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The Environmental and Health Protection Committee approved the Environmental Administration's response to a referral from the City Executive Board regarding snow dumping. While the administration acknowledged that dumping snow in water, especially from high-traffic areas, contributes to pollution and should be minimized, it currently remains the only solution for maintaining accessibility during heavy snowfall. The committee emphasized the need to investigate alternative methods and allocate land for snow storage, noting that new dispensation conditions, valid until 2031, have been nuanced regarding "freshly fallen snow."

The Environment and Health Protection Committee rejected the Chemicals Agency's proposal to abolish the permit requirement for professional sellers of particularly hazardous chemical products, citing concerns it could boost sales of such products, weaken corporate self-regulation, and complicate oversight. However, the Committee approved other parts of the proposal, including removing the record-keeping requirement for business-to-business sales of dangerous chemicals and exempting e-liquids and tobacco-free nicotine products from chemical regulations. The Moderate Party members dissented, advocating for the removal of the permit requirement to reduce business costs.

The Environmental and Health Protection Committee approved the Environmental Administration's proposal responding to Linnéa Vinge (SD)'s motion to ensure meat as an option in the city's public meals. The Administration deemed current guidelines already provide healthy and nutritious food for various groups and support climate goals by increasing plant-based options and reducing meat, without removing choice. Anders Edin (SD) dissented, advocating for the motion to guarantee at least one full-value meat, poultry, or fish option at every lunch in preschools, schools, and elderly care.

The Environmental and Health Protection Committee approved the Environmental Administration's proposed referral response regarding a new "Program for Events" in Stockholm. While the Administration welcomed the program, it criticized the vague and insufficiently guiding language concerning environmental and climate impact. The Moderates and Vice Chairman Elin Hjelmestam (L) dissented, arguing the matter should be returned for further development to include broader dialogue with the event industry, as they felt the basis lacked practical knowledge.

The Environment and Health Protection Committee approved the 2025 annual report on Stockholm's air quality, which showed current environmental quality standards were met for all pollutants, with a clear decrease in nitrogen dioxide levels. However, future tightened EU requirements for PM10 particles were not met at S:t Eriksgatan and the E4/E20 at Lilla Essingen, and neither the "Clean Air" environmental quality objective nor WHO guidelines for particles were achieved in several central areas.

The Environment and Health Protection Committee approved a report on Stockholm City's climate goal follow-up for 2024 and 2025. The report indicates Stockholm is not on track to meet its 2030 climate targets or the long-term goal of a fossil-free city, having already exceeded its emissions budget in the first two years. Criticisms included that only 46 percent of 2025 procurements mandated fossil-free fuels and that supplier follow-up is insufficient.

The Environment and Health Protection Committee approved the minutes from the Disability Issues Council meeting on April 15, 2026. During that meeting, discussions included the Property Department's and Environment Department's budget proposals for 2027-2029, where the council raised questions about the refurbishment of Eriksdalsbadet and the City Library, and the cleanup of Bromma Airport should it close. The council also expressed concern about the environmental impact of designing minutes for print-friendly paper formats.

The Environmental and Health Protection Committee decided to acknowledge various received documents, including action plans for Roma inclusion, LGBTQI+ rights, national minorities, Sámi rights, and a plan for an age-friendly city. The committee was also informed about the audit report for 2025 and the City of Stockholm's annual report for the same year.

The Preschool Committee is to decide on writing off a debt of SEK 203,904 from Barnstugan Linden preschool, which went bankrupt on December 11, 2023. As the bankruptcy is concluded and available funds have been distributed, the city cannot recover the full amount.

Politicians from the Centre Party, Moderates, and Liberals have questioned the Preschool Committee regarding Yxan preschool, whose main provider approval was revoked in March 2026. They ask if the decision is based on current information, what changes Yxan has made since the 2022–2023 inspection, and how the city supports independent preschools in rectifying deficiencies before intervention. The administration responded that inspections follow the Education Act, include recent annual reports, and that interventions aim for correction and proportionality.

Council member Desirée Johansson highlighted deficiencies in decision documents for planning matters, specifically how green spaces are presented. She argued the documents too narrowly focus on biotope protection and stormwater, neglecting crucial values like recreation, play, shade, and local climate. The subsequent discussion also pointed out that cultural-historical values and overall ecological connectivity are frequently missing from these documents.

The Council decided on the program for its 2026 outing and dinner. The day will include a visit to the City Library to learn about its ongoing renovation, and a stop in Hagastaden where former member and landscape architect Anders Jönsson will present Timglasparken, designed by his firm.

The Municipal Board's Personnel and Gender Equality Committee received an oral report on full-time employment statistics from the Director of Development and HR and a strategist. The committee noted the report, which was then filed, meaning the information was recorded without any further decisions being made at this meeting.

The Municipal Executive Board's Personnel and Equality Committee noted an oral presentation on the results of Jämix 2025, a tool to promote equality. Alexandra Wynn, Director of Development and HR, and strategist Andreas Williamsson presented the results. No decision on further actions was made, and the information was simply filed.

The City Executive Board adopted new local market regulations for Stockholm, aiming for greater flexibility by removing eight unused market squares and establishing seven new temporary ones. These changes intend to boost safety, curb crime, and attract small-scale or local producers, despite criticism from the Moderates and Centre Party regarding simultaneous fee increases.

The City Executive Board decided to reject a motion from Jan Jönsson and Sara Svanström (L) proposing Stockholm develop a digital map function to facilitate trade logistics. The majority argued that the city already provides similar information through existing platforms like trafiken.nu and open data. Jan Jönsson dissented, stating that current solutions do not meet the trade sector's need for comprehensive real-time information.

The City Executive Board rejected Sara Svanström's (L) motion to improve pedestrian safety at dangerous crossings, which proposed mapping, prioritizing, and implementing measures. The Board instead referred to the city's ongoing and planned traffic safety work for unprotected road users, which already includes similar actions. Jan Jönsson (L) dissented, advocating for the motion to achieve more systematic and rapid improvements.

The City Executive Board approved the Preschool Committee's proposed functional program for preschool premises. This program will guide the construction of new preschools and the renovation of existing ones, aiming to ensure suitable, safe, and secure environments for children. Stockholm City Hall AB was also asked to have relevant companies adopt the program, and the Preschool Committee is tasked with continuously updating its supporting materials. The decision was reserved by the Moderates, Sweden Democrats, Liberals, and Centre Party, who all presented their own proposals.

The City Executive Board considered a remitted item regarding the City of Stockholm's child health program. The board approved the program as presented by the Executive Office, though the Moderates, Liberals, and Centre Party reserved their positions in favor of their own proposals.

The City Council rejected the Liberals' proposal to open up the "Stockholmshusen" housing model to more competing actors. While the proponents wanted to investigate how increased competition could boost construction rates, lower costs, and broaden the number of developers, the City Executive Board stated that the system is already open and involves multiple actors. Council Member Jan Jönsson (L) dissented from the decision.