All agenda items

Hanna Werner (M) has proposed a motion to transform Odenplan into a greener and more vibrant city square, advocating for more trees, flowerbeds, and improved bicycle storage suitable for e-bikes. However, the City Council Executive Committee and several committees believe no further action is needed, as similar projects are already underway or planned, and new subway lines may impact Odenplan in the coming years.

Rasmus Jonlund et al. from the Liberal Party propose in a motion that the City of Stockholm begin planning for a Stockholm Exhibition in 2030, one hundred years after the influential 1930 exhibition. This exhibition would focus on design, architecture, and sustainable urban development, aiming to put Stockholm on the map and serve as a meeting place for the city, business, and civil society. The City Executive Board proposes that the motion be answered by referring to the fact that the city is already investigating the conditions for such an exhibition through Stockholm Business Region AB.

A motion by Jonas Naddebo (C) proposed the municipality investigate merging its three housing companies—Familjebostäder, Svenska Bostäder, and Stockholmshem—to potentially boost cost-efficiency, strengthen climate and energy initiatives, and increase housing stock. However, the City Executive Board and the consulted companies deemed such an investigation unnecessary, arguing that these goals are already pursued within current structures, and a merger could raise antitrust concerns and complicate governance.

Jonas Naddebo (Center Party) proposed an "athletic standard" to ensure land for sports facilities is set aside early in urban development projects, such as Frihamnen and Slakthusområdet, and to involve more private actors. However, the City Executive Board suggested rejecting the motion, stating current strategies are sufficient, though the Center Party and Liberals dissented, arguing for a binding standard due to the inadequacy of current tools.

Councillor Dennis Wedin (M) proposed that the Exploitation Committee be tasked with finding a long-term, comprehensive solution for the Örnsbergs Kanotsällskap's activities and clubhouse. The club, with 1400 members, has been without a permanent clubhouse since its demolition in Gröndal in 2018 and currently operates under a demolition contract on Reimersholme. However, the City Executive Office believes that committees are already actively addressing this issue and no further directive is needed, recommending that the motion be answered by referring to ongoing work.

Hanna Wistrand (L) proposed that the city investigate how swimming lessons could be offered to adult newcomers through Swedish for Immigrants (SFI) and how sports clubs could be involved, aiming for more adults to learn to swim and engage with community life. The City Executive Board suggests responding to the motion, partly by citing existing initiatives and upcoming national investigations that may include information on swimming proficiency in social orientation for newcomers.

A motion by Jonas Naddebo (C) proposed expanding Hammarbybacken with an extra peak and raising the existing one, using excavated material from the subway expansion, to create more opportunities for winter and summer sports and events. The City Management Office believes there isn't a surplus of material available and that the area's natural values must be considered, suggesting the motion be responded to without further action.

Nike Örbrink (KD) proposed increasing the use of therapy animals in Stockholm's elder care homes to address emotional needs like physical touch and reduce loneliness, particularly for those with cognitive impairment, noting that these animals can lessen anxiety and bring joy. However, the City Executive Board suggests rejecting the proposal, stating that work in this area is already underway and citing practical challenges such as a shortage of trained therapy animals and the need for risk assessments, clear hygiene routines, and allergy protocols.

The Centre Party proposes that the City of Stockholm and Region Stockholm implement a joint routine to ensure that preschool children with autism receive equivalent and coordinated behavioral interventions, as recommended by the National Board of Health and Welfare. The motion also seeks to guarantee that this support continues during transitions between preschool, elementary school, and independent activities, addressing the current significant variation in access to such interventions across the city's districts.

Councilor Nike Örbrink (KD) proposed that the City of Stockholm amend local rules to permit seniors to bring their own alcohol to open meeting places, like Lusthuset Hornstull, to "add a touch of luxury to everyday life." However, the City Executive Board suggests rejecting the motion, explaining that current alcohol legislation would prohibit the sale of light beverages such as coffee at these venues if they were to allow personal alcohol consumption.

A Liberal party motion proposes Stockholm City increase its electrification efforts as a core part of its climate goals. The motion suggests the City Council instruct relevant boards and companies to investigate accelerating the pace and allocate budget funds to this end, aiming to faster reduce transport and energy emissions while improving air quality.

Council members Sara Svanström and Elin Hjelmestam (both L) propose that the City of Stockholm investigate and implement differentiated parking fees, meaning fossil-fueled vehicles would pay more than eco-friendly ones to reduce emissions and improve air quality. However, the City Executive Office and the Traffic Committee believe current legislation does not permit such differentiated fees and that a change in law would be required to implement the proposal.

Jonas Naddebo (C) proposed in a motion to develop Stadsgårdskajen with new housing and commercial premises by decking over the traffic route with terraced buildings, including 180 homes and 25,000 square meters of office and commercial space, along with new stairs, a park, marina, open-air cold bathhouse, and a stage by the water. However, the City Executive Board suggests rejecting the motion, citing its significant negative impact on the national interest for cultural heritage preservation, substantial costs and risks, and the need to consider existing port operations and shipping.

Council members Jan Jönsson and Christina Tufvesson (both L) propose the City of Stockholm investigate how to create more affordable and accessible premises for associations and local entrepreneurs, especially in the outer city, to promote social cohesion and economic development, drawing inspiration from other municipalities. However, the City Executive Board suggests responding to the motion by referring to the city's existing work and initiatives to support associations and entrepreneurs, without initiating new, parallel assignments.

The Center Party, Moderates, and Christian Democrats proposed that sports clubs should retain subsidized rent for events even when serving low-alcohol beer, arguing that current rules create a financial burden instead of revenue. The City Executive Board noted that the Sports Committee has already decided to adjust fees starting in 2026 to allow subsidized rates even with low-alcohol beer sales, thus fulfilling the proposers' wishes.

The Liberals have submitted a motion to the municipal council proposing a revised strategy for Stockholm's small house and villa areas. They advocate for a greater focus on the architectural design of new buildings to ensure they blend with existing character, and for "green space factor" to be a more prominent tool in project evaluation. However, the City Executive Board suggests rejecting the motion, stating that current processes and upcoming changes to planning and building regulations already address these concerns.

Council members Jan Jönsson and Christina Tufvesson (L) proposed that the city develop an action plan to reduce SFI (Swedish for Immigrants) dropouts, arguing that high dropout rates hinder integration and labor market establishment. However, several referral bodies, including the City Executive Office and the Labor Market Committee, believe the city already has structured efforts to combat dropouts and a separate plan is unnecessary. The City Executive Board therefore suggests the motion be answered by referring to these existing measures.

Kristin Jacobsson and Svante Linusson (C) proposed investigating the conversion of Stockholm's parking garages into sheltered spaces, equipped with water, sanitation, and ventilation, and exploring requirements for future garages to be convertible into bomb shelters. However, the City Executive Board suggests awaiting national requirements and state funding, while the opposition advocates for more proactive city action.

Two Liberal politicians propose that the City of Stockholm restore and preserve culturally significant parks like Humlegården and Vasaparken, ensuring new installations are faithful to the originals and promoting sustainable quality, while also allowing small kiosks to foster urban life. However, several referral bodies, including the City Executive Office, believe the city already works in line with these intentions through existing guidelines, leading the City Executive Board to suggest the motion be responded to by referencing ongoing work.

Councilors Jan Jönsson and Sara Svanström (both L) propose that the City of Stockholm investigate whether non-profit associations could manage smaller parks through user agreements, taking responsibility for maintenance and development with city support. While this aims to increase engagement and improve park quality, referral bodies emphasize that the city must retain primary responsibility for park maintenance, despite viewing community involvement as positive.