Wisconsin Democrats moved ahead Wednesday with plans for running the state Senate, even though the crucial recall contest they say handed them a one-seat majority remained too close to call.

At a news conference, Senate Democratic Leader Mark Miller of Monona said he is the new majority leader and has already spoken with Republican Leader Scott Fitzgerald about the transition, dismissing the possibility that incumbent GOP Sen. Van Wanggaard might seek a recount.

"We look forward to opening up the governmental process to the public," Miller said. Fitzgerald said Miller's stance is premature.

Democrats forced Wanggaard, Fitzgerald and two other GOP senators into recalls as payback for supporting Gov. Scott Walker's divisive policies. One of the senators resigned rather than defend her seat, creating a 16-16 split between Democrats and Republicans.

Democrats had to win only one of the contests Tuesday to seize control of the chamber; Republicans cruised to wins for three of the seats but had to win all four to retake a majority.

It likely won't matter much who ultimately wins the chamber, at least right now. The Legislature isn't expected to convene again until January, and whichever party gains the majority will have to defend it before then in November's elections.