East Bank Boulevard debate continues as amendment vote looms Planning Commission will consider changes to Major and Collector Street Plan, laying groundwork for future Wasioto Bend area Julianne Akers Julianne Akers Author email Jul 23, 2026 Jul 23, 2026 Updated Jul 23, 2026 Facebook Twitter WhatsApp LinkedIn SMS Email Facebook Twitter WhatsApp LinkedIn SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Facebook Twitter WhatsApp LinkedIn SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Gift this article New subscriber benefit! Copied to clipboard Out of gifts for the month Unfortunately you've used all of your gifts this month. Your counter will reset on the first day of next month. Share this article paywall-free Email Copy Link A proposed model for the future East Bank Boulevard could include four motor vehicle lanes with two center bus lanes and varying bike lanes. 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