Södermalm

Two Liberal politicians propose that the City of Stockholm evaluate its environmental zones, including those in Gamla stan and Södermalm, to understand their impact on air quality, emissions, residents, and businesses. While older zones have been evaluated, the city plans a broader assessment of the new environmental zone class 3, encompassing effects on residents and businesses, to ensure the zones are beneficial and proportionate to any problems they might create.

Therese Lindström (M) raised concerns with Traffic Commissioner Lars Strömgren (MP) regarding the significantly worsened traffic situation in southern Stockholm, criticizing the simultaneous execution of multiple major roadworks. Strömgren responded that total disruptions are unavoidable during infrastructure development, but the traffic department is intensely coordinating efforts and maintaining high standards for work environment and accessibility. The one-way traffic on Skansbron was implemented for worker safety and to shorten project duration, with full capacity at Johanneshov set for late 2025 and Skansbron reopening in both directions on December 9, 2025, at 6 AM.

Stockholm Vatten och Avfall (SVOA) has provided a status update on the Stockholm Future Wastewater Treatment (SFA) project. The project, which includes decommissioning Bromma Wastewater Treatment Plant and reconstructing and expanding Henriksdal Wastewater Treatment Plant into one of the world's most modern, is proceeding as planned. The transfer of wastewater from Bromma to Henriksdal is expected in 2028, with Henriksdal fully completed by 2031. The project's total forecast remains within both schedule and budget, despite noted challenges with the work environment in Sickla and certain contractor risks.

Stockholm Vatten AB has approved a progress report for the "Stockholm's Future Wastewater Treatment" (SFA) project, which aims to rebuild the Henriksdal wastewater treatment plant and close down the Bromma plant. According to the report, the project is proceeding as planned, with wastewater from Bromma to be rerouted to Henriksdal in 2028. The entire Henriksdal plant is expected to be completed by 2031.

Stockholm Vatten AB plans to renovate digester 5 at the Henriksdal wastewater treatment plant to improve its function and prepare for an upgrade of the treatment process. This renovation is necessary because the digester is over 60 years old and has reached the end of its technical lifespan. The project, estimated to cost up to SEK 78 million, is expected to take place between late 2026 and late 2027 and will ensure the plant can handle future volumes of sewage sludge and produce biogas.

Stockholm Vatten AB is planning to renovate and modernize the operational facilities at the Henriksdal wastewater treatment plant for a total of SEK 190.8 million. This upgrade is necessary because the Bromma wastewater treatment plant will be closed, increasing the workforce at Henriksdal from 120 to 165 employees. The aim is to create modern workplaces with new laboratories, offices, and staff areas that will be functional for the next 30 years, while also improving the work environment and environmental performance, including through the installation of solar cells. The project is expected to be completed by 2030.

This matter concerns the approval and distribution of minutes from a previous board meeting of Stadsholmen held on December 18, 2025. The board has also appointed board members Ann-Charlotte Backlund, Peter Jönsson, and Johan Heinonen to approve the minutes from the current meeting on February 19, 2026.

Stockholm's City Executive Board has decided to task the Real Estate Committee with investigating the future of Eriksdalsbadet, the city's largest swimming facility and national arena for aquatic sports. This investigation, budgeted at up to 25 million SEK, will compare three options: a full renovation of the existing facility, a renovation where the national arena is relocated, or building an entirely new facility on the current site. The 1999-built Eriksdalsbadet faces extensive issues with leaks and building damage, causing operational disruptions.

The Culture Committee proposes granting 1.3 million SEK to the Mossutställningar association to build 15 new studios at Husmossa on Södermalm, bringing the total to 37 for professional artists. This second phase of the project aims to bolster Stockholm's cultural scene by providing affordable workspaces.

