BOSTON —

MBTA officials will begin checking next month that riders within the subway system have paid their fares.

Starting on Sept. 8, the agency will begin issuing warnings, and eventually citations, to riders who have not tapped to pay at a fare gate or farebox. Latest Forecast

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"Our riders deserve a safe and reliable mass transportation system that is available for them when they need it. With strong support, we are making significant progress, but to sustain it, we owe it to our riders and the public at large to do our part and collect all appropriate fare revenue," MBTA General Manager and CEO Phillip Eng said in a statement.

The MBTA said 16 Fare Engagement Representatives, who wear blue shirts and khaki pants, will visually

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