At least they are talking and discussing and that is good. Off the record talks are where a lot of decision making is done. It's a tough deal this year when issues are so divided, especially with what to do with the PF.
So let them go down the hill for pizza,fun and games at Bullwinkles or the bowling alley. Perhaps gourmet breakfasts over a steaming cup of coffee at Sandpiper will help get em to consensus...