All agenda items

Jonas Naddebo (C) proposed that the City of Stockholm investigate merging its three municipal housing companies—Familjebostäder, Svenska Bostäder, and Stockholmshem—to improve cost, climate, and energy efficiency, increase housing supply, and simplify tenant exchanges. However, the City Executive Board and the companies rejected this, citing existing efficiency work and cooperation, and concerns that a merger could complicate governance and raise competition law issues, despite Naddebo's party maintaining its belief in the proposal's benefits for Stockholmers.

Jonas Naddebo (C) proposed an "athletics standard" for Stockholm, requiring the city to early on allocate land and plan for sports facilities like halls and fields when developing new areas, preventing them from being overlooked as the city grows, a move supported by several sports federations due to Stockholm's low per capita access to sports areas. While the city acknowledged it already considers sports in urban planning and has a strategy, deeming a new directive unnecessary as a new strategy is due in 2026, Naddebo and the Liberals argue existing tools are insufficient and a clear standard is needed to ensure these facilities are actually built.

Councillor Dennis Wedin (M) wants the Exploitation Committee to find a long-term solution for Örnsbergs Kanotsällskap, including a consolidated site for a new clubhouse, as the club, Sweden's largest, lost its previous clubhouse in 2018 due to housing development. While the city has promised a new clubhouse and budgeted six million kronor, this has not yet materialized. Although the City Executive Office and relevant committees state they are actively working on a solution, the opposition believes the process has been too slow since 2018 and the city must honor its promises.

Hanna Wistrand (L) proposed that the City of Stockholm investigate offering swimming lessons to newly arrived adults through SFI (Swedish for Immigrants) and sports clubs, aiming to increase swimming proficiency and facilitate integration into club life. While the City views the proposal positively, it notes practical and legal obstacles, such as limited capacity among clubs and difficulties with sharing personal data, that would need to be resolved.

Councillor Jonas Naddebo (C) proposed expanding Hammarbybacken with an additional peak and raising the existing one using excavation spoil from subway construction, aiming to create a larger area for winter and summer activities and enable Stockholm to host more sports events. However, the City Executive Board rejected the proposal, stating there is no surplus spoil available and emphasizing the need to protect the significant natural values of the area surrounding Hammarbybacken.

Nike Örbrink (KD) proposed increasing the number of therapy animals in Stockholm's care homes to improve residents' well-being and combat loneliness, particularly for those with cognitive impairment. The City Executive Board supports the initiative but highlighted challenges like limited access to trained animals, and the need for hygiene routines and risk assessments. While local district councils already work with therapy animals, the decision to expand their numbers rests with each individual council.

Center Party council members proposed Stockholm City collaborate with Region Stockholm to create a routine ensuring all preschool children with autism receive standardized, coordinated support based on National Board of Health and Welfare recommendations, regardless of residence, including smooth transitions to school. The City Executive Board, via the presenting councilor, declined, citing existing child health programs and cooperation agreements, arguing the preschool's pedagogical role differs from the region's treatment responsibility, though preschools can offer some therapeutic support. Despite most committees agreeing with the motion, the Executive Board effectively rejected it, drawing criticism from the Moderates, Liberals, and Center Party who highlighted the lack of a common routine and varied access to support across districts.

Council member Nike Örbrink (Christian Democrats) proposed allowing seniors to bring their own alcohol to the city's meeting points, such as Lusthuset Hornstull, to "add a touch of luxury to everyday life" similar to younger people. The City Executive Board rejected the motion, citing the Alcohol Act which prohibits alcohol where light beverages are sold, as is common at most meeting points. A change would prevent these venues from selling items like coffee and meal drinks, which are considered a vital part of their operations.

The Liberals propose that Stockholm increase its efforts on electrification, such as faster expansion of charging stations and allocating more budget funds, arguing this is crucial for climate goals and current measures are insufficient, especially regarding unequal charging access. The majority responds that electrification is already a key part of the city's climate action plan with many ongoing measures, while criticizing the Liberals' national government actions, which they claim hinder electrification nationwide.

