Enskede-Årsta-Vantör

The Enskede-Årsta-Vantör City District Council will consider a proposal to authorize specific officials to request police assistance for enforcing decisions on protected housing for children, in accordance with the new law effective April 2024. This decision will supersede previous authorizations, granting this power to newly designated officials for 2026.

The Enskede-Årsta-Vantör District Council will consider updating its delegation of authority for 2026, which allows it to transfer decision-making power in certain matters to various officials for more efficient administration. These updates are necessary due to recent legal changes concerning financial assistance and the handling of agreements for placing children and young people under the Social Services Act and the Act with Special Provisions on the Care of Young People.

The Enskede-Årsta-Vantör District Council will address a letter from Peter Backlund (L) concerning the health status of children in care. The letter inquires about the district administration's follow-up on these children's health, dental care, and vaccinations. The administration reports having structured individual-level processes and plans to recruit a health coordinator to strengthen systematic group-level follow-up and gain a better overview of health development over time.

Emelie Wassermann (SD) has raised concerns that the reorganisation of preschools in Enskede-Årsta-Vantör has left principals with too many employees, potentially impacting leadership and quality. The district administration acknowledges the high number of employees per assistant principal and states that measures are underway, including recruiting more assistant principals and reviewing preschool areas, to ensure present leadership. While they believe the new organisation generally offers good support, adjustments to the management structure are ongoing.

Emelie Wassermann (SD) submitted an inquiry regarding how the Enskede-Årsta-Vantör district administration handles severance pay for employees suspected of inappropriate or criminal behavior. The administration responded that they make careful assessments before offering severance and that their current disciplinary processes are fit for purpose, proposing that the district council approve their statement as a reply.

The Municipal Executive Board's Economy and Security Committee approved a consultation report regarding the strategic decision for the "Önskehemsplan" project in Högdalen center. This means the consultation phase is complete, and the committee has reviewed the information in preparation for the upcoming strategic decision on urban development in the area.

The Sports Committee addressed a motion to "save Stockholm hockey," concerning the situation of elite ice hockey teams Djurgårdens IF and AIK Hockey. The committee approved the administration's statement in response to the referral and forwarded it to the City Executive Board. The opposition (C, M, L) reserved against the decision, wishing to support the motion, while the Sweden Democrats issued a special statement criticizing the slow process and lack of concrete solutions for the sports arena situation.

The Property Committee of Stockholm approved a status report on June 16, 2026, for the new swimming and sports hall project at Årstafältet. This means the construction of the new facility, located at Östberga 1:6 and part of Årsta 1:1, will continue as planned.

The City Council approved an amendment to the land development agreement for Årstafältet. This amendment transfers a previous agreement from Granitor Property Development AB to a new company, MPD Virtuosen Grund 3 AB, allowing for continued construction of homes and offices, along with a waste disposal system and parking garage in the area.

The Moderates are questioning the future of Hovet and a planned ice hockey project in Tallkrogen, criticizing the failed land allocation in Tallkrogen for Djurgården Hockey which creates uncertainty for the club. Urban Development and Sports Commissioner Jan Valeskog (S) responded that the red-green majority intends to re-investigate the future of Hovet and the Globe area as an event cluster, but maintains that the Tallkrogen site remains suitable for sports.

Emelie Wassermann (SD) questioned Urban Development and Sports Commissioner Jan Valeskog (S) regarding Svedmyrabadet's closure since autumn 2024, citing a lack of renovation plans or alternative swimming despite earlier promises. She pressed for a decision timeline for Svedmyrabadet, a plan for replacement facilities given Sandsborgsbadet's impending renovation, and why alternatives are currently missing. Valeskog confirmed Svedmyrabadet closed in autumn 2024, with a future assessment due in the first half of 2026, and acknowledged Sandsborgsbadet is currently serving as a replacement but also requires extensive renovation. The Real Estate Committee has initiated a takeover of Sandsborgsbadet, and evacuation plans will be investigated considering other existing and new pools.

Dennis Wedin (M) has questioned traffic commissioner Lars Strömgren (MP) regarding the reinstatement of an investigation into covering Nynäsvägen, arguing that the previous study was halted prematurely despite the road's significant noise and pollution for residents. Strömgren responded that comprehensive financial analyses between 2020-2025 deemed a cover economically unfeasible, adding that the city aims to reduce car traffic through investments in walking, cycling, and public transport to improve the environment along the road.

Hanna Wistrand (L) proposed an investigation into developing Högdalstopparna into an attractive outdoor recreation area with improved accessibility, including a multi-use track, and to explore public transport options to the site. The City Executive Board suggests responding to the motion by noting that several committees and administrations are already developing Högdalstopparna, partly through a detailed plan, and that public transport is primarily a regional matter.

Jonas Naddebo (C) proposed the City Executive Board take lead responsibility for developing Fagersjöviken in Magelungen for water recreation, citing its deterioration due to overgrowth and a need for clearer governance. The City of Stockholm responded that extensive, coordinated efforts are already underway to improve Magelungen's water quality and recreational opportunities, including a local action program. The Board recommended dismissing the motion given ongoing work, though the Centre Party and Liberals dissented, arguing for more specific measures for Fagersjöviken.

In a motion, Jonas Naddebo (C) proposes transforming Johanneshovsvägen into a green boulevard by narrowing it from four to two lanes to make way for new housing (approx. 1045 units), cycling paths, pedestrian areas, and green spaces, including a new square at Lindes tram station. The City Executive Board suggests responding to the motion by referencing ongoing work on the Årsta thoroughfare, which already aligns with several of these proposals, thus negating the need for further directives to the committees.

Councillor Dennis Wedin (M) proposed that Stockholm Globe Arena Properties AB install new security solutions, in collaboration with Hammarby IF and Djurgårdens IF, to prevent disturbances and interrupted matches for the 2025 football season, following several incidents in 2024. The City Executive Board suggests rejecting the motion, arguing that work for safer football is ongoing and sustainable changes require a cultural shift, not just technical solutions. However, the Moderates, Liberals, and Centre Party filed reservations, wanting the motion approved for the city to do more to counter disturbances and preserve a vibrant fan culture.

The Enskede-Årsta-Vantör District Council noted several informational reports from 2025, including health protection supervision in care homes, efforts against incorrect payments and benefit fraud, the annual report from personal representatives, and follow-ups on Lex Sarah reports and the social services report. Protocols from the social delegation and the pensioner's council were also acknowledged.

The Enskede-Årsta-Vantör City District Board decided to file the final report for its idea-driven public partnership (IOP) with the Convictus association. This collaboration, running from July 2023 to June 2026, aimed to reach socially vulnerable individuals at the Convictus Högdalen meeting point. The administration concluded that the partnership successfully improved access to support for vulnerable groups and countered homelessness in the district.

The Enskede-Årsta-Vantör District Council decided to file the information regarding the 2026 Preschool Survey. The survey, with a 73% guardian response rate, showed satisfaction with municipal preschools was similar to previous years, with minor changes in "Development and Learning" and "Norms and Values." The administration also noted that information on children's development and learning needs to be prioritized due to decreased satisfaction in that area.

The Enskede-Årsta-Vantör district council approved the administration's statement in response to the "Preschool in Stockholm 2025" referral, which details preschool quality and highlights the need to strengthen staff competence, language development, and assessment for children needing special support. The Sweden Democrats welcomed the report but emphasized using declining child numbers to reduce group sizes and enhance quality.