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The City Council is recommended to approve the digitalization of map appendices for Stockholm Municipality's general local order regulations, aiming to make the rules clearer and more accessible for residents. Additionally, an amendment is proposed to extend the requirement to pick up dog waste city-wide, rather than just in the inner city, and the appendix regarding the prohibition of nitrous oxide abuse will also be digitized.

Jonas Naddebo (Centre Party) has directed an interpellation to Traffic Commissioner Lars Strömgren, urging an increase in the availability of saunas and baths in Stockholm. Naddebo argues that despite ambitions to establish Stockholm as a sauna city, the city's approach has become more bureaucratic, resulting in fewer saunas rather than more. He seeks to understand how the Commissioner intends to simplify regulations and ensure the city's objective of developing Stockholm as a sauna and bathing destination is met.

Per Rosencrantz (M) questioned Emilia Bjuggren (S), Commissioner for Education, Labour Market, and Schools, about how the city addresses declining birth rates and an aging population, and how this impacts school, housing, and labour market planning, particularly given the cancellation of a school in Hagastaden. Commissioner Bjuggren responded that the city closely monitors demographic trends, which influence budget and planning, including reallocating costs for empty school premises. She stressed the city's need to alleviate housing shortages and be an attractive employer with affordable housing for common professional groups, highlighting Stockholm's low municipal tax.

Moderate politician Andréa Hedin questioned City Commissioner for Schools Emilia Bjuggren (S) on the slow implementation of social media restrictions in Stockholm schools, stressing the need for immediate, clear action to ensure a focused learning environment and questioning the targeted approach and lack of out-of-class restrictions. Bjuggren responded that a filter for social media and inappropriate websites on school devices is prioritized for the autumn term, with the administration still investigating differentiated restrictions for different age groups, but with the baseline that social media should not be accessible during school hours and also examining 24/7 blocking.

Dennis Wedin (M) has submitted an interpellation to Traffic Commissioner Lars Strömgren (MP) regarding the handling of approximately 10,000 closed reports via the City of Stockholm's "Tyck till" app. These reports primarily concerned the deficient snow removal in January that paralyzed the city. Wedin seeks to understand the lessons learned, whether lowered expectations are part of the strategy, and the contents of those 10,000 reports.

Dennis Wedin (M) questioned traffic commissioner Lars Strömgren (MP) on why Stockholm does not measure and publicize ice thickness at popular locations, arguing it would enhance safety. Strömgren responded that the city promotes ice safety through campaigns, but irregular ice conditions due to boat traffic and currents make measurements potentially misleading. He concluded that the city therefore has no plans for regular ice thickness monitoring and publication.

Andréa Hedin (M) questioned Social and Security Commissioner Alexander Ojanne (S) regarding the evaluation of the Skolsociala team plus (SST+) project. Hedin highlighted the project's success in helping students with high absenteeism but also noted implementation issues, such as only 28 of 60 places being filled, and sought the Commissioner's view on this, future development plans, and a timeline for city-wide access. Alexander Ojanne (S) responded that SST and SST+ methods would be integrated into a cohesive school-social support chain, with a new model currently being piloted in two districts, to be evaluated in summer 2026 before wider implementation, while existing SST teams are simultaneously reinforced in non-pilot districts.

Kristin Jacobsson (Centre Party) questioned Elder and Culture Commissioner Torun Boucher (Left Party) about residents at Micasa's senior housing Väduren no longer being allowed an after-dinner drink with coffee at self-organized Thursday get-togethers. The Centre Party views this as unnecessary paternalism that hinders a valued social activity for adults. Torun Boucher responded that the city adheres to alcohol laws, requiring a serving permit if the district administration organizes the event, but a solution has been found: residents can continue their "cognac fika" by organizing it themselves in the common room, without the city as organizer. This solution respects both the law and residents' wishes.

