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Per Rosencrantz (M) questioned Social Welfare Commissioner Alexander Ojanne (S) regarding increased insecurity in Hjorthagen following the opening of a homeless shelter for individuals with substance abuse issues. Residents have reported drug use, discarded needles, and a rise in crime. The Commissioner acknowledged these concerns, stating that outreach workers and security guards have been deployed, cleaning efforts intensified, and some residents relocated, leading to a reported decrease in problems.

Stockholm Parkering has submitted its annual report for 2025. The audit assesses that the company managed its operations well with sound finances, and that internal controls are generally sufficient. However, the company's investments are SEK 236 million lower than planned, primarily due to delayed construction starts for Hjorthagsgaraget and Sandhagsgatan P-hus. The audit also recommends that the company clarify responsibility roles in procurements and develop measures to reduce the risk of irregularities.

The Cemeteries Committee has approved additional financial support for the maintenance of burial grounds belonging to Hedvig Eleonora Parish and the Diocese of Stockholm. A total of SEK 2,838,947 will be distributed in 2026, designated for purposes such as restoring historically significant graves at Hedvig Eleonora cemetery and renovating fences at St. Jacob's cemetery.

Two Centre Party members proposed a comprehensive upgrade of Valhallavägen, from Roslagstull to Hakberget, to improve traffic solutions, create green spaces, playgrounds, and bike paths by moving parking to garages, while also enhancing lighting, cleanliness, and winter road maintenance for increased safety. The City Executive Board believes many intentions are already covered by existing assignments, but other city areas have higher investment priority, and though the Traffic Committee sees a need for upgrades, it lacks the budget for a holistic approach.

Politicians from M, C, and L inquired about the usage of Gärdet's hybrid grass pitches and the possibility of switching to artificial turf. The Sports Administration responded that hybrid grass pitches can be booked for 340 hours annually, significantly less than artificial turf pitches which allow up to 2810 hours, due to greater rest and maintenance requirements for hybrid grass. While a switch to artificial turf is complicated by the pitches' location within the National Urban Park, the administration is discussing options with relevant parties given the high demand for artificial turf pitches in Norra innerstaden.

Per Rosencrantz (M) questioned Social Affairs Commissioner Alexander Ojanne (S) regarding escalating insecurity in Hjorthagen, following the opening of a 40-unit halfway house for the homeless and those with substance abuse issues. Residents and businesses report drug-affected individuals, needles near playgrounds, thefts, and general unrest, with police warning of a potential open drug scene. Ojanne responded that threatening situations and crimes are unacceptable and that measures have been implemented to restore calm, including deploying outreach workers and security guards, increasing cleaning, and collaborating closely with the police. Additionally, disruptive residents have been relocated, and Ojanne believes these efforts have reduced reported problems significantly.

Stockholm Vatten och Avfall proposes to continue its collaboration with the Skansen Foundation to provide educational support for children and young people at the Baltic Sea Science Center. This ensures that students can continue to learn about water, waste, and the environment at Skansen, with a focus on the Baltic Sea. The proposed agreement, worth up to 3 million SEK annually, aims to disseminate information about sustainable behavior to young Stockholmers.

Stockholm Water and Waste wants to continue its collaboration with Skansen and their Baltic Sea Science Center. The agreement focuses on providing educational support to children and young people, particularly middle and high school students, to teach them more about water, the environment, and sustainability related to the Baltic Sea. The new agreement could cost up to 3 million SEK annually and is proposed to be signed without an open procurement, as Stockholm Water considers Skansen's operations to be unique and best suited for the task.

The City of Stockholm proposes a new detailed development plan for the Ängsbotten 6 area and surroundings in Hjorthagen. This plan would allow for the construction of approximately 420 new homes, including care housing, along with a grocery store and other local amenities. A public consultation meeting will be held on February 18, 2026, at Berghs School of Communication, and residents can submit their comments on the proposal until March 9, 2026.

Per Rosencrantz (M) questioned Social and Security Commissioner Alexander Ojanne (S) regarding increased insecurity in Hjorthagen, following the opening of a homeless shelter for individuals with substance abuse issues. Residents reported a rise in drug dealing, discarded needles near playgrounds, fights, and theft. Commissioner Ojanne responded that measures such as outreach workers, security guards, and increased cleaning have been implemented, along with the relocation of problematic individuals, leading to a reported decrease in issues within Hjorthagen.