Thursday meeting planned about Humota fate
This scene of the Humota with the current marquee was captured by local photography buff Tom Tierney. Photo courtesy of Tom Tierney.
By KENT THOMPSON
A full-fledge effort to save the Humota Theatre is under way. There will be a community meeting this Thursday, July 19, at 6 p.m. at Humboldt City Hall, 29 5th St. S., to discuss a future plan for community involvement in saving the movie theatre.
The effort comes following an announcement two weeks ago that the theatre will close Sept. 1, unless a plan is in place to provide a transition from the current ownership of R.L. Fridley Theatres to a local group, hopefully a non-profit corporation who would be able to operate the theatre and keep it open as a local business and an entertainment venue for the community.
The city of Humboldt will not be taking over operation of the theatre. The city’s involvement will be as a resource and a conduit to try to organize individuals who are interested in forming a group to help save the theatre.
Thursday's meeting is open to the public and interested citizens are encouraged to participate. Call Humboldt City Hall at (515) 332-3435, or e-mail Humboldt City Administrator Travis Goedken with questions at travisg@cityofhumbold.org.
