In addition, some key Democratic legislators have expressed reservations with the plan.

"When appropriate, the governor will include other key legislators in these leadership meetings."

And for many months, he made little effort to cultivate key legislators in Albany.

The Administration won over several key legislators by staging a tactical retreat two weeks ago.

In interviews, several key legislators said that with the deadline so close, a major overhaul would be impossible this week.

Lobbyists also recommend using news organizations, particularly in the home districts of key legislators.

This year, key legislators on both ends of the political spectrum expect little opposition to the measure.

Several key legislators have already voiced opposition to the Mayor's plan for restructuring the board.

"It has really been lobbyists for the auto industry and a couple of key legislators holding this up."

It was a new Congress and key legislators were in attendance.