FILE - In this Feb. 13, 1991 file photo California Gov. Pete Wilson talks with reporters following a meeting with the state's legislative leaders concerning the state budget, at the Capitol in Sacramento, Calif. Since the early 80's California governors have used so-called "Big 5" meetings with legislative leaders, behind closed doors, to work out budget deals, that has often resulted in benefits for lawmakers and special interests. Also seen, left to right, Senate Pro Tem David Roberti, D-Los Angeles, Senate Minority Leader Ken Maddy R-Fresno, Assembly Speaker Willie Brown, D-San Francisco, and Assembly Minority leader Ross Johnson, R-Fullerton. (AP Photo/Rich Pedroncelli, File)