All agenda items

Two SD politicians proposed that all public signs in Stockholm should primarily be in Swedish, meaning Swedish text must be at least twice the size of any other language. However, the City Executive Board and several district committees rejected the proposal, citing concerns about it violating the constitution and the need for multilingualism in an international city like Stockholm, while also noting the city's own communication already prioritizes Swedish.

Two Liberal politicians, Björn Ljung and André Nilsson, propose that the city's various policy documents, such as those for architecture and small house areas, should be better adhered to in urban development, advocating for clearer coordination between committees and regular follow-up. The City Executive Board responded that the city already works extensively with this through training and follow-ups to ensure guidelines are met, but the Liberals believe this is insufficient, particularly concerning the protection of villa areas.

Åsa Nilsson Söderström (L) proposed Stockholm establish a competence center to assist residents experiencing transnational repression from their home country's regimes, offering knowledge, support, and legal aid. The City Executive Board and district councils rejected the motion, deeming it a national matter, but the Liberal party argued it's akin to the city's existing Origo center against honor-related violence, making it a suitable municipal responsibility.

Liberal party member Jan Jönsson proposed Stockholm schools increase their use of "phonics" to improve students' reading skills, citing an international study on declining literacy. The majority in the municipal executive board and education committee agree phonics is important but not the sole method, advocating for a balanced approach with multiple techniques to ensure all students, especially those with other native languages, develop strong reading comprehension. They also voiced concerns about politicians micromanaging teachers' methodological choices.

Liberal politicians proposed consolidating all city-owned parking garages under one company, Stockholm Parkering, to streamline management. However, the City Executive Board rejected this, stating that current long-term leases already achieve the motion's goal and that transferring ownership would be legally and economically complex; the Liberals and Moderates dissented, arguing for an investigation.

Councillor Dennis Wedin (M) proposed that the city should work to lower food prices by facilitating the establishment of more grocery stores, thereby increasing competition. This included competition analyses in new urban planning, fast-tracking building permits for food stores, and reviewing existing plans in the city center. The City of Stockholm rejected the motion, stating they already actively promote new grocery stores, partly through the "New Food Stores – Proactive Planning and Land Allocation" project. They believe existing processes are sufficient for quality assurance and a fast-track is unnecessary, also arguing that more liberal legislation could increase car traffic and weaken local city centers.

The motion proposed moving the sports break to an earlier week to increase the likelihood of snow and winter activities for schoolchildren, especially those remaining in Stockholm, due to increasingly warm and snowless Februarys during week 9. However, the City Executive Board and Education Committee advised against this, citing the lack of snow guarantee in week 6, the established and convenient timing of week 9 for families, and the potential logistical and economic challenges an alteration would create for schools, businesses, and organizations.

Two politicians from the Sweden Democrats aim to halt the construction of an LSS residential home in Lammholmen, citing concerns over unsuitable ground conditions, potential damage to an old-growth forest, and highway noise. The City of Stockholm responds by emphasizing the significant need for LSS housing and assuring that all issues regarding ground, noise, and natural values will be thoroughly investigated during the democratic and transparent planning process, affirming its commitment to the project to meet the demand for adapted housing.

Motioners propose that the City of Stockholm immediately activate a twin city agreement with Kyiv and that city administrations and companies donate unneeded equipment for Ukraine's reconstruction. The Finance Commissioner believes the city already supports Ukraine in various ways and that the agreement can be signed when the situation allows, but not immediately. The minority reserves its position, arguing the agreement should be activated now and support intensified.

Johan Nilsson (M) proposed 24/7 locking of all municipal primary and secondary schools in Stockholm to enhance security, prevent crime, and improve staff working conditions. While acknowledging the importance of locked doors, the City Executive Board noted they don't fully protect against serious violence and suggested investigating how Skolfastigheter i Stockholm AB (SISAB) could cover the costs of lock systems to enable more schools to install them. The Moderates and Liberals support the locked school proposal, albeit with differing implementation priorities.

