Enskede-Årsta-Vantör

Dennis Wedin (M) has interpellated Traffic Commissioner Lars Strömgren (MP) regarding resuming the investigation into decking over Nynäsvägen, which runs through Gamla Enskede and Johanneshov, citing noise and pollution. Wedin questioned why an earlier investigation was halted without a full cost analysis. Strömgren responded that detailed calculations for several scenarios showed a deck-over to be unfinanceable, leading to the work's termination, and stated that the city's investments in walking, cycling, and public transport aim to reduce car traffic and improve the environment along Nynäsvägen.

Hanna Wistrand (L) has proposed that Stockholm investigate building a multi-track for skiing, cycling, and parasports, potentially at Högdalstopparna or Sjöängens BP. This track should be universally accessible, lit, traffic-safe, near public transport, and allow for artificial snow. The City views the proposal positively and is already discussing such a track with the Stockholm Ski Association, though land availability and precise dimensioning for various user groups are challenges requiring further investigation.

Jonas Naddebo (C) has proposed transforming Johanneshovsvägen into a green boulevard with reduced speed and fewer lanes, creating space for around 1045 new homes, more pedestrian and cycle paths, and greenery, while also suggesting a new public square at Lindes tram stop. However, the City Executive Board recommends rejecting the motion, stating that similar initiatives are already underway within the Årstastråket project, making new assignments for the committees unnecessary.

Two Sweden Democrats politicians propose halting the construction of a disability housing complex in Lammholmen, citing unsuitable ground conditions, potential damage to old-growth forest, and highway noise impacting future residents and neighbors. However, the City Executive Board and several committees recommend rejecting the proposal, emphasizing the urgent need for more disability housing to address the city's significant deficit and stating that site suitability will be assessed during the detailed planning process.

Councillor Dennis Wedin (M) proposed that Stockholm Globe Arena Properties AB install new security solutions in the arenas, in collaboration with football clubs Hammarby IF and Djurgårdens IF, to prevent disturbances and match interruptions before the 2025 season, following such incidents in 2024. The City Executive Board suggests responding to the motion, noting ongoing work for increased safety, including dialogue with the clubs and investigating new technical solutions, though these are not expected by spring 2025. Some politicians, including Wedin, entered reservations, wanting the motion approved.

The City Council is poised to designate Hemskogen in Enskede-Årsta-Vantör as a 16.6-hectare biotope protection area to safeguard its old trees and biodiversity, crucial for recreation and the city's ecosystem. The Liberals and Centre Party have registered reservations, arguing the process was rushed and such extensive protection could significantly impact future urban development and living environments.

The City Executive Board proposes that the City Council approve a revised plan for the Årstafältet project in Årsta. Due to the recession and high construction costs, the pace of housing construction will decrease from 600 to 450 units per year, meaning the project is now estimated to be completed around 2045 instead of earlier. Priority is given to phase 5 Södra, including a new subway station and an earlier completion of the park, to enhance attractiveness.

The City of Stockholm annually awards the Quality Prize to acknowledge and reward successful quality work within its operations. The Svedmyra Group Home unit, part of the Department for Functional Impairments, Social Psychiatry, and Elderly Care within the Enskede-Årsta-Vantör City District Administration, will participate in the Quality Prize 2026. The administration proposes that the City District Committee note this information.

The City Executive Board has referred a motion by Annika Elmlund (M) and Sophia Granswed Baat (M) proposing to make Stockholm a more enjoyable city with increased culture, nightlife, and social interaction. The motion suggests measures such as lowering fees for cultural actors, lifting certain alcohol bans, and enabling more outdoor seating areas. While the Enskede-Årsta-Vantör District Administration shares the ambition for a vibrant city life, it assesses that several proposals could pose risks to local safety and the environment, for instance, through increased strain on public spaces and disturbances from noise and alcohol.

The Enskede-Årsta-Vantör District Council is set to review an application for an alcohol serving license for Lilla Odesa restaurant at Hjälmarsvägen 30 in Årsta. The restaurant, offering pizza and Ukrainian delicacies, seeks permission to serve spirits, wine, beer, and other fermented alcoholic beverages daily from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM, both indoors and on its outdoor patio. The district administration recommends approving the application, finding that Årsta square is a well-integrated area where another restaurant would complement existing offerings without negative impact.

