City-wide

The Liberals propose that Stockholm increase its efforts on electrification, such as faster expansion of charging stations and allocating more budget funds, arguing this is crucial for climate goals and current measures are insufficient, especially regarding unequal charging access. The majority responds that electrification is already a key part of the city's climate action plan with many ongoing measures, while criticizing the Liberals' national government actions, which they claim hinder electrification nationwide.

Two Liberal members, Sara Svanström and Elin Hjelmestam, proposed that Stockholm investigate and implement higher parking fees for fossil-fueled vehicles to reduce emissions and improve air quality. The City Executive Office and the Traffic Committee responded that this is not possible under current legislation, but the city has proposed a legal amendment to the government. Despite these legal obstacles, the district councils of Farsta, Hägersten-Älvsjö, and Södermalm believe the proposal could be an effective instrument for achieving the city's climate goals.

Council members Jan Jönsson and Christina Tufvesson (L) proposed that Stockholm City investigate creating more affordable and accessible premises for associations and local entrepreneurs, especially in the outer city, to strengthen local engagement. The City Executive Board suggests responding by acknowledging existing initiatives like "Föreningsservice" and "Kulturlotsen" are already addressing this, while welcoming continued discussion on the need for more meeting places.

Local politicians from the Centre, Moderate, and Christian Democrat parties proposed that sports clubs should retain their subsidized rental rates even when selling light beer at events. They argued that current regulations, which increase rent when light beer is sold, create an unnecessary financial burden for these clubs. The city has already decided to adjust the fee structure for 2026, allowing for subsidized rates even with light beer sales, thus fulfilling the motion's request.

The Liberals have proposed developing a strategy for Stockholm's small house and villa areas, advocating for new constructions to better integrate with their surroundings and ensure sufficient green spaces, highlighting their importance to the city's identity. The City Executive Board suggests responding to the motion by noting that the City Planning Committee is already addressing these issues, especially in light of upcoming changes to the Planning and Building Act which will prompt a review of relevant guidelines.

The Liberals, led by Jan Jönsson and Christina Tufvesson, proposed that the municipality develop an action plan to reduce dropouts from SFI (Swedish for Immigrants) education, aiming to help more immigrants complete their studies for easier employment and integration. However, the majority in the City Executive Board and several district committees deemed a new plan unnecessary, asserting that the city already employs structured measures like flexible education and planned study breaks to address dropouts. While acknowledging known reasons for dropouts often lie beyond the school's control (e.g., students finding jobs or having other commitments), the Liberals maintain that a dedicated action plan would make the work more concrete and transparent.

Council members Kristin Jacobsson and Svante Linusson (Centre Party) proposed an investigation into adapting Stockholm's parking garages into shelters equipped with water, sanitation, and ventilation, and that future construction projects require garages to be convertible into shelters. However, the City Executive Board suggests rejecting the motion, arguing that the city should await national requirements and state funding before implementing significant population protection measures.

Liberals Jan Jönsson and Sara Svanström proposed that non-profit associations should be allowed to manage smaller parks in Stockholm through user agreements, aiming for greater engagement and better maintenance. While the Traffic Committee and other administrations welcome engagement, they stress that the city must retain primary responsibility for park maintenance and safety. The City Executive Board suggests that the motion be addressed by referring to the statement, effectively rejecting the motion but acknowledging its viewpoints.

The Liberals proposed that the city investigate how to create more workplaces in Söderort, noting that many residents commute elsewhere for work, leading to congestion and a less vibrant area. The city responded that they are already addressing this, with a 2026 budget mandate to analyze the need for office spaces and strengthen workplace development in Söderort, including by locating municipal operations there.

Councillor Dennis Wedin (M) contends that new business creation has declined and the business climate in Stockholm has worsened. He proposes moving new business advisory services back to Stockholm Business Region from the Labour Market Committee and investigating a consolidated permit center for businesses. The City Executive Board disagrees that the business climate has deteriorated, highlighting the development of advisory services through the Entreprenör Stockholm initiative, which focuses on green transition, social entrepreneurship, and in-demand professions. They find this new model more targeted and fiscally responsible, recommending the motion be addressed by referring to existing business promotion efforts.

