Kungsholmen

The Kungsholmen District Council approved and filed a Q1 2026 quarterly report on unexecuted decisions under the Social Services Act (SoL) and the Act concerning Support and Service for Persons with Certain Functional Impairments (LSS) that had not been implemented within three months. This report, detailing eight LSS and six SoL decisions in the disability sector, along with 25 SoL decisions in elderly care, was forwarded to the Health and Social Care Inspectorate (IVO) and the city administrations.

The Kungsholmen District Council processed applications for association grants for environmental and climate initiatives in 2026. The council approved the administration's proposal, which meant one application for SEK 25,000 was granted while another for SEK 80,000 was rejected. These grants are part of the city's 2026 budget.

The Kungsholmen District Council approved a preliminary decision to plan a new service residence for people with disabilities in Hornsberg, aiming to alleviate the city's housing shortage. This residence, expected to be completed in 2029, will feature twelve apartments and a common area, with an estimated annual rent of approximately 2.2 million SEK.

A citizen proposal for a pier, submitted to the Kungsholmen District Council, has been handed over to the Department of Urban Development for further processing. This means the proposal will now be investigated by officials to determine if and how it can be implemented.

The Social Welfare Committee in Stockholm noted a compilation of the Health and Social Care Inspectorate's (IVO) oversight of the Söderort Residential Home for Girls (HVB) and the Söderort Acute and Short-term Accommodation. IVO found deficiencies in the handling of threats, violence, and abuse at the girls' HVB, but decided against further supervisory actions as the committee demonstrated implemented measures. Regarding the acute and short-term accommodation, IVO assessed that the committee's actions to rectify a previous deficiency concerning house rules that limited children's self-determination and integrity were sufficient, and the case was closed.

The Social Services Committee has approved a plan to build a new 12-apartment supported living facility in Hornsbergskvarteren, Kungsholmen. This residence, expected to be ready by 2029 with an estimated annual rent of SEK 2.2 million, is for individuals with disabilities requiring round-the-clock support under LSS or SoL.

The City Executive Board decided to allow the Kungsholmen District Council to proceed with the Karlbergskanalen promenade development project, budgeted at SEK 72 million. This popular section of the "Around Kungsholmen" loop will be widened for better walkability, and ground stabilization measures will be implemented due to landslide risk. Expenditures for 2026 must be accommodated within the council's investment budget, with future years' costs managed in the 2027 budget. The Moderates, Liberals, Centre Party, and Christian Democrats issued separate statements on the matter.

The Board of Stockholm Avfall AB is proposed to make an implementation decision for a waste collection system project in the Hornsberg quarters of northwestern Kungsholmen. The project, costing up to SEK 29 million, involves installing new waste collection pipes and a terminal for household waste in an area where approximately 750 new homes, hotels, and preschools are planned. Developers and property owners in the area will pay a connection fee to cover the construction costs.

Gabriel Kroon (SD) proposed that the Culture Committee investigate projecting images onto the City Hall from November to March, similar to Nobel Week Lights. However, the City Executive Board recommends rejecting this motion, citing concerns about the City Hall's cultural value, the significant investment and operating costs, and the desire to maintain the exclusive nature of Nobel Week Lights.

Gabriel Kroon and Liliane Åkerlund (SD) propose that the City Council tasks relevant committees with investigating how the amphitheater in Rålambshovsparken can be transformed into a public meeting place with amenities like a café, dance stage, and ice rink. The proponents argue that the amphitheater feels unsafe due to its secluded location, and increased activity would enhance security. The City Executive Board proposes dismissing the motion, citing ongoing city efforts to activate the space and improve safety, including an ice rink and a temporary dance floor; several committees have provided similar responses.

The City Executive Board responded to a motion by Liliane Åkerlund (SD) regarding the year-round use of the Rålambshovsparken amphitheater for spontaneous sports. The motion was answered by referring to ongoing work, specifically that the Kungsholmen district committee has already built a dance floor and will continue to flood the gravel court for ice skating when weather permits. Gabriel Kroon (SD) dissented, advocating for the motion's approval instead.

The Kungsholmen District Council addressed two written submissions. The first concerned ensuring that placed children receive their entitled health and dental care, and the second addressed preventing rapes within home care services. The Council forwarded both submissions to the administration for further investigation.

Division Manager Lena Forsberg reported on a received letter concerning Mariedal preschool, which is specially adapted for children with hearing impairments. Additionally, the presidium met with the city auditors, and the committee paid a visit to the district director.

The Kungsholmen District Council reviewed the minutes from the Pensioners' Council meeting on April 20, 2026. The council filed the minutes for information, meaning the content was noted and archived without a specific decision being made on the matter.

The Kungsholmen District Council reviewed a balance sheet for April 2026. The council decided to note the balance sheet, meaning it was acknowledged and included in the meeting minutes without any further active decision.

The Kungsholmen District Council reviewed a referral concerning a liquor license for the restaurant Chefs table. The council submitted the district administration's opinion as a response, which found no risk of social or other drawbacks associated with the license and therefore had no objections to Chefs table being granted one.

The Kungsholmen District Council reviewed a referral concerning a liquor license for the restaurant NENI. The administration found no risk of social problems or other issues related to the business, its location, or serving hours. Therefore, the Council issued a statement of no objections to NENI being granted a liquor license.

The Kungsholmen District Council reviewed a referral concerning a serving permit for Bistro 151 and adopted the district administration's official statement as its response. The administration found no risk of social problems with the permit but urged Bistro 151 to maintain a dialogue with the administration and the police due to its proximity to the open drug scene near Fridhemsplan/Stadshagen.

The Kungsholmen District Council considered a referral regarding a liquor license for the establishment Awee. The Council submitted the district administration's statement as their response, which found no risk of social or other inconveniences from the license, given the establishment's focus, location, and serving hours, and therefore had no objections.

The Kungsholmen District Council submitted an opinion to the City Executive Board regarding the government's new activity requirement for social assistance, effective July 1, 2026. While supporting the ambition to strengthen self-sufficiency, the council felt the proposal to primarily assign responsibility to the Labour Market Committee required clearer guidelines. Charlotta Schenholm (L) and Henrik Sjölander (M) among others, also welcomed the reform but raised concerns about the lack of collaboration with civil society and businesses, and the need for strategic planning to offer diverse, individualized activities.