All agenda items

A citizen proposed adding two more barbecue areas to Bandängen play park, citing heavy use of the existing one. However, the Enskede-Årsta-Vantör district administration believes the current two are sufficient for the park's size and visitor numbers. They argue that more barbecue spots would reduce valuable green space, potentially harm the park's ecology, and lead to increased litter.

A citizen's proposal requested the Enskede-Årsta-Vantör District Council to support an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and review its procurement policy to exclude actors violating human rights and international law. The District Administration assessed that the Council lacks authority for foreign policy statements regarding Gaza, but noted that human rights and ethical trade are already covered by Stockholm City's existing procurement guidelines. Therefore, the administration proposes the Council approve its statement as a response to the citizen's proposal.

The Enskede-Årsta-Vantör District Council will consider a citizen proposal from the Nya Enskede School Parents' Association to open a youth recreation center in Triangelparken, Gamla Enskede. The proposal highlights the risk of the current center at Enskedeskolan closing and the need for a safe, evening and weekend open meeting place for youth. The district administration has begun an investigation into the future of youth recreation centers and will consider the Triangelparken proposal as a potential option for the area.

A citizen proposal addressing recurring basement flooding in Enskede gård due to heavy rainfall suggests a pilot project for cloudburst management. The Enskede-Årsta-Vantör district administration confirmed the issue stems from street design and stormwater network capacity, forwarding the proposal to the Traffic Department and Stockholm Vatten och Avfall. The district committee is now set to approve the administration's statement responding to the proposal.

The Guardianship Board is set to review its July 2026 monthly report, detailing its financial and operational status. The Board's total budget of SEK 95.5 million for 2026 was increased by SEK 3 million in July to implement the new "A reliable guardianship" law. While the overall budget is projected to balance, this is contingent on receiving additional funds from the city's central reserve to cover increased fees, driven by a higher price base amount and more principals unable to pay for themselves.

The City Executive Board of Stockholm has responded to a referral from the Ministry of Climate and Enterprise regarding proposed new legislative changes following the EU's revised wastewater directive. While largely welcoming proposals for stricter treatment requirements, including quaternary treatment for micropollutants and extended producer responsibility, Stockholm points out the need for clearer definitions, a tight implementation timeline for quaternary treatment, and an impact assessment for municipal supervisory authorities.

The City Council will review the 2025 audit reports for seven independent foundations and institutions, including SHIS Bostäder and the Strindberg Museum, with the City Executive Board proposing that their boards be granted discharge from liability for the previous year's management. However, the Liberals (L) are reserving their position and propose that, in addition to approving the motion, the City Management Office be tasked with investigating significant write-downs (losses) of over 18 million SEK in certain investments by the Stockholm Maritime Hotel Foundation, such as a student housing project in Bredäng. L also wants the City Management Office to work towards establishing a placement policy with better risk diversification for the foundation.

The Moderates have raised concerns about the new "property-proximate collection" (FNI) law in Stockholm's dense urban environment, arguing it will be administratively difficult and costly. They demand the city utilize legal exceptions, find flexible solutions, and engage in dialogue with the state. The City Executive Office and rapporteur Åsa Lindhagen (MP) respond that relevant agencies are already adapting collection to Stockholm's conditions, and will continue using existing recycling stations where FNI is not feasible, despite losing producer compensation.

Moderaterna's Andréa Hedin proposed a motion for the City of Stockholm to develop a strategy for AI use in primary and secondary schools, including a training plan for staff. While the City Executive Office and Education Committee acknowledge both opportunities and challenges, they point to ongoing work with guidelines, professional development, and approved AI tools. The City Council recommends responding to the motion by referring to this existing work, meaning a new, separate AI strategy will not be developed.

The City Council is proposed to adopt a detailed plan for Beckholmen on Djurgården. This plan aims to protect the island's cultural values by preserving existing historically significant buildings while also allowing new construction to support the development of shipyard operations, which is crucial for Stockholm's maritime activities and its role in national defense.

