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met to the same degree in every instance. Use of the Metro Plan requires a balancing of its various components on a case-by-case basis, as well as a selection of those goals, objectives, and policies most pertinent to the issue at hand. I The policies which follow in the Metro Plan vary in their scope and implications. Some call for immediate action; others call for lengthy study aimed at developing more specific policies later on; and still others suggest or take the form of policy statements. The common theme of all the policies is acceptance of them as suitable approaches toward problem-solving and goal realization. Other valid approaches may exist and may at any time be included in put into the Metro Plan through l~Ian amendment procedures. Adoption of the Metro Plan does not necessarily commit the jurisdictions to immediately carry out each policy to the letter, but does put them on record as having recognized the validity of the policies and the decisions or actions they imply. The jurisdictions can then begin to carry out the policies to the best of their ability, given sufficient time and resources. In addition, it is important to recognize that the written text of the Metro Plan takes precedence over the Metro Plan Diagram where apparent conflicts or inconsistencies exist. The Metro Plan Diagram is a generalized map which is intended to graphically reflect the broad goals, objectives, and policies. As such, it cannot be used independently from or take precedence over the written portion of the Metro Plan. The degree to which the Metro Plan provides sufficient detail to meet the needs of each jurisdiction will have to be determined by the respective jurisdictions; and where conflicts exist [ among the Metro Plan, refinement plans, and existing zoning, each jurisdiction will have to establish its own schedule for bringing the zoning and refinement plans into conformance with the Metro Plan. It is recognized that the needs, priorities, and resources vary with each jurisdiction and that the methods and timing used to implement the Metro Plan will also vary. Relationship to Other Plans,_-am~Policies~ and Reports Where tT_he Metro Plan is the basic guiding land use policy document, aad but it is not the only such document. As indicated in the Purpose section, above, the Metro Plan is a framework plan, and it is important that it be supplemented by more detailed refinement plans, programs, and policies. Due to budget limits and other responsibilities, all such plans, programs, and policies cannot be pursued simultaneously. Normally, however, those of a metropolitan-wide scale should receive priority status. Ref'mements to the Metro Plan can include: (a) city-wide comprehensive policy documents, such as the 1984 Eugene Community Goals and Policies; (b) functional plans and policies addressing single subjects throughout the area, such as the 2001 Eugene-Springfield Public Facilities and Services Plan (Public Facilities and Services Plan) and 2001 TransPlan ~'~at~, sm~er, or transportation plans; and (c) neighborhood plans or special area studies that address those issues that are unique to a specific geographical area. In all cases, the Metro Plan is the guiding document, and refinement plans and policies must be consistent with the Metro Plan. 1-5