The Logansport Common Council approved Ordinance 2025‑22 on Sept. 8, adopting time‑clock expectations for city employees after council members debated how the rule would apply to salaried staff who are sometimes called to work outside normal hours.

The ordinance passed on second reading by roll call. Council members voting in the recorded roll calls included BJ Cox, Chris Howard, Cameron Austin, Hailey Zensmaster, Scott Beatty, Susie Wamsley and Dave Morris; the clerk announced the ordinance “passes on its second reading.”

Councilman Dave Morris led questioning and said he wanted a legal opinion about whether it is appropriate to require salaried employees to clock in daily. He asked, “Are we legally okay asking them to do this?” Morris said concerns included employees who work irregular hours or who are called back at night for urgent tasks.

City staff and other council members responded that the intent was to record attendance and that flexibility exists for after‑hours calls. A city staff member summarized one practical approach: “Our only requirement for people on salary is that they just clock in. You just say I’m here for the day because that’s all we’re checking.” Council members discussed using written forms or supervisor verification to record after‑hours responses when employees are called in from home.

Council members said the time clocks have been purchased and paid for (committee discussion earlier noted an expenditure of about $29,000). Proponents said the system clarifies who is on duty for liability and payroll records; opponents asked for clear written guidance to employees so expectations are understood. Councilman Morris said he supported the time clocks but wanted written direction for affected staff before the policy was enforced.

On the second reading council vote, the mayor called the question and the ordinance was adopted; the meeting minutes record unanimous support across those present. The council asked city administration to distribute guidance to employees explaining the ordinance and how the time clocks will be used and adjusted for after‑hours call‑outs.

No amendment to the ordinance was adopted at the meeting; council members indicated they could amend Section 2 later if needed after staff clarification or employee feedback.