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Stockholm City and Nacka Municipality have developed a joint action program for Strömmen. This program aims to improve the water quality and habitat for animals and plants in Strömmen, which currently has unsatisfactory ecological and chemical status. The proposals include reducing pollution from sediment, traffic, and sewage, as well as improving the physical environment. The costs for these measures are estimated to be hundreds of millions of kronor for managing contaminated sediment and soil, and approximately 22 million kronor for stormwater measures. The program is a prerequisite for the city to build 140,000 new homes by 2035 while adhering to environmental quality standards.

Stockholm's Future Wastewater Treatment (SFA) is a major project to close the Bromma treatment plant and redirect its wastewater to the Henriksdal treatment plant, which is being expanded and modernized to meet new environmental requirements and accommodate a growing population. The project, budgeted at approximately 22.5 billion Swedish kronor, is expected to be fully completed by 2031. Despite previous delays and cost increases due to market conditions and complex work, the project is proceeding according to its revised schedule and budget.

Council member Hanna Werner (M) proposed developing Odenplan into a greener, more vibrant, and safer urban square with better bicycle parking. The city responded that efforts to green Odenplan are already underway with flower urns and temporary furnishings, and improvements to the bicycle garage are planned to meet e-bike demand. However, the majority believes a major overhaul of Odenplan should not be planned currently due to ongoing and future subway construction.

Kulturhuset Stadsteatern has adopted its activity report for 2025, which shows it was their strongest year yet with 2.5 million visitors and ticket revenues of SEK 124.8 million, a 13% increase from the previous year. Notable successes include the play "Lonely together," the exhibition "Total Metal," Bio Husby, and the youth initiative "Stationen" in Skärholmen, all contributing to a positive result after depreciation that exceeded the budget by SEK 615,000 and a higher-than-expected self-financing ratio.

Danderyd Municipality requested that the City of Stockholm address the issue of boat mooring spots in Ropsten for Tranholmen residents, which are crucial for their work and school commutes given the island's lack of road access. Stockholm City's Sports Department cannot assist as these are not recreational boats, but the Exploitation Office is open to dialogue with Tranholmen residents to find solutions for jetties in Ropsten, despite limitations posed by the urban development of Norra Djurgårdsstaden.

The Liberals propose restoring and preserving culturally significant parks like Vasaparken and Humlegården, ensuring new additions like benches and lighting align with original designs, and adding more kiosks offering cultural items and food to liven them up. City administrations respond that they already work to preserve the parks' cultural-historical values and that kiosk possibilities already exist, further noting that parks must balance historical values with contemporary demands for accessibility and safety.

Liberal politician Jan Jönsson proposed naming a public space in Stockholm after Aaron Isaac, the first Jew to settle in Sweden without converting to Christianity in 1775, to highlight the Jewish minority's historical significance. The City Executive Office and City Planning Committee oppose this due to existing locations named after him, which could cause confusion, suggesting instead that information about these existing places be enhanced. The Jewish Central Council and the Jewish Youth Association support the proposal, specifically suggesting Tyska Brunnsplan in Gamla stan as a suitable location.

The Centre Party proposed a comprehensive plan to preserve and develop Stockholm's avenues and mature trees, including an inventory, protection strategy, new avenue areas, and transforming Karlbergsvägen into a green esplanade. The City Executive Board responded that much of this work is already underway or planned, such as a new tree policy and tree planting initiatives, but planting new trees on Karlbergsvägen is limited due to the City Line and other underground infrastructure.

Two SD politicians want to halt construction of a new building on the Läkarhuset site at Odenplan, proposing a classical-style design that better suits the surroundings instead of the approved modern one. They also wish to explore reusing parts of the existing structure and including neighboring properties for a more cohesive urban landscape. However, the municipal board majority and relevant committees reject the motion, stating the adopted detailed plan is well-conceived, promotes housing and a vibrant city environment, and aligns with Stockholm’s comprehensive plan.