The Moderates propose that the City of Stockholm regularly map honor-related violence and oppression, at least once per term, to monitor developments and improve city initiatives. However, several committees, including the City Executive Office, the Social Welfare Committee, and the Education Committee, believe that extensive work is already underway and that a new, regular mapping would be too resource-intensive. They argue that the focus should instead be on strengthening ongoing efforts to develop common routines and cooperation.

Councillor Dennis Wedin (M) proposed that Stockholm Globe Arena Fastigheter AB, owner of several arenas, install new security solutions before the 2025 football season to prevent disturbances and match interruptions, aiming for safer football while preserving fan culture. However, the City Executive Board deemed the motion already addressed by ongoing work, noting that while technical solutions are part of safety efforts, lasting change also requires a cultural shift among supporters, with continuous work including club dialogue and preventative support.

Jonas Naddebo (Centre Party) proposes that Stockholm sell land it owns outside the city limits, mainly in Botkyrka, Ekerö, Huddinge, Järfälla, and Nacka. This land was originally acquired for suburban development, but the Centre Party argues the city should now grow from within and no longer needs it. The majority on the Municipal Board and committees respond that the process of selling non-strategic land has been ongoing since 2007, and therefore they see no reason to issue further directives.

Jonas Naddebo (C) proposed a website to gather and make searchable all citizen proposals and decisions, aiming to increase transparency and help residents follow their suggestions. The City Executive Board agrees on the importance of citizen proposals for democracy and the need for improved routines, noting they are already working on clarifying information and processes, which they believe will address the motion's intent.

The Liberals propose a pilot project for installing solar panels on municipal building facades to boost local renewable energy in Stockholm. However, the city has already undertaken similar projects and finds rooftop solar panels more efficient and profitable due to lower electricity production and higher installation/maintenance costs for facade-mounted units. Despite this, the Liberals wish to continue exploring new technical solutions, believing a new pilot project can foster innovation and knowledge development for the city's future energy needs.

The Liberals proposed hiring a dedicated "environmental controller" for the major Bromma development project to ensure its environmental sustainability, overseeing tasks like ground remediation and biodiversity protection, and reporting to the City Council. However, several city departments deemed the proposal premature, citing existing efforts to form a sustainability specialist group and suggesting a sustainability strategist instead. The City Executive Board rejected the motion, though Jan Jönsson (L) dissented, arguing an environmental controller is vital for transparency and accountability in such a large undertaking.

The Liberals propose that the City of Stockholm hire a "contract controller" within the Traffic Administration to review and follow up on the city's agreements with external companies, aiming to reduce the risk of infrastructure projects exceeding planned costs. The Traffic Administration responds that they have already strengthened their contract follow-up work and hired a contract controller, thus believing the motion's objective is already met.

Council members Jan Jönsson and Björn Ljung (both L) propose that Stockholm develop a strategy to increase the number of allotment gardens and urban farming areas. They want the city to investigate suitable land and simplify the process for creating new plots, citing long waiting lists and high demand. The City Executive Board responds that a program for urban-proximate cultivation is already underway to address these issues, but the Liberals believe progress is too slow and want the motion approved immediately.

Council members Anette Hellström and Johan Nilsson (M) propose that the city quickly replace the Sätra recycling center, which closed at the end of 2024/2025 due to land needed for an Ellevio power grid expansion, with a new permanent or temporary facility in western Söderort. While Stockholm Vatten och Avfall AB plans a mini-recycling center in Skärholmen by September 2025 and has expanded other services, Moderaterna and Liberalerna argue these solutions are insufficient, especially for garden waste, and advocate for a permanent, full-sized recycling center.

Councillor Nike Örbrink (KD) proposed that Stockholm appoint a temporary "waste ombudsman" for two years to review city expenditures in administrations and companies, identifying areas for efficiency improvements, particularly concerning non-core tasks. The City Executive Board rejected the proposal, stating that extensive financial reviews, including by the City Audit Office, already exist, and a waste ombudsman risks duplicating efforts.