Liberal politician Jan Jönsson proposed naming a public space in Stockholm after Aaron Isaac, the first Jew permitted to settle in Sweden without converting to Christianity in 1775, to highlight Jewish history and contributions, especially as it marks 250 years since Jewish life was established in Sweden. However, the City Executive Board rejected the proposal, citing existing places connected to Isaac (such as Aaron Isaacs gränd and a Jewish cemetery) and concerns about potential confusion from a new name. They instead suggested enhancing information about the current sites, for example, with signage.

Jan Jönsson (L) proposed that the City of Stockholm investigate the prevalence of Afrophobia in city schools, including by analyzing reports of discrimination and hate crimes. The city responded that a broader mapping of all forms of racism in schools is already underway in 2025, and Afrophobia is part of that effort. They believe the results of this broader survey should be awaited before deciding on additional specific investigations.

Councillor Jan Jönsson (L) proposed a new survey on antisemitism in Stockholm's schools and preschools, citing an increase since the last one in 2021, with the goal of developing a new action plan. However, the City Executive Board stated that the city is already actively working against antisemitism and prefers to await the completion of current national and local investigations in 2025 before conducting new surveys.

Councilor Jan Jönsson (L) proposed introducing a Swedish language test, similar to the existing math test, for students entering upper secondary school to better assess reading comprehension and provide feedback to compulsory schools. However, the City Executive Office, the Education Committee, and City Commissioner Emilia Bjuggren (S) rejected the proposal, citing concerns about its scope, design challenges for comparable results with 9th-grade grades, and insufficient benefits to justify the cost, referencing a previous 2022 inquiry. Moderaterna and Liberalerna reserved against the decision, arguing the test is crucial for early detection and remediation of reading comprehension deficiencies.

Jan Jönsson (L) proposes that the City of Stockholm map the prevalence of homo- and transphobia across all its operations to counter discrimination. Most committees believe the city already addresses these issues through its human rights program and an action plan for LGBTQI+ rights. However, Jönsson and other critics argue that the focus should shift more towards users' experiences and that more operations should become LGBTQ-certified.

Jan Jönsson and Anne-Lie Elfvén (both L) proposed measures to simplify and improve conditions for Stockholm's tourism industry, suggesting reduced bureaucracy, better service, and clearer rules for restaurants, hotels, and nightlife, including shorter processing times and a review of outdoor seating and dance permits. While municipal offices believe these issues are already being addressed, Svensk Handel and Visita Stockholm support the proposal.

The Liberals propose that Stockholm City map the use of digital tools in preschools and develop clear guidelines to ensure preschools are largely screen-free, especially for younger children, prioritizing their development through play and interaction. However, city management and several district councils believe the recently revised preschool curriculum already addresses these issues by stipulating that analog tools should be the norm for the youngest children and digital tools used restrictively with a clear educational purpose.

The Liberals propose Stockholm map honor-based oppression in city preschools to better combat it and support staff, stating the extent of the issue is unknown but a serious violation of children's rights. The municipal executive board majority wants to await a national inquiry on the topic while emphasizing the city will continue its work against honor-related violence and oppression.

Destiny Zandi Lindgren (KD) proposed that Stockholm aim to maintain at least the 2020 level of parking spaces, arguing that parking is crucial for residents and that more underground garages could improve the city. However, several municipal committees and companies, including the traffic and development committees, oppose this, stating it would conflict with current city plans to reduce car traffic, improve accessibility, lessen climate impact, and free up valuable space; consequently, the City Executive Board recommends rejecting the motion.

The Liberals have proposed revising the city's land allocation policy to better support social housing initiatives, seeking clearer social requirements regarding housing types and target groups, and a larger role for the Social Services Committee. However, the City Executive Office, the Exploitation Committee, and Stockholm City Hall AB believe these intentions are already addressed in ongoing work on new land allocation guidelines and a housing provision action plan, arguing that social requirements have already been strengthened and the Social Services Committee's expertise is considered. The Liberals disagree, contending that the policy lacks concrete, binding requirements to effectively tackle structural homelessness and housing accessibility for low-income individuals.