1.   The fact-finding process involves a more formal discussion, during which each party again presents its position and supporting facts.

2.   The University has established a Museums Committee to permit more formal discussion of common problems amongst its museums and is about to launch a review of the Ashmolean.

3.   Although some observers have pinpointed possible sites in Scottsdale, city spokesman Mike Phillips said there are no formal discussions about hosting the stadium.

4.   After several hours of closed-door talks, the council agreed to defer further formal discussion until next week.

5.   But he also said he talked to Rose Bowl officials Thursday and they told him they have had no formal discussions with Behring.

6.   But that was pure conjecture, and no formal discussions were ever held.

7.   Clippers general manager Elgin Baylor on Tuesday had his first formal discussion with veteran Bill Fitch about the opening.

8.   Deputy commissioner Russ Granik says there have been no formal discussions with NBC.

9.   Formal discussions began several weeks ago.

10.   It was the third time they held formal discussions and the fifth time they met.