Farsta

Farsta District Administration proposes that the District Council submit the administration's statement to the City Executive Board as a response to the referral regarding a revised cultural strategy program for the City of Stockholm. The new program is intended to provide clear direction for the city's future cultural initiatives and specifies, among other things, that district councils are responsible for integrating culture into district development, creating a vibrant local cultural life, and ensuring equitable access to culture for all residents. However, the administration notes that activities within social psychiatry and disability are not mentioned as important target groups in the program.

The Farsta District Council is to submit its statement to the City Auditors regarding the 2025 annual report. The City Auditors found that the council largely conducted its operations effectively and economically satisfactorily, but that its internal governance and control are only partially adequate. Among other things, the council needs to improve follow-up in elderly care, children's safety in preschools, and payment card handling.

Farsta City District Administration proposes that the City District Committee approves the report on the 2025 user surveys concerning disability and social psychiatry. The surveys, covering services like daily activities and various residential supports under LSS and employment services under SoL, generally indicate that users are satisfied with the support they receive. The administration has analyzed the results at the unit level, and identified areas for development will be incorporated into the 2026 operational plans.

A citizen proposal has been submitted to the Farsta City District Administration to organize a "Farsta Culture Camp" in collaboration with local cultural actors. The proposal, inspired by Farsta Sports Camp, aims to offer children various cultural activities in art, dance, music, and theater. The Farsta City District Committee will address the proposal and refer it to the administration for further preparation.

The Farsta District Administration proposes approving new delegation decisions in preparation for a new law on activity requirements for social assistance, effective July 1, 2026. This law will require individuals receiving financial aid for at least three months to participate in activities to improve their chances of employment or studies. The administration suggests that social workers should be empowered to mandate activity participation and to deny or reduce social assistance if participation is withheld.

Liberal party members propose protecting Fagersjöskogen as a nature reserve to preserve its ecological value and biodiversity, while securing it as a green space for Söderort residents. The City Executive Board suggests responding that the city is already investigating the conditions for a nature reserve in Fagersjöskogen, and is developing a vision for urban development in Fagersjö and Rågsveds Allé.

The Stockholm Social Welfare Committee approved a report by social service inspectors on aftercare for 13–17 year olds previously placed in out-of-home care. The report identified several shortcomings, including late aftercare planning, poor coordination with regional healthcare (BUP and habilitation), and insufficient support for guardians and child participation. Despite criticism from the Liberal, Moderate, and Centre parties regarding the long-standing nature of these issues, the committee approved the report and forwarded it to the relevant district councils.

The Culture Committee approved the preliminary decision to renovate and develop Kulturhuset Fanfaren in Farsta. The aim is to modernize the premises and create a more integrated cultural center with a library and cultural school to meet a growing population, increase accessibility, and contribute to a safer and more vibrant Farsta center. The administration was tasked with preparing the groundwork for a future implementation decision.

Hanna Wistrand (L) proposed an investigation into developing Högdalstopparna into an attractive outdoor recreation area with improved accessibility, including expanded public transport. The City Executive Office and relevant committees responded that similar work is already underway, including a detailed development plan for the area, and that public transport is primarily a regional matter. They therefore recommend responding to the motion by referring to this ongoing work.

Liberals propose investigating Fagersjöskogen in Söderort to become a nature reserve, citing its ecological value, biodiversity, and recreational benefits. However, the City Executive Board suggests rejecting the motion, as there is already an ongoing budget assignment to explore the prerequisites for a nature reserve in Fagersjöskogen.

Jonas Naddebo (Centre Party) proposed that the City Executive Board take coordinated responsibility for developing Fagersjöviken in Magelungen into an attractive area for water recreation, citing overgrowth and unclear responsibilities. However, the City Executive Board suggests rejecting the motion, stating the city already conducts extensive, coordinated work to improve water quality and recreational opportunities in Magelungen, with Fagersjöviken prioritized within the Fokus Farsta initiative.

The City Executive Board proposes that the City Council establish Gökdalen in Farsta as a biotope protection area. The purpose is to long-term preserve the natural values and biodiversity in the approximately 12.3-hectare forest area, which contains old trees and is an important habitat for bats and forest birds, among others. The proposal has been revised after consultation, and a dialogue has taken place with Ellevio AB regarding existing power lines.

The Farsta City District Administration proposes that the City District Committee note the notification of Farsta's participation in the Quality Award 2026. This award aims to recognize and reward operations within the City of Stockholm that work to improve quality and service for residents. This year, the Farsta City District Committee is competing with an entry from the Disability Unit.

The Moderates, Liberals, and Centre Party have requested clarification from the Farsta District Council on how social services interpret and apply the new confidentiality legislation, effective December 1, 2025, specifically concerning its impact on information sharing and collaboration with schools and the police. Farsta District Administration proposes responding with an official statement acknowledging that the new law facilitates greater information sharing, especially for crime prevention, while still requiring individual assessments and considering the ethical challenges of sharing data without consent. The administration welcomes the city's ongoing work to update guidelines and the confidentiality handbook.

Silent Event Sweden has proposed donating Silent Disco equipment, valued at 17,950 SEK (excluding VAT), to the Farsta City District Administration. The donation includes 25 headphones, three transmitters, and one charger, intended for use in the administration's outreach activities. The Farsta City District Council will consider approving the receipt of this gift.

The City Executive Board decided to establish the Gökdalen biotope protection area in Farsta to preserve and develop its natural values and biodiversity, especially for protected and endangered species in the older tree environments. Despite reservations from the Liberal and Centre Parties, the proposal was approved, prohibiting activities that could harm the natural environment within the area.

Liberal Party members propose protecting the 100-hectare Fagersjöskogen forest, located between Farsta and Hökarängen, as a nature reserve to preserve its ecological value, protect wildlife, and provide a green space for South Stockholm residents. The City Executive Board suggests responding to the motion by stating that the city already has a budget assignment to investigate the conditions for establishing a nature reserve in Fagersjöskogen, meaning the work is already underway.

The Farsta District Council discussed the March 2026 financial report and the 2027-2029 budget. Members from the Moderate, Centre, and Liberal parties raised concerns about budget deficits in child and youth care and elderly care, the impact of legislative changes on placement costs, Farsta's specific needs in elderly care, preschool facility planning, and the need for budget increases. The administration responded by stating they continuously monitor cost development, prioritize budget reinforcement in elderly care, and allocate resources for local needs within "Fokus Farsta."

The Farsta City District Committee decided on April 23, 2026, to discontinue a paternity investigation in accordance with Chapter 2, Section 7 of the Parental Code. This matter was handled behind closed doors due to confidentiality.

The Farsta District Council addressed a case concerning the transfer of custody for a child to a specially appointed guardian, as per Chapter 6, Section 8 of the Parental Code. Due to confidentiality, the details of the case were removed from the public document. The decision was made on April 23, 2026.