Since our establishment in 1971, OTMRA has served as the voice of the Old Town community advocating city services for businesses and residents. Working in partnership with our local aldermen, the OTMRA addresses issues concerning development in the neighborhood, streetscape maintenance, business development, and promotion of the neighborhood as a destination in Chicago. The OTMRA also hosts regular social events, informational workshops, business roundtables, and the Wells Street Art Festival every June. Commercial Retention & Attraction Strategy Our goal is to continue Old Town’s evolution as a safe and vibrant location to live, work and laugh. Our efforts are centralized around the popular Wells Street commercial corridor, an area flush with varied businesses and services including: retailers, health/wellness services, bars and restaurants, comedy clubs, independent theatre and community organizations. Wells Street is a designated bike corridor as well, with painted lanes in both directions.