Skärholmen

The Social Services Department and the Skärholmen City District Administration are planning a new group home for individuals with disabilities in the Stångholmsbacken 1 block in Skärholmen. This facility will feature six apartments and common areas with round-the-clock staff, anticipated for completion in 2028, with an estimated annual rent of approximately SEK 1.6 million.

Svenska Bostäder proposes to build 15 new terraced houses in Vårberg, on properties Storholmen 2 and 4. These houses would be placed atop three existing garages needing renovation, with an estimated cost of SEK 62 million. The project aims to enhance safety, diversify housing options, and promote sustainable urban development in the area.

Svenska Bostäder is proposed to approve a major renovation of three garages at the Storholmen 2 and 4 properties in Vårberg, with a total cost of approximately SEK 61 million. This renovation is essential to extend the garages' lifespan and address damage to concrete and reinforcement. The work, scheduled to begin in Q1 2027 and last until the end of 2028, will require the evacuation of parking spaces in one garage at a time for about eight months each, though replacement spaces will be offered to tenants.

The City Council will decide on a revised plan to redevelop Vårbergsvägen in Skärholmen into an urban street with nearly 1,500 homes, schools, preschools, and commercial spaces. Due to low developer interest and the city's finances, the project is proposed to be split into two phases, with the second phase paused until market conditions improve. The Real Estate and Urban Development Committee suggests the City Council approve proceeding with Phase 1 at a cost of approximately 123.7 million SEK.

The Skärholmen district council is set to review an internal referral from the Traffic Administration regarding the construction of a new seasonal kiosk at Mälarhöjdsbadet in Bredäng. This permanent kiosk will sell food during the summer, but if operations cease, the vendor must sell or relocate it. The district administration has no objections to the kiosk building as per the permit application.

Warner Bros. International Television Production Sweden AB has applied for permission to film parts of the Sätraskogen nature reserve in Bredäng on May 25, 2026. The one-day shoot involves characters playing disc golf, setting up two tents, driving two equipment vehicles on the gravel road, and placing a toilet trailer. The City of Stockholm's Exploitation Department is required to comment on the application.

The City Executive Board will review a referral containing an extensive report on preschools in Stockholm for 2025. This report provides statistics and analyses on topics like socioeconomic indices per district, number of preschools, enrollment rates, the proportion of licensed preschool teachers, and collaboration with social services, aiming to offer a comprehensive overview of preschool operations and development in the city.

The Moderates in Skärholmen proposed plowing ice at Sätrastrandsbadet and Mälarhöjdsbadet for skating to provide safe ice rinks for residents, but the Skärholmen city district administration advises against it. They argue that plowing ice on Lake Mälaren is too risky due to undercurrents and they lack the necessary knowledge, equipment, and staff to guarantee safety. Instead, the administration refers to existing plowed lake ice rinks and artificial ice rinks already available in Stockholm.

This item concerns new requirements to help people leave criminal gangs or extremist environments, introduced with the new Social Services Act. The City Council will address a document outlining how the City of Stockholm will work with this so-called disengagement program.

The Skärholmen District Council will consider approving the administration's response to a letter from the Sweden Democrats regarding staff knowledge of fire safety and first aid. The administration reports that operational staff, such as those in preschools and healthcare, receive regular training in fire protection and first aid, including CPR. For office staff at Måsholmstorget, efforts are underway to enhance fire safety knowledge, offer basic CPR training to some personnel, and explore how first aid knowledge can be disseminated to more employees and residents in preparation for Emergency Preparedness Week.

A citizen proposal suggests increasing the number of holes on the disc golf course in Sätraskogen, preferably to 18. This proposal will be considered by Stockholm City politicians.

This steering group meeting protocol for the "Skärholmen together" initiative details upcoming and ongoing activities for children and young people in Skärholmen. Discussions focused on attracting more girls to leisure activities, with potential involvement from Kulturskolan to offer programs in municipal primary schools. Summer Camp 2026 is planned for July 2-3 at Vårbergs IP, featuring try-out activities.

The Skärholmen district administration rejects Telia Towers Sweden AB's application for a building permit for a 54-meter high mobile mast at Sätra water tower within the Sätraskogen nature reserve. The administration believes the investigation lacks information on the tower's visual impact and alternative locations outside the reserve, instead suggesting a site north of Kungens Kurva interchange, which has lower nature values and less landscape impact.

The Skärholmen District Council is proposed to approve a new routine for reporting and managing deficiencies in accordance with Lex Sarah. This routine will clarify how social services and LSS staff should act when suspecting deficiencies and who is responsible for what during investigations, aiming to ensure quick corrective actions and improved quality of services for Skärholmen residents.

Region Stockholm is inviting consultations on Spårväg Syd, a new tramline planned to run between Flemingsberg and Skärholmen, aiming to improve public transport and enable urban development with new homes and workplaces in southern Stockholm. The City of Stockholm views the expansion positively but emphasizes the importance of extending the entire tramline between Flemingsberg and Älvsjö, as well as adhering to the agreed budget. Feedback on the proposals can be submitted until March 29, 2026, with an open house scheduled for March 17, 2026, at Flemingsberg Library.

The Skärholmen District Council is advised to approve its first quarterly report for 2026, which indicates that most City Council targets are expected to be met. The council will also seek a budget adjustment of SEK 0.6 million to acquire cleaning machines and e-bikes for preschool facility services, aiming to reduce long-term operating costs and improve the work environment. Furthermore, the council is proposed to approve a revised annual target for plastic items purchased by city operations, lowering it from 27.7 to 25.5 tons.

The Skärholmen District Council is set to consider a proposal to appoint Odile Tuniche from PRO Skärholmen as a substitute member of the District Council's Pensioners' Council until December 31, 2026. This appointment aims to fill a current vacancy for a substitute, aligning with the municipal council's guidelines for pensioners' councils. The Pensioners' Council serves as a crucial platform for older residents to voice their opinions on local matters.

The Skärholmen District Council will address the Sweden Democrats' letter regarding sexual offenses and other crimes within home care services. The Sweden Democrats are requesting information on the administration's preventative work and staff controls. The administration believes its current methods—which include continuity, competence development, follow-ups, background checks upon hiring, and incident reporting routines—provide a solid foundation for safe home care. Elderly individuals and their relatives have multiple channels to report suspected misconduct.

A citizen proposal suggests establishing a new dog park in Bredäng, specifically on Mewij Hill between the Attendo Liljanshöjden nursing home and Tempelriddarvägen. The proposer believes this would delight many dog owners and improve the area, as it is currently an unsightly spot with litter.

A citizen proposal suggests restoring a beloved barbecue area with benches and tables near the meadow beside Bredängs badväg, close to Mälarhöjdsbadet's parking. This popular spot, frequently used by local families, was removed when a fence was installed for summer grazing cows.