Spånga-Tensta

The Moderates question if Spånga station should be upgraded given its high passenger volume, which is expected to increase significantly with new housing in Bromstensstaden. They propose a new western entrance, station building expansion, an improved footbridge, and a renovation of the bus terminal for better safety and accessibility. Traffic Commissioner Lars Strömgren (MP) acknowledges the need for development but clarifies that responsibility is shared between the Swedish Transport Administration, Region Stockholm, and the city. He states that Region Stockholm and the Swedish Transport Administration must first detail capacity issues for further planning to proceed, and a clearer division of responsibility for funding reconstructions is needed.

The Liberals propose that the City of Stockholm act more forcefully to protect privately owned buildings of high cultural value, such as Spånga Järn- och Färg. This would involve new strategies, clearer guidelines, and increased possibilities for compulsory administration if properties are mismanaged. The majority, however, believes that existing tools in the Planning and Building Act can be used more effectively, and that it is the government's responsibility to potentially introduce sharper national legislation.

Dennis Wedin (M) questioned Traffic Commissioner Lars Strömgren (MP) about upgrading Spånga station, highlighting its current heavy use by 8,000 daily passengers and projected increase due to 3,500 new homes. Wedin proposed a new western entrance, station expansion, improved pedestrian bridge, and bus terminal development to enhance the station. Strömgren acknowledged the station's issues and shared responsibility among Trafikverket, Region Stockholm, and Stockholm City, stating that comprehensive analyses are needed from Region Stockholm and Trafikverket for further planning and funding, though the city is already planning improvements to the immediate surrounding areas.

The City of Stockholm has expressed its views on the Swedish Transport Administration's plan to expand the Mälarbanan railway between Duvbo and Spånga from two to four tracks, generally supporting the capacity increase for train traffic. However, the city has raised concerns regarding coordination with its own urban development projects, impact on existing infrastructure and properties, and issues like noise protection and stormwater management to minimize disturbance for residents and secure future development in areas such as Solvalla and Bromsten.

The Moderates proposed reallocating 1.3 million SEK, previously withdrawn from the disqualified Ibn Rushd study association, to an organization combating antisemitism like the Swedish Committee Against Antisemitism (SKMA). However, the municipal board's majority rejected this motion and instead decided the funds should go to Studiefrämjandet Mälardalen to operate Kvinnornas bildningshus in Tensta.

The Moderates have inquired about upgrading Spånga station due to an anticipated significant increase in passengers from new housing, also seeking improvements in safety and accessibility. Traffic Commissioner Lars Strömgren responded that Region Stockholm and the Swedish Transport Administration must first detail the station's capacity issues and potential bus terminal expansion before further planning. He emphasized the shared responsibility of the Transport Administration, Region Stockholm, and the City of Stockholm, noting that the city is collaborating with Region Stockholm to clarify funding for future expansions.

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