Södermalm

The Education Committee approved a proposal to improve the indoor climate at Högalidsskolan, which has long struggled with temperatures reaching up to 33 degrees Celsius. The measures will be implemented in stages, with the first phase including the installation of external sunshades and window renovations. The total project cost is estimated at approximately SEK 41 million, of which the Education Administration's rent-forming share is about SEK 30 million, with an estimated rent increase of approximately SEK 2.3 million in year 1.

The Labour Market Committee will be informed about delegated decisions regarding new hires, including area managers and principals for Jobbtorg Stockholm and Komvux Södermalm. Additionally, the committee will receive updates on reported cases of harassment at Komvux, appeals concerning inter-municipal compensation for students wishing to study in other municipalities, and staff business trips to countries like Spain, Italy, and the Netherlands. Finally, the agenda includes participation in a research project with Stockholm University on the experiences of adult migrant women in health and social care education.

Södermalm's Senior Citizens' Council discussed proposals for shorter waiting times at crosswalks and noted a continued surplus in elderly care finances. They were informed about plans for a new kitchen at Hornstull service house, which will serve elderly care and function as an emergency kitchen. The council also stressed that decisions regarding support for individuals with cognitive illness should be based on individual needs, not solely on diagnosis.

The Södermalm District Council decided to relieve Marko Janicic (Centre Party) of his duties as member and vice-chair of the Social Delegation. Lars Krangnes (Centre Party) was appointed in his place as the new member and vice-chair of the delegation, which handles individual-level decisions, primarily under the Social Services Act, that cannot be delegated to officials.

The Södermalm District Council decided to authorize Jamie Tokic to represent the council before the County Administrative Board in matters concerning appeals against orders from the Greater Stockholm Fire Department. The administration deemed these orders, regarding fire safety improvements at three facilities including Hammarby group home, to be based on building regulations that are not directly applicable and therefore unnecessary to achieve reasonable fire protection.

The City Council received a notification regarding several previously made delegation decisions. These decisions pertained to reporting personal data incidents to the Swedish Authority for Privacy Protection, two Lex Sarah reports concerning abuses in social services for both municipal and private operations, and two suspension decisions.

The City Executive Board referred a matter concerning a review of land value in the resource allocation model for financial assistance to the Södermalm District Council. Sweco's analysis proposed updated land values from 2022, unweighted calculations for easier administration, and fewer attractiveness groups (six instead of eight). Södermalm's administration found that the changes would make the model more relevant, increasing Södermalm's resource allocation by 2.1 million SEK for financial assistance and 0.5 million SEK for labor market measures, and the Council submitted the administration's report as its response to the referral.

The Södermalm District Council considered a proposal for a common job description for cultural coordinators within the City of Stockholm. The administration supported the proposal, which aims to provide residents with more equitable access to a broad and high-quality cultural offering. The council approved the proposal in its entirety and submitted the administration's statement as a response to the referral.

The Södermalm District Council approved an application for a permanent liquor license for Kaffebar restaurant at Bysistorget 6. The license covers both indoor and outdoor seating, from 11:00 to 23:00, Monday through Sunday. This decision was made as the administration found no obstacles from a social and preventative perspective.

The Södermalm District Council approved a permanent license application for restaurant Chokladfabriken at Renstiernas Gata 12. The administration recommended approval, finding no social or preventative obstacles. The restaurant is now granted public serving hours Monday to Sunday from 10:00 to 22:00, with the decision taking immediate effect.

The Södermalm District Council considered an application for an extended serving permit for The Liffey restaurant at Stora Nygatan 40-42. The administration proposed approval, which would allow the restaurant to serve the public until 2:00 AM on Fridays and Saturdays. The council approved the application, finding no social or preventative obstacles.

The Södermalm District Council reviewed a referral from the Social Welfare Administration regarding an application for a liquor license for The Pickled Herring restaurant at Slussbrogatan 10. The Council approved the application for a permanent liquor license for both indoor and outdoor seating. This means the restaurant may serve alcohol during the requested hours, as the administration found no obstacles from a social and preventative perspective.

The Södermalm District Council reviewed a referral concerning an application for a serving permit for Kajsas Fisk restaurant at Söderhallen, Medborgarplatsen 1. The council approved the application for a permanent serving permit for the public, with hours from 10:00 to 22:00 daily, as the administration found no social or preventive obstacles.

The Södermalm District Council reviewed a referral from the Social Services Department's licensing unit concerning an application for a permanent liquor license for Ettglas restaurant at Bondegatan 46. The Council decided to approve the application, allowing the restaurant to serve alcohol to the public indoors and on its outdoor patio daily from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM, in line with Stockholm city guidelines.

The Södermalm District Council approved a liquor license application for restaurant Bambino at Hornsgatan 2, allowing them to serve alcohol to the public Monday through Sunday from 11:00 AM to 1:00 AM. The administration concluded there were no social or preventative obstacles to granting the application.

The Södermalm District Council approved a liquor license application for Restaurang Kulturhuset Hartwig at Maria Prästgårdsgata 1. This decision permits the restaurant to serve alcohol to the public Monday through Sunday, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 AM, in accordance with the City of Stockholm's guidelines. The administration determined there were no social or preventative obstacles to granting the application.

The Södermalm District Council has approved a referral from the Social Welfare Administration's licensing unit regarding restaurant Cucina Povera at Långholmsgatan 34. The council granted the application for a permanent serving license for both the restaurant and its outdoor seating area, with serving hours from 11:00 AM to 1:00 AM, Monday through Sunday. This decision was made after a social assessment found no impediments.

The Södermalm District Council rejected an application for a liquor license from Inferno Online Södermalm at Ringvägen 125. This was due to the high concentration of children and young people at the premises, which was seen as increasing the risk of alcohol sales and minors being offered alcohol. Furthermore, field assistants and police had previously visited the establishment following tips about drug use and sales.

The Södermalm District Council proposed to the City Council that alcohol be banned at Hornstulls strand between 10 AM and 2 PM. This decision was based on the area being a problem spot with drug dealing and intoxicated individuals, leading to insecurity for residents and visitors. An alcohol ban is seen as a preventive measure to help police address substance abuse issues and enhance safety.

The Södermalm District Council decided to once again procure the operation of Maria Youth Club and mobile recreation leaders. The council had previously returned the matter for a deeper analysis of a "idea-driven public partnership" (IOP) as an alternative. However, the administration found that a procurement contract was the most advantageous option due to limited experience with IOPs, the risk of staff shortages if run in-house, and the need to prioritize resources for the transition to the new Social Services Act.