Tom Hedrup (M) questioned Housing Commissioner Deniz Butros (V) about the rising debt of municipal housing companies, currently around SEK 36 billion, with annual interest costs of SEK 1 billion, fearing it would displace welfare investments. He inquired about future debt projections, reduction plans, potential property sales, and the risk to the city's credit rating. Butros responded that the housing companies are well-managed and financially strong, confirming the city's stable AAA/A-1+ credit rating and stating no negative impact is expected from the housing companies. She emphasized that the majority will not sell properties, but instead protect and expand the housing stock, with new projects self-financing and not burdening taxpayers, also suggesting government support like reintroducing investment grants.

Moderaterna's Johan Paccamonti questioned Housing Commissioner Deniz Butros (V) on Stockholm's housing policy, challenging the proposal to densify villa areas with multi-family houses and build more rental apartments in co-op areas, arguing this threatens green spaces and ignores residents' desires for villas. Butros responded that the city aims for mixed development to combat segregation and inequality, build homes for average incomes, and simultaneously strengthen nature protection through new nature reserves.

Liberal councillors Jan Jönsson and André Nilsson propose that the city investigate opening up the Stockholmshusen model to more actors, including private property developers, to increase construction speed, cost-efficiency, and diversity in the housing market. The City Executive Board suggests that the motion be answered, stating that increased competition has already been introduced through a dynamic purchasing system, which has expanded the number of qualified contractors from three to twelve.

Councillor Sara Svanström (L) proposed mapping dangerous pedestrian crossings in Stockholm, establishing a priority order, and implementing measures to ensure safe crossings, especially for pedestrians and people with disabilities. However, the City Executive Board suggests responding to the motion by stating that the Traffic Committee is already addressing similar issues, a response criticized by the Liberals who argue the work needs to be more systematic and expedited.

The Liberals propose the city create a digital map function to facilitate trade in Stockholm by streamlining deliveries, providing businesses and transporters real-time overview of loading zones, roadworks, and traffic disruptions. However, the City Executive Board suggests rejecting the motion, stating the city already addresses these issues broadly and offers similar information through existing platforms like trafiken.nu and open data.

A motion by Jan Jönsson (L) proposed equipping all Stockholm schools with shower stalls, citing concerns that many students avoid showering after sports due to feeling unsafe and lacking privacy in changing rooms, impacting their well-being and participation. The City Executive Board suggests responding by noting that the Education Committee is already reviewing how to make showers and changing rooms safer, with shower stalls being one potential solution.

The Liberals propose that the City of Stockholm develop a strategy to keep rents for community halls, association premises, and community centers at a low and sustainable level, ensuring good operating conditions for non-profit organizations and civil society. However, the City Executive Board suggests responding to the motion by stating that the city is already addressing the issue, including through an investigation into the Culture Committee acting as a primary tenant.

Nike Örbrink (KD) proposed that the City of Stockholm establish a long-distance shooting range for hunters and to strengthen preparedness. However, the City Executive Board suggests rejecting the motion, deeming it difficult to find a suitable location in Stockholm due to high demands on land area and safety distances, as well as noise impact and competition with other land-use interests like housing and recreational areas.

A motion proposes that the City of Stockholm LGBTQ+ certify home care services and collaborate with interest organizations to improve the treatment of LGBTQ+ individuals in elder care. This aims to ensure homes are safe spaces where no one needs to hide their identity, addressing reports of inadequate treatment and concerns among older LGBTQ+ individuals about receiving home care.

Jonas Naddebo (C) proposed that the City of Stockholm investigate the possibility of constructing floating football pitches. While various committees and companies found the idea interesting and potentially complementary to existing sports facilities, they highlighted significant practical challenges regarding cost, location, and environmental impact. The City Executive Board suggests that the motion be answered by referring to this statement, meaning no specific directive will be issued to further investigate floating football pitches.

The Liberals proposed an inquiry into improving and simplifying conditions for Stockholm's associations, aiming for the city to have Sweden's best association climate by mapping existing hurdles. However, the City Executive Board suggests rejecting this motion, stating similar work is already underway, including a new association policy for 2026.

Sergej Salnikov (SD) proposed a pilot project for a citizen-led budget, allowing residents to decide on the use of a portion of municipal funds, with an evaluation after two years. However, the City Executive Board suggests rejecting the motion, noting that the city already has an established citizen budgeting process, having completed 17 such projects between 2023–2025.