Kungsholmen

Svenska Bostäder's board approved a progress report for new construction, indicating that 92 new apartments in Kvarndammen in Rinkeby were completed in 2026, and construction began on 122 apartments in Fotogenköket 2 on Lilla Essingen. The board also decided to investigate a new project of approximately 70 apartments in Alkoven in Hässelby Gård, estimated to cost 10.5 million SEK.

Liliane Åkerlund (SD) has proposed year-round use of the Rålambshovsparken amphitheater for spontaneous sports, such as a combined dance floor and ice rink. However, the City Executive Board suggests rejecting the motion, noting that the Kungsholmen City District Council already uses the amphitheater's gravel area as a dance floor and for ice skating when weather permits, with plans to continue these activities.

Gabriel Kroon (SD) proposed that the Culture Committee investigate continuous large-screen projections on the City Hall from November to March, similar to Nobel Week Lights. However, the City Executive Board advises against this, as the City Management Office, Culture Committee, and Stockholm City Hall AB deem a permanent installation unsuitable due to the City Hall's high cultural value and significant costs.

Gabriel Kroon and Liliane Åkerlund (both SD) proposed transforming the Rålambshovsparken amphitheater into a safer year-round meeting place, suggesting a café, summer dance stage, and temporary winter ice rink. The City Executive Office, Traffic Committee, and Kungsholmen District Council noted ongoing efforts to activate and improve safety there, including bush thinning, tribune renovation, ice rink flooding, and building a temporary dance floor. The City Council recommends dismissing the motion, citing these current initiatives.

The City Council is recommended to approve Kungsholmen District Council's project "Development of Karlbergskanalen Promenade" for 72 million SEK. The project aims to widen the popular promenade, part of the "Kungsholmen runt" route, address landslide risks, and improve biodiversity and accessibility. Construction is expected to start in autumn 2027 and be completed by summer 2029.

The District Administration provided several updates, including a status report from Department Manager Lena Slotte on elder care evacuation housing. The Chairperson also discussed the upcoming National Day celebration in Rålambshovsparken and thanked the outgoing First Vice Chairperson for their service.

The Kungsholmen District Council reviewed the minutes from the Disability Issues Council meetings held on April 20 and May 11, 2026. The Council decided to file these minutes, meaning the information was noted and saved without taking any further decisions at this time.

The Kungsholmen District Council reviewed the minutes from the Pensioner Council's meeting on May 18, 2026. The Council decided to file the minutes, meaning the information was noted and saved without any further action or decisions being made on the matter.

The Kungsholmen District Council reviewed a balance sheet for May 2026. The council decided to file the balance sheet, meaning they noted the information without making any further decisions.

The Kungsholmen District Council reviewed a referral concerning a serving permit for Ruby Hotel. The council decided to submit the district administration's official statement as their response. The administration concluded there was no risk of social or other inconveniences from the permit, given the hotel's focus and location, and thus had no objections to Ruby Hotel being granted the permit.

The Kungsholmen District Council approved an administrative report responding to concerns about sexual abuse and other crimes within home care services. While acknowledging that criminal acts cannot be entirely eliminated, the administration stated that risks are minimized through measures such as requiring police record extracts for new hires and thorough reference checks. The Sweden Democrats, via Liliane Åkerlund, issued a separate statement expressing concern that a criminal background doesn't automatically prevent employment and called for stronger protections for the elderly.

The Kungsholmen City District Committee approved the administration's statement in response to a Centre Party letter regarding changes to the city's green spaces and the need for annual measurement. The administration views positively developing the follow-up of green spaces to strengthen ecosystem services and biodiversity. Anette Nordvall (C) submitted a separate statement emphasizing the importance of collaboration and a concrete action plan for restoring biodiversity, especially considering that 3 hectares of green space were lost in priority areas during 2022–2023.

The Kungsholmen District Council approved the administration's response regarding snow removal, finding the winter maintenance in parks and green spaces satisfactory during the 2025/2026 winter. However, the opposition (Liberals, Moderates, Christian Democrats, and Centre Party) criticized the Traffic Administration's inadequate snow clearing on Stockholm's streets and roads.

The Kungsholmen District Council addressed a letter concerning the cycling situation in Police House Park. The administration believed the combined pedestrian and cycle path was safer than a dedicated cycle path, which could lead to higher speeds and more dangerous situations. Despite reservations from the Liberals, Moderates, and Christian Democrats, the council approved the administration's proposal not to separate pedestrian and cycle traffic in the park.

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.