Isiah Christie 
Road safety has long been a focal initiative in Hoboken, with the city reporting nine years without a traffic death as a result of its Vision Zero road safety initiative. The City of Hoboken has announced further support for road safety by installing all-way stop signs at 12 intersections in the city. Continue reading to learn about Hoboken’s new all-way stop signs and how they help road safety.
City of Hoboken Announces All-Way Stops at 12 Intersections
On Monday, May 11th, 2026, the City of Hoboken announced the addition of all-way stop signs and updated pavement markings at 12 intersections in the city. This was done to support and improve safety around locations serving vulnerable populations, including schools, senior facilities, transit stops, and parks.
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The all-way stop signs and pavement markings have been installed at the following intersections:
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- Clinton Street + 10th Street: Located between Hoboken High School + Wallace Elementary School, near Columbus Park, and along a bus route
- Jefferson Street + Third Street: Located near a church
- Park Avenue + 13th Street
- Park Avenue + Ninth Street: Located near Brandt Elementary School
- Willow Avenue + Second Street: Located near a bus stop + American Legion Post 107 housing
- Clinton Street + 11th Street: Located near Wallace Elementary School and a bus stop
- Jefferson Street + Second Street: Located near Hoboken Dual Language Charter School
- Adams Street + 11th Street
- Bloomfield Street + Sixth Street
- Grand Street + Second Street: Located near the Multi-Service Center and Senior Center
- Jackson Street + Fourth Street: Located near Mama Johnson Field
- Jefferson Street + Ninth Street: Located near public housing and the Hudson-Bergen Light Rail
This effort is part of Hoboken’s Vision Zero initiative, which aims to eliminate all traffic-related injuries and deaths in the city by 2030. “By prioritizing intersections near these destinations, we are making Hoboken more accessible, more walkable, and safer for everyone while advancing our Vision Zero mission.” Hoboken Mayor Emily B. Jabbour stated in a press release. “I also want to recognize Hudson County’s support and shared interest in safety as several intersections are under their jurisdiction.”
How Do All-Way Stop Signs Work?
All-way stop signs, also known as 4-way stop signs, require that every driver come to a full stop at the stop line or intersection. According to the New Jersey MVC’s driver manual, right-of-way is determined by the order in which vehicles arrive, with the first vehicle to stop being the first to proceed. In the case that two vehicles arrive at an all-way intersection at the same time, the car furthest to the right has the right of way.
According to the press release released by the City of Hoboken, the recently-installed all-way stop signs are supported by analysis conducted by transportation engineers. These evaluations assessed factors like pedestrian and vehicle volumes, crash history, and intersection sightlines. It was also stated that the city “will continue to evaluate intersections and implement safety improvements as part of its broader Vision Zero strategy.”
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