Jonas Naddebo (C) proposes a revitalization of Blasieholmstorg to create a more vibrant, safe, and attractive area with additional cafes and outdoor seating, along with improved traffic safety for cyclists and pedestrians on Arsenalsgatan. The city notes that a visioning process for Blasieholmen is already underway for the 2025 budget, focusing on developing and activating the area, but advises against further measures beyond this ongoing work.

Motion sponsors from the Moderates and Liberals propose that the City of Stockholm actively work towards securing a permanent location in Stockholm for Sweden's Museum of the Holocaust, as it currently operates from temporary premises. They emphasize the museum's importance in combating antisemitism and preserving Holocaust memory, particularly during the 250th anniversary of Jewish life in Sweden. The City Executive Board suggests responding to the motion by referencing the city's ongoing efforts to facilitate a permanent relocation to Tullhuset on Blasieholmen.

The City Council is proposed to implement an alcohol ban in parts of the Spelbomskan block, near Observatorielunden in Norra innerstaden. Despite the area no longer being classified as an open drug scene, problems with alcohol and drug abuse, littering, and insecurity persist. The ban aims to assist the police in preventing crime and public disturbances and to increase safety for residents and visitors.

Moderate party member Andréa Hedin is questioning the Elder Care and Culture Commissioner, Torun Boucher (V), about the persistent difficulties for seniors to consume alcohol at senior housing and community centers in Stockholm. Hedin points out that despite promises from the red-green administration to ease these restrictions, facilities like the Väduren senior residence in Vasastan have banned even liqueurs with coffee, and she asks how long the city will investigate this issue and if there are disagreements within the majority parties.

Opposition politician Dennis Wedin (M) criticizes the upkeep of Hötorgshallen and Hötorget, describing them as rundown, and questions Housing and Real Estate Commissioner Clara Lindblom (V) on plans to support vendors and improve market trade, also lamenting the rejection of an outdoor seating proposal. Lindblom (V) counters that Hötorgshallen is thriving with increased visitors and sales, not a "problem child," but acknowledges maintenance needs and explains that comprehensive investigations are underway to clarify ownership responsibilities for the complex property while the city adapts market trade and aims for more cultural and evening activities, albeit at a pace dictated by the property's intricate structure.

Opposition parties Moderaterna, Centerpartiet, and Liberalerna have submitted questions to the Education Administration regarding the decision to close Observatorielunden School and relocate its students to Vasa Real. They are seeking clarification on why the board was not informed about the altered and earlier timeline for the school's closure. The Education Administration acknowledges the communication breakdown and will implement clearer routines for informing and following up with the board, alongside a comprehensive communication plan for staff, students, and guardians developed in collaboration with union representatives.

This is a formal notification of the minutes from a meeting of the Norra Innerstaden administrative group on January 14, 2026. The meeting addressed internal operational matters such as work environment training for managers and union representatives, planning for activity reports, and a question regarding inconvenience compensation and how a new business development role will be coordinated. No decisions directly impacting residents of Norra Innerstaden were made.

The Northern Inner City Pensioners' Council has addressed key issues for seniors, including the housing shortage, urban accessibility, and the need for community spaces. They advocate for on-site meal preparation in care homes, seniors eating lunch at school cafeterias, fall prevention, and support for individuals with dementia.

This matter concerns formally registering all documents received and created by the Norra innerstaden District Administration between November 27, 2025, and January 7, 2026. This is a routine account of the administration's work during this period, primarily serving public transparency and having no direct impact on residents.

This matter concerns the Northern Inner City District Council being informed of decisions made by their officials during a specific period. These decisions include matters such as preschool placements (exceptions for extended absence, increased hours, or continued placement upon relocation), opinions on serving permits for several restaurants, and building permit referrals, for instance, for a new toilet building in Humlegården and changing the use of offices to a preschool at Majtalaren 12.

Jonas Naddebo (C) proposes Stockholm implement a strategy for Privately Owned Public Spaces (POPS), where private entities own and manage public areas like squares or green spaces as a complement to city-owned spaces. The administration welcomes initiatives for more accessible and greener areas but raises concerns about the city losing influence and commercial interests dictating design, instead advocating for collaborative development between the city and private actors.