Roman Zarzycký’s commanding position stems from ANO’s victory in the October 9–10, 2026 municipal elections in Plzeň, where the movement secured the largest share of seats in the 47-member assembly. Voters rewarded the incumbent’s record on housing construction, infrastructure delivery, and local governance over four years. A coalition agreement with STAN and Pro Plzeň was reached within days, granting ANO a council majority and confirming Zarzycký’s reappointment as mayor with a stable mandate. Opposition candidates, including those from ODS, STAN, and smaller lists, trail far behind due to weaker results and limited leverage in post-election negotiations. While late shifts in assembly support or unforeseen procedural hurdles could theoretically alter outcomes, the rapid coalition formation and seat distribution make such scenarios improbable before the next term.