MBTA reaches a compromise with Subway Musicians Options

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MBTA compromises with subway performers on new policy
By Helena Payne, Associated Press, 12/3/2003 16:59

BOSTON (AP) The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority has agreed to tweak its new Subway Performers Program, bending slightly to pressure from street artists and their advocates.

Last month, the MBTA announced the new policy, banning all forms of amplified music and horns, imposing a new $25 fee for annual performance permits and requiring performers to be ''neat in appearance'' and ''wear proper clothing.'' The T said the changes were needed so that safety and emergency announcements could be heard by riders.

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