Järva

The Järva City District Administration proposes closing the English-profile department at Barnkullen preschool in Akalla by autumn 2026 due to decreased demand. Most children with English as a mother tongue now transition to Swedish-speaking schools, and the administration believes children's language development, including mother-tongue support, can be ensured within standard preschool operations.

This item concerns how associations that have received municipal grants for 2025 shall report back on how the money has been used. This is important to ensure that funds are utilized correctly and contribute to the well-being of residents.

The Järva City District Committee is proposed to approve plans for a new group home in the Hedvig block in Spånga. This residence will provide six apartments for individuals with disabilities requiring support under the LSS Act, with an estimated annual rent of approximately 1.4 million SEK, and is slated for completion in 2028.

The Järva District Council is to provide an opinion on the City Audit Office's 2025 annual report. The audit found that the council's finances are generally well managed, but that its operations are partly ineffective, particularly within social services and safety issues, and that internal controls are somewhat deficient. The council must respond to the audit by June 26, 2026, detailing planned actions based on the recommendations.

The Järva City District Council is set to review its first trimester report for 2026, covering the financial forecast and goal achievement for the first four months. The administration proposes approving the report for submission to the City Executive Board and auditors, while also recommending the council report changes in total appropriations of SEK 144.7 million, phase out the Bromstensgården cost center, and restructure preschool cost centers into seven units. The council expects to meet the City Council's three strategic goals and maintain a balanced budget, though continued efforts are needed for certain targets, such as satisfaction with leisure and cultural activities and safety.

The Social Welfare Committee has approved plans for a new group home in the Hedvig block in Spånga, Järva, for individuals with disabilities under the LSS Act. This will create six new housing placements by 2028 to address the city's significant shortage of such housing, with an estimated annual rent of approximately 1.4 million SEK.

The Social Services Committee's Organization and Associations Subcommittee granted Stiftelsen Tensta Konsthall a temporary grant of SEK 248,000 for July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027. These funds are designated for "Accessible art with Studio funk," a program providing inclusive art experiences for children and young people with disabilities aged 10-21, and adults with disabilities, especially those in the Järva area attending special schools, day activities, or residing in LSS homes.

The Social Services Committee's Organization and Association Subcommittee granted Fryshuset Foundation an extended, temporary grant of SEK 150,000 for their "Meeting Place in Husby" program. This grant covers the period from July 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026. The program targets mothers and children in the Järva area, aiming to strengthen parenting and child development, and to increase self-sufficiency for mothers who may have limited opportunities in society.

The Board of Svenska Bostäder has decided to authorize the CEO to sign the award decision and contract for a construction procurement of facade and balcony work in Tensta. This procurement, conducted under the Public Procurement Act, has an estimated value exceeding 50 million Swedish Kronor.

Svenska Bostäder's board approved the company's first quarterly report for 2026 and a financial monthly report for April 2026. The report showed that the projected profit after financial items for the year was expected to be higher than budgeted, SEK 184 million compared to SEK 140 million. Among other things, the company has freed up 53 apartments due to improper rental conditions and plans to complete 92 new apartments during the year, with occupancy in 92 apartments in Rinkeby estimated to start earlier than planned.

The City Executive Board decided to propose to the City Council that they approve the construction of a temporary sports hall at Dalhagen sports field in Husby. This hall, estimated to cost over 50 million SEK, will serve as an evacuation solution for school and club sports while Husby sports hall is demolished to make way for the new Husbybadet, and is planned for completion in the second quarter of 2027. The Real Estate Committee was authorized to carry out the project, and the Sports Committee was allowed to sign an addendum to the lease agreement with the Real Estate Committee for the incurred costs.

The Stockholm Business Region board decided to co-finance the pilot project European Startup and Scaleup Hubs (ESSH) with 2 million SEK in 2026, pending EU funding approval. ESSH aims to strengthen collaboration between European innovation hubs to help deep-tech startups and scale-ups grow, with Sweden's hub comprising KTH Ventures/KTH Innovation, Sting, and Kista Science City. The decision included a special statement from Isabel Smedberg-Palmqvist (L), who emphasized the importance of ensuring the initiative also reaches entrepreneurs in the outer city districts and underrepresented groups.

The Board of AB Familjebostäder approved the outcome report for the the first four months of 2026, showing a net profit of SEK 51 million, SEK 3 million lower than the previous year due to increased depreciation and interest costs. Despite this, the full-year forecast of SEK 137 million is expected to meet the profit target. A reservation was made by the Moderate Party, Liberals, Centre Party, and Christian Democrats, who would have preferred an alternative budget motion to focus more on security, cost control, and long-term sustainable management, especially considering the acquisition of AB Hjulstahem.

The City Executive Board's Economy and Security Committee approved a consultation notification regarding a preliminary decision for a temporary hall at Dalhagen's BP, which is part of Akalla 4:1. This means the consultation process, a step before a formal decision, is now complete. The matter was based on an official statement from the City Executive Office.

The City Executive Board decided to respond to Svenska kraftnät's referral regarding a temporary grid concession for the existing 220 kV double power line between Hagby and Järva. The city emphasized the line's importance for Stockholm's electricity supply until a new grid structure is in place, and welcomed the extended concession. The Board also noted the importance of widening concession areas along the E4 and allowing for the relocation of power line poles, partly due to the planned national football center in Kista.

The City Executive Board addressed a letter from Christofer Fjellner (M) concerning issues in Kista, where the Moderates highlighted a decline in the area, marked by businesses and organizations leaving, and decreased safety and attractiveness. The Board's majority decided to respond by referencing an ongoing memo outlining the city's efforts to transform Kista into a mixed-use area with more housing, improved safety, and enhanced business opportunities. The Moderates dissented, proposing instead a "Kista Commission" to holistically address the area's development.

The Real Estate Committee approved a status report for the construction of the new Akalla Sports Hall in the Järva area. While welcoming the hall, the Moderates and Liberals expressed concern over a six-month delay, pushing completion from Q1 2027 to December 2027 due to a contractor change. They demanded clearer follow-up on the timeline, cost risks, and flexibility for additional sports, emphasizing good accessibility and social functions like cafés to create a safe and vibrant meeting place.

The Real Estate Committee approved the Real Estate Department's statement responding to a letter about the renovation of Eggeby stable. The Liberals, through Hansi Karppinen, thanked them for the answer but stressed the importance of ensuring the stable's continued operation and exploring all possibilities for long-term sustainable management, even independently of any expansion plans, given the stable's significance as a meeting place in Järva.

The Labor Market Committee approved a report on the "District Sisters" pilot project, which aimed to empower young women with immigrant backgrounds and improve their chances for employment or studies. The project, which ran from 2024–2025 in Järva and Skärholmen with six employed District Sisters, showed positive results regarding the sisters' personal development and ability to reach the target group. The committee noted the report, taking no new action but identifying areas for improvement should the project be implemented again.

The City Council is set to decide on the direction for the New Husbybadet project. The current Husbybadet will be demolished due to construction defects and replaced with a new, modern facility on the Bislet 1 property, next to the existing bath. The new complex, featuring a 25-meter pool, two teaching pools, and an adventure bath, is expected to be completed in the second quarter of 2031, with the existing bath remaining operational for most of the construction period.