Audubon Creates Four-Way Stop Near Elementary School

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The city of Audubon, Iowa is implementing a new four-way stop intersection near the local elementary school starting tomorrow. The city council approved the change last year to slow down traffic and enhance safety for students crossing the street, especially during afternoon dismissal times.

Why it matters

With an elementary school located in the area, the city council determined that a four-way stop was necessary to protect students and families who need to cross the street. Audubon has seen some traffic safety issues in the past, making this an important step to address concerns about student safety.

The details

The new four-way stop will be installed at the intersection of Leroy Street and South Street, just east of the elementary school. The city hopes the additional stop signs will force drivers to slow down and be more cautious, especially during the busy after-school period when many students are crossing the street.

• The city council approved the four-way stop resolution last year.
• The new traffic signals and stop signs will go into effect tomorrow, April 1, 2026.

What’s next

The city will monitor traffic patterns and safety at the intersection after the four-way stop is implemented to determine if any further adjustments are needed.