Representatives of business, however, welcomed the proposed changes.

Representatives of industry and the business community welcomed his appointment to the environment post.

Representatives of the European Community welcomed the Soviet diplomatic initiative after meeting on Saturday with Mr. Gorbachev.

Representatives of several business organizations welcomed the proposal, but the private hauling industry vowed to fight it.

Representatives of the four other parties in attendance welcomed him to the talks.

Representatives of Macy's creditors generally welcomed the judge's move.

Representatives of business, however, welcomed the appointment.

Representatives of industries most vulnerable to restrictions on carbon dioxide welcomed the findings, saying they raised provocative questions about the need for vigorous action on the climate.

Representatives from some advocacy groups, who have often criticized the Council as an ineffective counterweight to the Mayor, nonetheless welcomed Mr. Vallone's proposal.

Representatives of major environmental organizations generally welcomed the outlines of the proposed legislation, although they said they would work to strengthen it.