Järva

The City Executive Board proposes forming a new municipal company, Kista Utveckling AB, to lead efforts in making Kista more attractive by coordinating urban development, business collaboration, and place-making. This company would acquire land and properties to foster a vibrant Kista with more homes, parks, meeting places, and to attract new businesses and investments. Kista Utveckling AB is projected to have a budget of -10 million SEK for 2026, with an initial capital injection of 100 million SEK from Stockholms Stadshus AB.

The City Council is set to decide on renovating and adapting the former Kämpingeskolan in Tensta into a new administrative office for the Järva city district administration, aiming to consolidate approximately 640 employees by late 2028. However, critics from the Moderates and Liberals argue this is an expensive and ill-conceived plan that risks displacing resources, proposing instead to sell the property or utilize existing premises.

The Social Services Department and the Järva City District Administration propose planning for a new group home with six apartments in theår Mariehamn 1 block in Järva, expected to be ready by 2030. This LSS-supported housing for people with disabilities will have an estimated annual rent of SEK 1.3 million and aims to address the city's housing shortage.

Sophia Granswed Baat (M) proposes that the Preschool Committee's decision of March 3, 2026, regarding Yxan preschool should not be implemented or should be revoked, allowing the preschool to continue operations. The administration reports that the committee's decision has been appealed and the Administrative Court has granted an injunction, meaning the preschool can continue until a final court decision. The committee cannot alter its decision while the case is with the Administrative Court, but the administration suggests the committee approve the official statement as a response to the initiative.

This report covers new matters received between April 16th and 22nd, 2026, including an update on Stockholm Vatten och Avfall's major projects, a proposal from the National Agency for Education regarding national tests in adult education, and a consultation invitation for a power line between Hagby and Järva. Other items for consideration include temporary serving hours during the 2026 World Cup, a new administrative office for Järva city district, new swimming and sports facilities in Västertorp and a renovation of Kampementsbadet, a temporary sports hall at Dalhagens BP, a revised cultural strategy program, and guidance for the city's particularly valuable buildings and areas.

The City Council is expected to decide that the Real Estate Committee may carry out an extensive renovation of the former Kämpingeskolan in Tensta, to create a new administrative office for the Järva city district administration. This office will consolidate approximately 640 employees, with the project slated for completion by the end of 2028. The proposal is anticipated to reduce the city district committee's rental costs compared to their current divided premises, and the refurbishment of an existing property is considered both ecologically and economically sustainable.

The City Council is set to make a directional decision to build a new Husbybadet on the Bislet 1 property, as the current bath has extensive structural defects. The new facility will feature a 25-meter pool with eight lanes, two teaching pools, an adventure bath, a gym, and group training rooms. Construction is planned to start in early 2028 and be completed by the second quarter of 2031, with the old bath remaining open during construction; the total budget for this project is estimated to exceed 300 million SEK.

The City Council is set to vote on a revised plan for Project Hekla in Kista, which includes new office buildings, a residential building, new streets, and an upgrade to Grönlandsparken. The Exploitation Committee proposes increasing the park's renovation budget by approximately SEK 10 million to make it a more attractive, accessible, and safe meeting place with improved lighting and new pathways, while the Liberals express concern over the increased costs and demand better financial control.

The City Executive Board proposes that the City Council approve the construction of a themed playground in southern Spångadalen, between Tensta, Rinkeby, and Bromsten, at an estimated cost of 84.7 million SEK, to be completed by 2028. The matter was previously sent back by the opposition due to concerns over high costs and a tight timeline, but the City Management Office deems the cost reasonable given the project's purpose and ambition.

The City Executive Board proposes forming Kista Utveckling AB under Stockholms Stadshus AB to coordinate urban development, business collaboration, and place-making in Kista. This aims to boost the area's appeal by transforming it from an office district into a vibrant mixed-use city with more housing, parks, and meeting places, while also attracting new businesses and investments, especially in AI, defense, and green tech.

The Board of Stockholm Vatten AB is recommended to revise decisions for two Bromsten projects aimed at reducing flood risks. Investigations have shown that the planned measures, a balancing reservoir and two water ponds, would have little or no effect on water levels in Bällstaån. Therefore, the projects are proposed for cancellation, meaning 22.2 million SEK for the reservoir and 16.9 million SEK for the ponds, already spent on planning and investigations, will be expensed.

The Group Board proposes forming a new municipal company, Kista Utveckling AB, to manage and coordinate urban development, business collaboration, and place development in Kista. The company will receive a 2026 budget of 10 million SEK and an unconditional shareholder contribution of 100 million SEK. This new company is intended to reverse Kista's negative trend, characterized by high commercial vacancy rates and insecurity affecting both residents and investments.

Jonas Naddebo (C) proposed developing Kista into a Nordic total defense center, citing high vacancy rates and businesses leaving due to insecurity, and suggesting the city collaborate with the government to attract defense-related operations given existing actors like FOI and Siun. However, the Municipal Board suggests rejecting the motion, asserting the city's ongoing work to transform Kista into an attractive, mixed-use area already addresses its intentions.

The Board of Skolfastigheter i Stockholm AB (SISAB) proposes approving a major renovation and rebuild of Solbacken preschool at Norgegatan 4 in Järva. This project, estimated at SEK 17.7 million and planned for summer and autumn 2026, aims to address moisture damage, ensure a healthy indoor environment, and adapt the premises to the preschool's needs, requiring the preschool to be evacuated during the work.

The Järva City District Committee is set to address a notification regarding delegated decisions. This will include information on the procurement of emergency housing for homeless individuals through non-profit organizations, as well as the acquisition of security-enhancing technology for elderly care and group homes. Responses to referrals concerning a food truck at Kistagången 14 and excavation work at Gungbrinken 12-16 will also be provided.

A citizen proposal has been submitted to create a nature and culture trail on existing footpaths around Spånga Church, complete with reference and information signs. The Järva City District Administration proposes that the committee instruct the administration to prepare the proposal, taking into account children's, disability, and gender equality perspectives.

The Järva City District Administration has commented on Region Stockholm's proposed SL and WÅAB traffic changes for 2026/2027. While positive about increased service, the administration stresses the need for better bus connections from southern Järva to Barkarby, specifically to the shopping area and the new public transport hub at Barkarby station. They propose an urgent investigation into a bus route connecting Spånga-Rinkeby-Tensta/Hjulsta-Barkarby Station-Barkarby Shopping Centre.

The Järva District Council will review a proposed new program for events in Stockholm, aiming to strengthen the City's position as an event hub and guide coordinated efforts across boards and companies. While the administration supports the program, it suggests clarifications to bolster sustainability and rights perspectives, particularly by prioritizing events for underrepresented groups such as people with disabilities, children, the elderly, and residents of socio-economically vulnerable areas.

The City Executive Board has circulated a proposed action plan for a gender-equal Stockholm by 2030 for consultation, including to the Järva District Council. This plan aims to ensure Stockholmers have equal rights and opportunities regardless of sex. While Järva's district administration is positive towards the plan, it suggests additions to clarify the city's priorities in gender equality work and more explicitly include the living conditions of non-binary individuals.

A citizen's proposal suggests enlarging the notice boards in Järva to 1.5 sq m and adding roofs to protect posters from rain, helping local associations inform about events. The Järva City District Administration recommends rejecting the proposal as the Traffic Administration Office is responsible for city-wide notice board design, but will relay the feedback to them.