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The Board of Stockholms Stadshus AB approved a 2026 forecast showing improved financial results but also sharply increasing investment volumes and debt. The opposition (M, L, C) expressed concern over the rapidly growing debt, which leads to higher interest costs and risks lowering the city's credit rating. They argued that increased debt crowds out welfare investments and called for measures to reduce debt, such as selling assets and prioritizing investments.

The Board of Stockholms Stadshus AB held a meeting on June 15, 2026, where they approved the parent company's first quarterly report for 2026. This formally accepted the company's financial report for the first third of the year.

The Board of Stockholms Stadshus AB decided to establish a new financial policy for the group and approved new investment guidelines for S:t Erik Försäkrings AB. Subsidiary companies were also urged to adopt this new financial policy to ensure consistent financial governance across the City of Stockholm group.

The board of Stockholm City Hall AB responded to the City Audit Office's annual report for 2025 in accordance with the group management's official statement. This signifies that the company has formally commented on the audit's review of how it managed taxpayer funds during the previous year.

The Group Board proposes that the City Council lift the swimming ban at nine specific locations in central Stockholm, including parts of Norra and Södra Djurgården, Årstaviken, Marievikskajen, northern Reimersholme, southern Lilla Essingen, Luxviken, Gröndal, and southern Skeppsholmen. They also suggest allowing swimming in city-approved, purpose-built structures. Jonas Naddebo (C) dissents, arguing the city should instead introduce a general swimming permit rather than lifting bans piecemeal.

The City Executive Board will consider a motion by Jonas Naddebo (Centre Party) proposing that the Sports and Real Estate Committee be tasked with expanding regional cooperation on all sports facilities to increase physical activity among children and youth, citing a lack of facilities. The presenting City Commissioner, Jan Valeskog, suggests the City Council reject the motion, arguing that existing collaborations are in place and the city is already actively building new facilities and engaging with neighboring municipalities, especially for niche sports. Opposing members from the Moderate Party, Liberal Party, and Centre Party propose approving the motion and conducting an inquiry to address challenges arising from differing regulations and fees between municipalities.

A motion from Hanna Wistrand (L) proposed that the City of Stockholm investigate the long-term need for and funding of leisure activities for children and young people with disabilities, arguing that their opportunities are limited and unevenly distributed. However, the City Executive Board suggests rejecting the motion, stating that similar collaborations already exist through networks like "Fritid för alla" and the Association for Greater Stockholm's Culture and Leisure Managers (FSKF).

The motion proposes cancelling the land allocation for housing at Solviksängen along Alviksvägen and including areas 25 and 44 in the Ålstensskogen and Storskogen nature reserve. Instead, it proposes building new rental housing in Bromma within larger areas that have already been developed, such as Alviks strand, Brommadepån and Linta Gårdsväg, where more than 2,000 homes are planned. However, the city administrations assess that the site could be considered for around 50 homes, with its natural and recreational values to be investigated further during the detailed planning process.

A motion suggests Stockholm City should investigate using the work tunnels in the New Östberga Tunnel as shelters or protected spaces for residents. The City Executive Board proposes responding to the motion by stating that the national government, through the Agency for Civil Protection, is responsible for identifying shelter needs and funding. The city awaits a national process and requirements before it can inventory and potentially adapt such spaces.

A motion by Jonas Naddebo (C) proposed expanding regional cooperation on all sports facilities through the Sports Committee and Real Estate Committee, aiming to increase physical activity among children and youth by addressing facility shortages that limit organized sports. However, the City Executive Board suggests rejecting the motion, citing sufficient existing cooperation and stating that providing facilities for amateur sports is each municipality's own responsibility.

A motion suggests Stockholm City investigate the need for and funding of leisure activities for children and youth with disabilities, as current offerings are unevenly distributed across the county. The motion proposes stronger inter-municipal cooperation to ensure all children have access to regular leisure activities, but the City Executive Board recommends rejecting it, citing existing collaborations like "Fritid för alla" and the Association of Greater Stockholm's Culture and Leisure Managers (FSKF).

A motion by Therese Lindström (M) proposes that Stockholm introduce more mobile tree plantings with seating in areas where in-ground planting is not possible, such as streets and squares, to create greener, more pleasant urban environments with more meeting places. The City Executive Board suggests responding to the motion by pointing out that similar work is already underway in the city, including tree planting initiatives and a new tree policy.

A motion by Sergej Salnikov (SD) proposes the city ensure student housing is used correctly, not sublet without permission, or retained post-studies, to free up residences for new students. The motion suggests municipal housing companies implement systematic controls, new routines for detecting illegal subletting, and information campaigns. However, the City Executive Board recommends rejecting the motion, stating that municipal housing companies already actively conduct study checks and address unauthorized subletting, rendering new directives unnecessary.

Council members Claes Nyberg and Ismail Ali (C) proposed that the Education Administration initiate idea-driven public partnerships with associations offering homework help in socioeconomically disadvantaged and overcrowded areas, and that the city provide premises for this. The aim is to reduce educational disparities for children who struggle to find a quiet place to study at home. The City Executive Board suggests rejecting the motion, stating that homework assistance is the school's responsibility and that idea-driven partnerships are not the appropriate form of collaboration, despite valuing non-profit contributions. Jonas Naddebo (C) dissents, advocating for the motion's approval, arguing that current efforts are insufficient and collaboration with civil society is crucial.

Moderates in Stockholm propose the city develop a strategy for "pocket parks" and green walls to boost greenery and liveability. This would involve identifying sites for small parks and installing more green walls. The City Executive Board suggests responding to the motion, but without creating a dedicated strategy, as similar initiatives like converting paved areas into green spaces and micro-parks are already underway within city administrations.

Councillors Therese Lindström and Theréz Randquist (M) proposed a pilot beekeeping project to develop a strategy for strengthening biodiversity and pollinator habitats on city properties. However, the City Executive Board suggests rejecting the motion, stating that the city's existing action plan for biodiversity and ongoing work already address these issues, making a separate strategy or pilot project unnecessary.

Sergej Salnikov (SD) proposed that Stockholm City investigate using its properties and work tunnels as shelters to strengthen civilian protection. The City Executive Board suggests rejecting the motion, noting that the state, through the Agency for Civil Defense, is responsible for establishing shelters, and that the city is already working to enhance civil preparedness.

Council member Dennis Wedin (M) proposed establishing a new accessibility council to enhance cycling safety in Stockholm by improving signage, increasing connectivity between the inner and outer city, and adding 10,000 new bicycle parking spots. However, the City Executive Board suggests rejecting the proposal, stating that the city already addresses these issues through existing processes and its Bicycle Plan, making an additional accessibility council unnecessary.

A motion proposed that Stockholm introduce "cultural sound zones" to protect and develop the city's cultural and entertainment life, especially in areas like Slakthusområdet, allowing higher noise levels even at night. However, the City Executive Board suggests rejecting the motion, stating that current work is already underway and that such zones are not feasible under existing environmental laws, which must be applied uniformly across the city.

The Moderates propose that all municipal primary and secondary schools in Stockholm be locked around the clock to unauthorized individuals. This proposal, put forth by Johan Nilsson (M), aims to enhance school safety, as unauthorized persons can currently freely access many schools during the day. The measure seeks to create a more secure environment for students and staff.