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Street cred
Ald. Burton Natarus (42nd) wants to clamp down on street musicians with a new ordinance that would set noise limits, ban them from parts of downtown and require a $150 permit. So RedEye asks: Are street performers a novelty or a nuisance?
“Chicago has traditionally been a musical town, and the music comes from the street. Why would you want to take that away?”
Ward Powell [50, South Side]
“I think they’re a lot of fun–it gives a little flavor to the city.”
Nick Flip [23, Lakeview]
“I’m from New Orleans, so it’s part of culture, part of life. Some people have certain talents, including standing still for a long time. Why not use them?”
Sheena Williams [21, Albany Park]
