Sofia Municipal Council Finally Elects (Temporary) Chairman After Eighth Attempt

In a dramatic turn of events, the Sofia Municipal Council has finally reached an agreement on the selection of a chairman after seven previous unsuccessful attempts. The councilors have settled on Tsvetomir Petrov from the We Continue the Change-Democratic Bulgaria-Spasi Sofia (WCC-DB-SS) coalition to temporarily fill the position. Petrov, who previously garnered only 26 votes at the last meeting, emerged as the chosen candidate despite initial challenges.

Vili Lilkov, speaking on behalf of his colleagues, emphasized their support for Petrov and clarified that the election is temporary, slated to last until July. Carlos Contrera echoed this sentiment, describing the decision as a necessary step to initiate the council's work. Contrary to speculation, he denied the position being rotational and emphasized the absence of formal coalitions in the council, labeling the agreement as an "administrative hurdle."

While "Vazrazhdane" pledged their support for Petrov, they reiterated their commitment to serving as a steadfast opposition within the council. Ivan Takov from the Bulgarian Socialist Party expressed concerns about the city's current state, highlighting the urgency of effective leadership. Proshko Proshkov from GERB-SDS echoed these sentiments, underscoring the need to prevent chaos and ensure responsible administration in Sofia.