Järva

Ole-Jörgen Persson (M) has highlighted that the Islamist group Hizb-ut-Tahrir is spreading its message on the city's notice boards in Järva, which he believes violates democratic values, proposing a ban and stricter rules for such organizations. The Järva District Administration agrees it's problematic but finds a ban impractical to implement and resource-intensive for follow-up. They suggest clarifying information on the city's website about the notice boards, stating that offensive, anti-democratic, or violent messages are not permitted, and providing a contact point for residents who spot such content.

Åsa Nilsson Söderström (L) inquired with the Järva District Council about the progress of children in care towards gymnasium eligibility and the interventions in place. The administration reports an increase in eligible children in foster homes, nearing the target, but notes lower results for children in institutional care. They state that initiatives like school coordinators and SkolFam have had a positive impact, yet challenges remain to ensure all children succeed in school.

The Järva District Council has presented its 2025 financial statement and operations report, showing it met almost all goals and achieved a surplus of 23.3 million SEK due to lower social welfare costs and increased grants for new arrivals. However, the objective of increased safety through preventative measures was not achieved. The Council requests reallocating 6.3 million SEK to exercise tracks in Tensta-Rinkebydalen to improve safety and 0.3 million SEK to community gardens for biodiversity.

The application for a grant for open meeting places for seniors in the district for the year 2026 has been withdrawn and will not be processed.

Svenska Bostäder reports on the status of new housing construction. During 2025, construction began on 92 apartments in Rinkeby, but none were completed. For 2026, construction is planned to start on 122 apartments in Lilla Essingen, and the municipality is also investigating building approximately 50 Stockholmshus apartments in Smedslätten. Several other projects have been paused or postponed due to economic challenges and lengthy planning processes.

This is an administrative item where the Cemeteries Committee notes various received decisions, judgments, and letters since the last meeting. These include disputes concerning burial, a decision to move a grave, permission to fell trees in Brännkyrka cemetery, and a decision on an hourly fee for supervision at Järva burial ground.

The City of Stockholm is planning a national football center in eastern Kista, specifically in the Akalla 4:1 area, by allocating land to the Swedish Football Association for pitches and surrounding areas, with indoor facilities and offices to follow. Despite an estimated cost of 182.2 million SEK and financial unprofitability for the city, the project is approved to develop Kista, enhance Stockholm's attractiveness, and provide Järva's youth with proximity to elite football.

The Environmental Administration conducted an unannounced food inspection at Krukis Stödboende, Instrumentvägen 5, on January 20, 2026. The inspection found no deviations regarding food handling, hygiene, or premises. The results are public and will be displayed in the Livsmedelskollen app.

The City Planning Committee proposes a detailed development plan for the Hjulsta interchange in Akalla and Hjulsta to expand E18 on/off-ramps and add a new ramp from Förbifart Stockholm, aiming to improve traffic flow and connectivity between Stockholm and Järfälla, and to create a new pedestrian and bicycle path. The Environment and Health Protection Committee has submitted comments emphasizing the need for the plan to clarify the impact on protected natural areas, particularly for bats and birds, and to ensure the maximum possible preservation of natural land.

The audit reviewed safety at Stockholm's recreation centers in 2025 and found that while committees generally have good safety routines, there are shortcomings such as unpracticed evacuation procedures and undocumented checks of staff criminal records. Järva and Södermalm, in particular, need to improve their follow-up of privately run recreation centers and report concerns when there's suspicion that children are at risk.

The report "Information about Kulan 2025" details how Stockholm's children and students participate in cultural activities through the Kulan initiative. In 2025, there were 126,488 cultural visits using the Kulan premium, which subsidizes 50% of cultural programs for preschools and schools. Visits increased in preschools and elementary schools, particularly in Järva, where many children experienced multiple cultural events.

The Sports Department has decided to provide financial support to various sports clubs and events in Stockholm for 2025 and 2026. This includes SEK 350,000 for Friday Dances for FUB Stockholm, SEK 470,400 each for Husby FF HT and Rinkeby United FC for spontaneous football in Järva, and SEK 395,000 for the Swedish Ski Association for "Everyone on Snow." Additionally, several equestrian clubs will receive support for recreation leaders, and various swimming, running, and athletics events will be funded.

A pilot project offering summer jobs in 2025 to 31 14-15 year olds with social needs, selected by social services in Järva and Enskede-Årsta-Vantör, has been evaluated and deemed successful. The project strengthened the youths and complemented social service efforts, with 25 of 31 completing their jobs. It is recommended that this initiative be implemented on a small scale going forward, with improvements to ensure high quality and suitable workplaces.

The Stockholm City Executive Board has approved the renovation and expansion of the Tensta Reservoir in Järva, which is vital for the drinking water supply in Västerort. The existing reservoir, serving approximately 220,000 people, dates back to 1969 and requires modernization. The plan is to first build a new reservoir next to the old one, and then renovate the existing one, a project expected to take eight years in total, from 2026 to 2034, to secure water quality, supply reliability, and improve pressure conditions in the water network for residents.

Jonas Naddebo (C) proposes developing Kista into a Nordic total defense center to reverse the negative trend of businesses leaving and to increase safety, urging the city to collaborate with the government and others to attract defense-related operations. The City Executive Board responds that the city is already working intensely to develop Kista into a more vibrant and attractive mixed-use area focused on technology and innovation, with defense-related areas already part of the strategy, deeming the motion addressed by ongoing work.

The Moderates propose selling Hästa gård, Stockholm's last remaining farm, to a private entity, citing costly renovations and a desire to free up city resources. However, the City Executive Board and several committees advise against the sale, preferring to develop the farm into a public cultural and natural meeting place, recognizing its unique value for local food, recreation, and the management of the Igelbäcken cultural reserve.

Per Rosencrantz (M) questioned Stockholm's increasing debt, nearing SEK 100 billion, particularly criticizing the SEK 1 billion purchase of Hjulstahem, arguing these high loans don't create new housing. Finance Commissioner Karin Wanngård (S) countered that the Hjulstahem acquisition strengthens Familjebostäder's finances, gives the city more control over Hjulsta's development, and will be financed by rental income, expecting positive long-term results.

Stockholm Vatten AB plans to construct a stormwater park in Tenstadalen to treat stormwater runoff from the Lunda industrial area before it enters Bällstaån. The park aims to reduce pollutants such as phosphorus, copper, and zinc, which is crucial for improving water quality in Bällstaån and the Mälaren-Ulvsunda Lake. The project has experienced increased costs and delays compared to earlier decisions, partly due to poorer ground conditions and the cancellation of a planned collaboration with the City of Stockholm.

This report provides an update on major investment projects managed by Stockholm Vatten och Avfall AB, all exceeding a 200 million SEK budget. It details the status of 43 projects, with 29 currently in their implementation phase. Several projects, including new water mains in Flemingsbergsdalen, wastewater treatment upgrades in Henriksdal, and new reservoirs in Tensta and Uggleviken, have experienced delays or budget revisions due to factors like increased costs and complex geological conditions. Two climate adaptation projects in Bromstensstaden are being terminated due to cost-benefit concerns, and the project for a new recycling center in Lövsta is on hold pending a court decision.

AB Familjebostäder reported strong results for 2025, investing approximately 450 million SEK in renovating existing homes with new installations, maintenance, and safety measures. Additionally, the company is constructing new rental units, with 166 apartments in production and 79 new projects initiated this year, while also improving customer satisfaction, enhancing safety in areas like Tensta and Rinkeby, and reducing its climate impact through efforts in energy use and recycling.