Skärholmen

The Skärholmen District Council approved the administration's response regarding preparedness for fire and first aid. While the decision was unanimous, council members Tapani Juntunen and Roland Johansson (SD) issued a special statement thanking the administration for the response and emphasizing the importance of continuing fundamental preparedness work and outreach to residents.

A citizen's proposal for a new dog park in Bredäng was discussed at the Skärholmen District Council meeting. The council decided to forward the proposal to the administration for investigation and further processing.

The Skärholmen district council considered a citizen proposal to increase the number of holes on the disc golf course in Sätraskogen. The council approved the administration's recommendation, which means the proposal was rejected. The decision was unanimous.

The Skärholmen District Council considered a citizen proposal for a barbecue area by the meadow next to Bredängs badväg. The council decided to forward the proposal to the administration for further investigation into the feasibility of establishing such a barbecue area.

The Sports Committee decided that the Sports Administration should commission the development of documents for constructing a 7-a-side artificial turf pitch, school athletics areas, and a toilet building at Johannesdal BP in Vårberg. This is considered a replacement investment and a revised policy decision. The committee also approved the estimated rental cost for the project.

The Real Estate Committee approved the direction and continued planning for a new 7-a-side artificial turf pitch, school athletics areas, and a toilet building at Johannesdal sports ground in Vårberg. This decision aims to replace existing sports areas claimed for other development. The Moderates and Liberals reserved themselves against the decision, arguing that the sports area should be a full-fledged 11-a-side pitch and requesting a clearer impact analysis of the plan's reduced size.

The Labour Market Committee unanimously decided to approve the relocation of Jobbtorg sydväst to new premises at Bodholmsgången 7 in Skärholmen centre. This move from Ekholmsvägen 34 will provide more suitable, accessible premises that are better adapted to the centre's operations and target group, and will also save approximately 400,000 SEK annually.

Moderates have proposed that Stockholm swiftly replace the closed Sätra recycling center, urging relevant companies and boards to immediately increase capacity at existing southern centers and present a permanent or temporary replacement. The City Executive Board proposes responding to the motion by citing a temporary mini-recycling center in Skärholmen Centrum set to open in September 2025, while work on a permanent solution continues.

Stockholm City Council will decide on establishing Vikingaberget-Johannesdal in Skärholmen as a biotope protection area. This approximately 10.4-hectare area, featuring old-growth trees like pine and oak, provides valuable habitats for numerous animals and plants. The proposal aims to preserve its natural values and biodiversity while maintaining it as a popular recreational space for residents.

The City Council is poised to approve a revised plan for the large-scale Mälaräng urban development project in Skärholmen. This plan includes approximately 1,100 new homes, two preschools, and a F-9 school, while transforming the Bredäng interchange into urban streets. The project will be split into two phases: phase one, with 86 homes, will begin construction in 2026, while phase two is paused until economic conditions improve due to its significant investment requirements and the challenging market.

The Education Committee noted and filed several decisions from the City Council and other committees from May 2026, which pertain to the committee's areas of activity. These decisions included a revised agreement on cost responsibility for assistive devices in preschools and schools, and an updated implementation decision regarding SISAB's (Skolfastigheter i Stockholm AB) renovation and expansion projects.

The City Executive Board decided to establish the Vikingaberget-Johannesdal biotope protection area in Skärholmen, covering approximately 10.4 hectares, to preserve and develop natural values associated with old trees. This decision was made despite reservations from the Liberals and the Centre Party, with the latter having initially proposed a referral back. The area comprises old coniferous and noble deciduous forest with very old trees that provide important habitats for birds, bats, and other species.

The City Executive Board decided to propose that the City Council approve the Exploitation Committee's right to continue with investigations and design work for stage 1 of the Mälaräng project, with a total project expenditure of SEK 146.3 million. Stage 2, which includes the reconstruction of the Bredäng interchange and approximately 1100 homes, is postponed until conditions improve. The Christian Democrats reserved their position against the decision.

Moderates proposed the immediate establishment of a new recycling center in western Söderort following the closure of the Sätra facility, urging the city council to mandate increased capacity at existing centers and swiftly present a replacement. While a new mini-recycling center is slated for Skärholmen in September 2025 and a permanent full-sized facility is in progress, the proposers deem these measures insufficient, especially concerning garden waste.

The Education Committee reported having reviewed decisions from the City Council, the City Executive Board, and the city's various committees. Specifically, decisions concerning a revised implementation for Lillholmsskolan and an investigation into Eriksdalsskolan were noted.

The steering committee for the Skärholmen collaboration agreement approved the 2026 action plan, which targets at-risk youth, unsafe areas, system-threatening crime, vulnerable victims, and criminal environments. Police reported a general improvement in safety, but noted a shift of crime to digital spaces and that previously unknown youths are now seeking roles in criminal networks. To enhance safety, six security investments were approved, more field assistants and parent advisors were hired, and additional adventure playgrounds were opened.

Skärholmen's Youth Council met with district committee representatives, requesting more visible and targeted activities for teenage girls and improved social media communication. They also proposed raising the age limit for summer jobs to 20, especially for newly arrived youths, and emphasized increasing safety in Vårberg center by opening more subway exits and addressing insecure areas.

The Skärholmen Pensioners' Council approved the previous minutes and received an update on efforts to increase voter turnout by recruiting seniors as election ambassadors. The council requested a detailed map of the building plans for a new park at Stångholmsbacken and expressed appreciation for the "Focus Skärholmen" initiative.

The Council for Disability Issues in Hägersten-Älvsjö and Skärholmen discussed the new Social Services Act and user surveys for LSS interventions. They were informed of Hägersten-Älvsjö's plans for a new 16-bed supported living facility in Midsommarkransen, potentially opening September 2026, and Triangeln's group home relocating to Kastanjen before 2028 due to renovation. Additionally, Hägersten-Älvsjö plans a collaboration with Hela människan for young adults with mental health issues, while Skärholmen intends to meet with the police and host a democracy festival for the LSS target group.

Skärholmen district administration discussed their competence provision plan for 2027-2029, focusing on managing high staff turnover among benefits administrators and social secretaries. They also provided an update on the new Social Services Act, including referral responses and investments in mobile social services. Finally, a plan named "Skärholmen votes" was presented to increase voter turnout through democracy ambassadors and a temporary polling station in Skärholmen center.