The Enskede-Årsta-Vantör District Council is set to review an application from Stockholm Live Catering AB to extend their alcohol serving permit for the restaurants at Avicii Arena, Annexet, and Hovet. The administration proposes approval, allowing alcohol service until 3:00 AM, Monday through Sunday, during events. This approval is contingent on having at least two security guards on duty from 10:00 PM on Fridays and Saturdays.

The Enskede-Årsta-Vantör district administration proposes that the district committee rejects an application for a serving permit for Afrikan Vibes, Snösätragränd 10 in Bandhagen. The application concerns serving spirits, wine, beer, and other fermented alcoholic beverages on an outdoor patio between 11:00 AM and 11:00 PM, from April to October. The administration believes that the permit could lead to negative social, order-related, and environmental consequences in the area, which is located near Rågsved nature reserve and where there are activities for children and youth.

The Enskede-Årsta-Vantör district administration will report to the Health and Social Care Inspectorate (IVO) on its work preventing and managing risks and shortcomings in social services, particularly elderly care, under Lex Sarah. This is in response to IVO's request for information as part of a national review aimed at increasing safety for the elderly. The administration confirms it has established routines, actively conducts internal controls, and trains staff, noting 60 Lex Sarah reports between 2023 and 2025, with 25 concerning elderly care.

The Enskede-Årsta-Vantör district administration proposes appointing Marcus Nilsson as the Medically Responsible for Rehabilitation (MAR) starting May 1, 2026. This appointment is in response to a new legal requirement effective July 1, 2026, mandating that every municipality have an MAR to ensure quality and patient safety in municipal rehabilitation services.

The Social Services Department and the Enskede-Årsta-Vantör District Administration propose planning a new group home with six apartments for individuals with disabilities in the Blixtlåset 1 property, Enskede-Årsta-Vantör. This facility, expected to be completed by 2030 with an estimated annual rent of approximately SEK 1.3 million, addresses the city's significant shortage of housing for this group.

The Enskede-Årsta-Vantör District Council will address a letter from Peter Backlund (L) and Urban Rybrink (L) expressing concern about the recruitment of children and youth into far-right activist clubs in southern Stockholm. The district administration outlines its ongoing work against violent extremism, which is integrated into crime prevention efforts and involves collaboration with schools, social services, police, and recreation (SSPF), alongside guidelines to prevent extremism and bar extremist groups from using municipal premises. The administration proposes that the council approve their official statement in response to the letter.

The Left Party, Social Democrats, and Green Party questioned the Enskede-Årsta-Vantör district administration regarding a web-based training for managers on Environmental Program 2030, noting that only 44 percent had completed it. The administration responded that the one-hour training summarizes the program, and they have promoted it through reminders and will integrate it into new manager onboarding, aiming for all managers to be knowledgeable about the program through various means.

The Enskede-Årsta-Vantör District Council will address a Center Party letter concerning the impact of so-called "competence deportations" on the district's staffing needs. The Center Party questions how the administration can ensure staffing when employees, particularly in elder care and preschools, face deportation risks. The District Administration replies that they are implementing a three-year strategy to attract and retain staff and view competence provision as a significant challenge, but currently find it difficult to assess the effects of potential competence deportations.

A citizen proposed building a boules court and adding park furniture in Margaretaparken. The district administration views the proposal positively, believing it would diversify spontaneous sports areas, and finds a gravel boules area feasible, though a court with a border would not suit the park. The board is now deciding whether to approve the administration's response to the citizen proposal.

A citizen proposal suggests converting the sunbathing jetties at Årstaviken into swimming jetties with benches and sunbathing areas, also questioning why swimming in Årstaviken wouldn't be suitable. However, the Enskede-Årsta-Vantör district administration advises against this, as Årstaviken is part of the Stockholmleden waterway used by larger boats, making swimming there, especially on the southern side, inappropriate.