The Labour Market Administration's management group noted ongoing disruptive repairs at Komvux Södermalm (Åsö) and that the property owner is investigating future maintenance. They also reviewed new activity requirements for social assistance, leasing of Komvux Kista premises, revised Stockholmsjobb guidelines, and confirmation from the Swedish Work Environment Authority that work environment deficiencies at Frans Schartau, Blekingegatan 55, have been rectified.

The Labour Market Administration reports on administrative decisions and received matters concerning the city's adult education and labour market measures. This includes decisions on arranging summer jobs for youth, handling appeals regarding compensation for Komvux students, and applications for new vocational university programs at Frans Schartau Business Institute. The report also covers staff travel for professional development and referrals concerning, among other things, guidelines for financial assistance and an action plan for a gender-equal Stockholm.

Stockholm municipal company S:t Erik Tullhusen AB presents its financial statements and annual report for 2025. The company, which owns and manages historic buildings such as Stora Tullhuset and Stadsgårdsterminalen, reported a profit of SEK 170,000. This was lower than budgeted due to reduced rental income and increased administrative costs, though planned maintenance like building permits and ventilation control measures were completed.

This 2025 annual report concerns Fastighets AB Godsfinkan, a company that owns and manages the Godsfinkan 1 property, which houses the Sjöstadsskolan annex. The company, owned by the City of Stockholm, was decided during the year to be sold to Skolfastigheter i Stockholm AB, with the buyer taking possession on October 1, 2026. In 2025, the company reported a loss of 171,000 SEK, partly due to three tenants moving out of the property.

This is the minutes from the Södermalm District Administration's management group meeting on March 9, 2026. The meeting addressed internal administrative matters including union information, work environment issues, the recruitment of a new HR manager, and a proposed reorganization within the administration. Topics concerning the Employee Survey, wellness grants, and language requirements in healthcare and elderly care were also discussed.

The Södermalm Pensioner's Council met and discussed several matters concerning the elderly. The council opposes a citizen proposal for cobblestones on Götgatsbacken as it reduces accessibility, and suggests that the former Tantolunden preschool premises could be used for day activities for seniors. Additionally, it was announced that the Södersenioren newspaper will be sent to all residents over 70 in Södermalm, and that the short-term care at Kulltorp will move to the 4th floor after renovation, exclusively for individuals with somatic illnesses.

This agreement, valid from 2026-2030, concerns Region Stockholm and the municipalities continuing to use the IT system Lifecare SP. The system assists healthcare professionals in collaborating and sharing information when patients are discharged from hospitals, ensuring a smooth and secure transition to home or special housing. Costs for the system are shared between the Region and the municipalities of Stockholm County, and the Södermalm district administration sees no issues with continuing this agreement.

The Södermalm District Council reports 157 unanswered decisions regarding support under the Social Services Act (SoL) and the Act on Support and Service for Certain Disabled Persons (LSS) during the fourth quarter of 2025, with 83 of these being new cases. For elderly care, these often concerned special housing and day activities where individuals declined offers or were awaiting a specific provider. For individuals with disabilities, common reasons for delay included difficulties in recruiting contact persons and the individual not having chosen a provider.

The Södermalm district council has allocated 4.4 million SEK in association grants for 2025 to 29 organizations. The report details how the grants have been used by these associations, including for open preschools, youth leisure activities, support for individuals with mental health issues, cycling courses, and senior activities in Södermalm. Most associations have utilized the grants as per their applications, adjusted to the awarded amounts.

The Södermalm district council has approved the application for a liquor license for Gaston Bar at Bondegatan 46. This means the restaurant is permitted to serve alcohol indoors daily from 11:00 AM to 1:00 AM, and on its outdoor seating area from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM. The decision is based on a social assessment that found no obstacles to granting the license.

The Södermalm District Committee has approved the application for a serving license for Kafé Ekermanska, located at Ekermans Gränd 3-5. This allows the café, operated by Porter & Thorell Syndrom AB, to serve alcohol on its outdoor seating every day from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM, from May 1st to September 30th annually. The decision is based on no identified social or preventative concerns.