Farsta

The City Council will review the minutes from a meeting of theadevisory council for disability issues in Enskede-Årsta-Vantör, Farsta, and Skarpnäck. The council discussed the availability of escorts, noting general satisfaction while acknowledging some individuals feel their needs are not fully met, even as the municipality adheres to guidelines. They also plan a safety walk in Skarpnäck after the summer and will address accessibility at the Skarpnäck civic office at their next meeting.

The Farsta District Council is set to review a proposed zoning plan for Högdalstopparna in Högdalen and Hökarängen, aimed at preserving the area for sports and recreation while creating a community garden with 40-45 allotments. While the District Administration supports the plan, it raises concerns about pollution risks and costs for the allotments at the proposed site, suggesting Gubbängsfältet as a safer and more cost-effective alternative for more allotments.

The Farsta City District Administration has submitted its statement regarding a revised guideline for child safety in Stockholm City's municipal preschools. The guideline aims to strengthen and standardize child safety work in preschools, and Farsta suggests clarifications on how safety areas link to preschool routines. They also propose grouping evacuation, invacuation, and lockout into their own safety area for clarity.

The Farsta City District Committee is to respond to the City Executive Board regarding new, clearer guidelines for financial assistance. These updated guidelines, which include the Stockholm standard for higher child benefits and clearer rules for SL travel cards and home insurance, aim to be more tailored to Stockholm and strengthen child and gender equality perspectives. While generally positive, the administration proposes clarifications, particularly concerning case handling for individuals without residence permits and those moving between districts.

The Farsta District Administration proposes that the City Executive Board approve new guidelines for allocating special housing under the Social Services Act (SoL) and the Act concerning Support and Service for Persons with Certain Functional Impairments (LSS), including social psychiatric supported housing. The aim is to create a clearer, more legally sound, and equitable process for residents needing these accommodations, while also clarifying responsibilities between the Social Welfare Administration and the district administrations. The guidelines detail procedures for handling expressions of interest, prioritizing urgent needs, and the process for offering and responding to housing placements.

The Farsta District Council is to respond to a referral from the City Executive Board regarding a new national activity requirement for individuals receiving social assistance. This requirement, proposed to take effect July 1, 2026, would obligate municipalities to offer activities leading to employment and self-sufficiency. Farsta's administration supports the proposal that the Labor Market Committee be primarily responsible for these activities in Stockholm, aiming for a clearer and more uniform process.

The Farsta City District Administration is to respond to a consultation from the City Executive Board regarding an action plan for a gender-equal Stockholm by 2030. While the administration supports the plan's ambitions to ensure equal rights and opportunities for all residents regardless of gender, it highlights the need for more resources for boards and companies to implement the many new goals. It also calls for a specific goal within the action plan addressing the city's responsibility as an employer.

A motion by Sergej Salnikov (SD) proposes that the city investigate establishing more practice driving areas for motorcycles, as the current single location at Älvsjömässan is reportedly overcrowded. The Farsta City District Administration, tasked with commenting on the proposal, stated they have limited knowledge of the matter and no jurisdiction over the relevant areas.

The Farsta City District Committee is to approve a basis for Stockholm City's housing plan for people with disabilities under LSS and SoL for the years 2026–2036. The plan aims to better meet the need for special housing and reduce out-of-contract placements, with an estimated need for 323 new apartments in the eastern Söderort region by 2036, ensuring more residents receive the housing they need, preferably in their home municipality.

The Farsta District Council proposes approving the budget document for 2027, with a focus on 2028 and 2029, and submitting it to the City Executive Board. This document outlines the council's strategic priorities and needs for the coming years, particularly addressing population growth in Farsta, especially among the elderly, and socioeconomic challenges in areas like Hökarängen, Farsta strand, and Fagersjö. Climate investments are also proposed, including charging stations for electric cars, e-bikes for elderly care, and climate adaptation measures like stormwater management and awnings for care homes.

The Moderates in Farsta inquired with the district administration about ensuring associations receiving city support meet democratic conditions, citing examples like Ibn Rushd and Konsthall C. The administration proposes the committee approve their response, detailing how they review associations' statutes, annual reports, and activity reports. The administration believes the current democratic conditions are effective and sees no need for revision.

The Farsta District Council will address a letter from theigesdemokraterna (SD) regarding association grants to Konsthall C. SD questions these grants due to Konsthall C's support for the BDS campaign (boycott, divestment, and sanctions against Israel), arguing this violates the city's democratic conditions. The administration proposes the council approve their response, which asserts that Konsthall C does not breach the democratic conditions, as they have confirmed everyone is welcome regardless of cultural identity, belief, or nationality. Konsthall C receives association grants for initiatives including Hökarängens dag and a values-based public partnership (IOP) for art in preschools.

A citizen proposal was submitted to the Farsta District Council regarding Nazi propaganda and xenophobic messages, specifically graffiti and stickers, found in Farsta and at Martinskolan in Hökarängen. The proposal calls for immediate cleanup, police reports, enhanced cooperation, public information on reporting incidents, support for victims, and educational initiatives. The administration will respond by stating they already adhere to city guidelines for combating violent extremism through prompt removal of graffiti, collaboration with police and civil society, and the availability of support and training.

A citizen proposed that the Farsta District Council develop a plan to restore trees in Sköndal, as many have been lost to construction. However, the administration believes a specific plan for Sköndal is unnecessary since responsibility for trees is shared among several parties and replanting efforts are ongoing yearly according to city-wide tree goals. The Council will respond with the administration's statement.

A citizen proposed converting the football pitch at Rottnerosbacken into a dog park, arguing it was underutilized. However, the Farsta District Administration suggests rejecting the proposal because several residents have contacted them, stating the pitch is indeed used and they do not want a dog park there.

The Farsta District Council will consider two citizen proposals to create an ice rink in Tallkrogen. The proposals suggest converting a football field at Olympiaparken/Lekplatsen Olympiavägen 9 into a skating rink to improve access to ice skating for children and residents. The administration recommends referring the proposals to them for further preparation.

The Sports Committee is set to review a proposal to grant Farsta Tennis Club 1,064,000 SEK over eight years. This support aims to help the club adjust its finances after its annual lease fee for land in Gubbängen increased significantly from 500 SEK to 379,876 SEK, and is contingent on the club maintaining a primary focus on children and youth activities.

The Liberals proposed designating Fagersjöskogen as a nature reserve to protect its unique natural values, wildlife, and secure a vital green space for South Stockholm residents. The city responded that work to investigate the conditions for a nature reserve in Fagersjöskogen is already underway as part of previous budget decisions.

Jonas Naddebo (C) proposed that the City Executive Board assume coordinated responsibility for developing Fagersjöviken in Magelungen into an attractive area for water recreation, such as swimming, paddling, and fishing, citing its deterioration due to overgrowth and unclear responsibilities. The City Executive Board responded that the city is already working collaboratively to improve water quality, biodiversity, and recreational opportunities in Magelungen, with Fagersjöviken being prioritized within the "Focus Farsta" initiative.

The City of Stockholm plans to sell part of the Farsta 2:1 property to AB Borätt for the construction of 137 tenant-owner apartments in three high-rises along Lingvägen, bordering Farsta and Hökarängen. This project, named Samsö, also allows for the expansion of Kvickentorpsskolan and a new preschool, along with a new street and improved pedestrian and bicycle path. The Sweden Democrats formally object to the decision, proposing instead that the area be used for a football field.