residents and contributes to a safer, more pleasant, and greener city. However, the City Executive Board and several committees rejected the motion, stating it conflicts with the city's goals to reduce car traffic by 30% by 2030, improve accessibility, and create more attractive public spaces.

A motion from Johan Nilsson (M) proposes Stockholm acquire land, possibly by exchange, to preserve the natural and cultural values of Långbro Park, specifically the Lågbron 1 property where a private owner plans twelve townhouses and a café. The motion suggests the city acquire the land to maintain the park's public character, potentially offering the owner an alternative nearby site for the housing. The City Executive Board proposes responding to the motion by referring to ongoing detailed development planning, as the Building Committee and the public have not yet received all viewpoints on the construction project.

Jonas Naddebo (Centre Party) proposes transforming Johanneshovsvägen into a green boulevard with fewer car lanes, making space for pedestrian and bicycle paths, greenery, shops, and restaurants, along with building approximately 1045 new homes, including student housing, and a new square at Lindes light rail station. The city notes that most of these proposals are already part of ongoing projects like "Årstastråket," but the Centre Party believes their motion goes further and should also encompass the stretch between Bolidenplan and Gullmarsplan.

The Liberals propose reviewing Stockholm's land allocation policy to impose clearer social demands on developers, aiming for more affordable housing and greater involvement from the social welfare committee to address needs of vulnerable groups. However, the City Executive Office, the Land and Exploitation Committee, and Stockholm City Hall AB believe current work and the new housing supply action plan already fulfill these intentions, deeming a policy revision unnecessary.

Jonas Naddebo (C) proposes developing Kista into the Nordic total defense center to reverse the negative trend of businesses leaving and high vacancy rates. This involves urban development, new housing, and attracting defense-related operations and companies to Kista to create security, vitality, and jobs. The city responds that they are already actively strengthening Kista as an innovation district with a focus on defense and cybersecurity, but see no need for a new mandate or for Kista to become solely a defense center.

Gabriel Kroon (SD) proposed allowing residents to "buy" trees planted on public land, complete with a name plaque, to fund green initiatives and increase urban greenery. However, the majority of committees advised against the proposal due to high administrative costs, legal ownership issues, and the risk of trees dying. Instead, the municipality is investing 71 million SEK in tree planting and maintenance by 2026 and developing a new tree policy.