The City Council will consider a revised decision for Stockholm Vatten och Avfall AB's project in Central Bromma, Riksby. The project, which aims to enable the development of housing and commercial areas, now encompasses 16 blocks instead of 24 and has been adjusted to reduce the need for stormwater diversion. The new investment cost is estimated at SEK 636 million and will facilitate the development of approximately 1,450 homes and 1,500-2,000 workplaces.

The Stockholm Municipal Council is set to review an appeal concerning the decision for Stockholms Stadshus AB to purchase negative emissions from Stockholm Exergi's carbon capture plant (BECCS) for up to SEK 120 million annually from 2029 to 2043. The appeal disputes this purchase, arguing that the plant will capture carbon dioxide regardless and therefore offers no additional benefit to Stockholm's residents. The City Executive Office proposes that the Municipal Board reject the appeal and submit a statement to the administrative court defending the city's decision.

The City of Stockholm is to respond to Ellevio's request to lay new power cables between Värtan and Ropsten, replacing old ones to secure Stockholm's electricity supply. The City welcomes the project but emphasizes the need for coordination with ongoing construction, minimizing electromagnetic fields near homes, and careful handling of any contaminated land during the work.

The City Council will consider a revised implementation decision for the Herbariet project in Liljeholmen, which includes a new primary school, three sports halls, a local street, and a public square. Project costs have significantly increased from SEK 49 million to SEK 71.1 million due to phasing, contaminated land, and general construction cost increases. The City Executive Board proposes that the Exploitation Committee be authorized to proceed with the project at the new, higher budget.

The City Executive Board is to issue a statement on the Audit Office's 2025 annual reports, which review the City of Stockholm's and the Board's operations. These reports summarize the audit's assessments and recommendations on the city's finances, goal attainment in areas like schools, social services, and housing construction, as well as internal control. While rapporteur Mayor Karin Wanngård (S) acknowledges challenges but highlights improvements, Mayor Gulan Avci (L) dissents, arguing the audit's depiction is less positive and points to clear shortcomings requiring concrete action.

Jan Jönsson (L) inquired about Stockholm's cooperation with other capitals to protect democratic principles, prompted by Budapest's mayor being indicted for encouraging Pride parade participation. The City Executive Office responded that Stockholm is an active member of international organizations and networks promoting democratic freedoms and rights, and has already expressed support for the mayor's work during a meeting. The City Executive Board is proposed to close the matter by referring to this memo.

Council members Jan Jönsson and Rasmus Jonlund (L) proposed that Stockholm join the Pact of Free Cities network to strengthen its role in promoting freedom, humanism, and global solidarity. However, Governing Mayor Karin Wanngård (S) suggested declining the motion, citing the city's existing involvement in approximately 100 international organizations and networks as sufficient for advocating for these values.

Jonas Naddebo (C) proposed that the City of Stockholm encourage facilities with cattle, such as 4H farms, to test feed supplements that reduce methane emissions from cows for two years. However, the City Executive Board suggests rejecting the motion, stating that the city's existing environmental program and climate work already address the issue, and that emissions from cows in Stockholm are very small compared to the city's total climate impact.

Gabriel Kroon (SD) proposed that the City of Stockholm develop a system to measure the cost-effectiveness of biodiversity initiatives and that the Environment and Health Committee provide grants to private gardens and courtyards for biodiversity promotion. The City Executive Office and the Environment and Health Committee agree with the cost-effectiveness measurement but deem the grants to private actors legally complex and outside the committee's mandate. Therefore, the City Executive Board suggests rejecting the motion based on these points.

Jonas Naddebo (C) proposed Stockholm explore a "biocredit market" to attract private investment for ecosystem protection and restoration, thus funding biodiversity efforts. The City Executive Board suggests responding by referencing existing municipal work, while acknowledging a future biocredit market could be valuable and the city should monitor EU developments.