Two Liberal members, Sara Svanström and Elin Hjelmestam, proposed that Stockholm investigate and implement higher parking fees for fossil-fueled vehicles to reduce emissions and improve air quality. The City Executive Office and the Traffic Committee responded that this is not possible under current legislation, but the city has proposed a legal amendment to the government. Despite these legal obstacles, the district councils of Farsta, Hägersten-Älvsjö, and Södermalm believe the proposal could be an effective instrument for achieving the city's climate goals.

The Center Party proposed developing Stadsgårdskajen with terraced buildings, adding 180 homes and 25,000 sqm of office/commercial space atop a covered traffic route, alongside a new walkway, park, marina, open-air bath, and stage. The City Executive Board rejected the proposal, citing existing development efforts and deeming the Center Party's plan too problematic due to negative cultural heritage impact, high costs, and complex implementation.

Council members Jan Jönsson and Christina Tufvesson (L) proposed that Stockholm City investigate creating more affordable and accessible premises for associations and local entrepreneurs, especially in the outer city, to strengthen local engagement. The City Executive Board suggests responding by acknowledging existing initiatives like "Föreningsservice" and "Kulturlotsen" are already addressing this, while welcoming continued discussion on the need for more meeting places.

Local politicians from the Centre, Moderate, and Christian Democrat parties proposed that sports clubs should retain their subsidized rental rates even when selling light beer at events. They argued that current regulations, which increase rent when light beer is sold, create an unnecessary financial burden for these clubs. The city has already decided to adjust the fee structure for 2026, allowing for subsidized rates even with light beer sales, thus fulfilling the motion's request.

The Liberals have proposed developing a strategy for Stockholm's small house and villa areas, advocating for new constructions to better integrate with their surroundings and ensure sufficient green spaces, highlighting their importance to the city's identity. The City Executive Board suggests responding to the motion by noting that the City Planning Committee is already addressing these issues, especially in light of upcoming changes to the Planning and Building Act which will prompt a review of relevant guidelines.

The Liberals, led by Jan Jönsson and Christina Tufvesson, proposed that the municipality develop an action plan to reduce dropouts from SFI (Swedish for Immigrants) education, aiming to help more immigrants complete their studies for easier employment and integration. However, the majority in the City Executive Board and several district committees deemed a new plan unnecessary, asserting that the city already employs structured measures like flexible education and planned study breaks to address dropouts. While acknowledging known reasons for dropouts often lie beyond the school's control (e.g., students finding jobs or having other commitments), the Liberals maintain that a dedicated action plan would make the work more concrete and transparent.

Council members Kristin Jacobsson and Svante Linusson (Centre Party) proposed an investigation into adapting Stockholm's parking garages into shelters equipped with water, sanitation, and ventilation, and that future construction projects require garages to be convertible into shelters. However, the City Executive Board suggests rejecting the motion, arguing that the city should await national requirements and state funding before implementing significant population protection measures.

The Liberals propose restoring and preserving historical parks like Humlegården and Vasaparken, suggesting new installations match original designs and small kiosks be permitted to liven up the spaces. However, the City Executive Board finds existing efforts already protect the parks' cultural-historical value, rendering new directives unnecessary.

Liberals Jan Jönsson and Sara Svanström proposed that non-profit associations should be allowed to manage smaller parks in Stockholm through user agreements, aiming for greater engagement and better maintenance. While the Traffic Committee and other administrations welcome engagement, they stress that the city must retain primary responsibility for park maintenance and safety. The City Executive Board suggests that the motion be addressed by referring to the statement, effectively rejecting the motion but acknowledging its viewpoints.

The Liberals proposed that the city investigate how to create more workplaces in Söderort, noting that many residents commute elsewhere for work, leading to congestion and a less vibrant area. The city responded that they are already addressing this, with a 2026 budget mandate to analyze the need for office spaces and strengthen workplace development in Söderort, including by locating municipal operations there.

Councillor Dennis Wedin (M) contends that new business creation has declined and the business climate in Stockholm has worsened. He proposes moving new business advisory services back to Stockholm Business Region from the Labour Market Committee and investigating a consolidated permit center for businesses. The City Executive Board disagrees that the business climate has deteriorated, highlighting the development of advisory services through the Entreprenör Stockholm initiative, which focuses on green transition, social entrepreneurship, and in-demand professions. They find this new model more targeted and fiscally responsible, recommending the motion be addressed by referring to existing business promotion efforts.