The Lakes District Film Appreciation Society has purchased a lot on Third Avenue, right across from the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako (RDBN).
John Illes, President of the Lakes District Film Appreciation Society, said the deal was primarily motivated to increase parking spaces for theatre viewers.
“We are happy to provide parking space for Beacon Theatre patrons,” said Illes.
The lot was purchased from a private owner for just under $20,000. As part of Beacon Theatre’s insurance coverage, deciduous trees that could grow tall and fall on vehicles needed to be removed.
Illes said the film society is now hoping to lease the parking space to the RDBN during the day. Illes expects to close this deal before the end of the month.