I think the 2010 date is far better than trying to rush things now for this spring. Plus, as the movement grows and starts to get more and more press, it will be like a sword hanging over politicians in Washington. They will definitely think twice before making any moves in the next 12 months (not that they still won't try).
This makes sense.
I'll be there. Oh and people may want to book their hotels early. Hotels always raise their rates when the house begins to fill. The closer you get the date, even Howard Johnson's will be charging over $200.00 per night.
Another option would be to do a block rate at a specific hotel for all NES people attending. You not only have a number of rooms blocked, but you will get then at a significant discount.
I can help negotiate that if folks are interested.