Märsta is not an independent municipality or county-level jurisdiction. It is a **locality within Sigtuna Municipality** in **Stockholm County**, and local governance is therefore carried out primarily by the **Sigtuna kommun** municipal government.
### Administrative structure - **Country:** Sweden - **County:** Stockholm County - **Municipality:** Sigtuna Municipality - **Locality:** Märsta
### How government works locally Sweden's municipalities are responsible for many everyday public services. For Märsta residents, this generally includes: - Preschool and compulsory schooling - Elder care and social services - Local planning and zoning - Water, waste, and sanitation coordination - Local roads and some recreational facilities - Cultural and community services
### Political representation Residents of Märsta vote in elections for: - The **Riksdag** (national parliament) - **Stockholm County** regional representation - **Sigtuna Municipal Council**
Because elected offices change after elections, current officeholders should be checked on official government sources. The municipality is headed politically by elected local leadership rather than by a separate mayor in the strong executive sense found in some countries.
### Public services Public administration and service provision are shared across the municipality, and many residents also rely on regional systems based in greater Stockholm, including healthcare and transportation. Märsta's importance within the municipality means it hosts a significant share of schools, local commerce, sports facilities, and administrative or service functions.
