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18686 The policies which follow in the Plan vary in their scope and impli- cations. 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 (upon Plan adoption) acceptance of them as suitable approaches toward problem-solving, and goal realization. other val id approaches may ex i st - an may at any time be put into the P l an th - rough amendment procedures. Adoption of the Plan does not nec.essar i ly 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 recogn i ze , th at the written text of the Plan takes precedence over the Pl N diagram where apparent conflicts or i ncons i stenc i e-s exist. The Plan diagram is a generalized map which is intended to graphically reflect the broad goals, objectives, and policies. As such, it cannot be used independent from or take precedence over the written portion of the Plan. The degree to which the General Plan provides sufficient detail to meet the needs of each jurisdiction will have to be determined by the respective j ur i sd i ct ions . And where conflicts exist among the General Plan, refinement plans., and existing zoning, each jurisdiction will have to establish its own schedule for bringing the zoning and ref i n.ement plans into conformance with the General Plan. It is recognized that the needs, priorities and resources vary with each jurisdiction and that the methods and timing used to implement the Plan will also vary. E. Relationship to other Plans and Policies While the Metropolitan Area General Plan is the basic guiding land use policy document, it is not the only such document. As indicated in the Purpose section above (#8),, the General Plan is a framework plan and it is important that it be augmented by more detailed refinement plans, programs, and po -1 i c i es . Due to budget limits and other responsibilities, all such plans, programs, and pol 'ic ies cannot be pursued simultaneously. Normally, however, those of a metropolitan- wide scale should receive priority status. Refinements to the General Plan can include specific neighborhood or community plans; special purpose. or functional plans such as water, sewer, or transportation plans; or planning related policies. In all cases, the General Plan is the guiding document, and refinement plans and policies must be consistent with the General Plan. Should inconsistencies occur, the General Plan is the pre- vailing policy document. The diagram on the next page indicates the relationship 'of the Metropo l i t an' Area General Plan to refine- ment plans and p o l i c i e s . I -4