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Polk County Health issues cease-and-desist for Frederic Motel; board to await county determination

Frederic Village Board · January 1, 2026
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Summary

Police Chief Larson told the Frederic Village Board that Polk County Health has issued a cease-and-desist to Richard Berget, owner of the Frederic Motel, over licensing concerns; the board said it will wait for county findings before taking further action.

Police Chief Larson informed the Frederic Village Board on Jan. 13 that Polk County Health has issued a cease-and-desist letter to Richard Berget, the owner of the Frederic Motel, regarding the motel's license.

Chief Larson said he has attempted to contact the motel manager to discuss the county action but had not yet reached them. The board recorded that it would wait for Polk County Health’s determination before pursuing any further action or local enforcement.

President Amanda Blackmon was present for the discussion and the board did not take immediate unilateral action; members agreed to revisit the item after Polk County Health provides its findings.