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CMSA’s Statement on Immigration Enforcement in Chicago As an organization dedicated to uplifting and supporting Chicago’s LGBTQIA+ community, we recognize the heightened concerns surrounding recent federal immigration enforcement actions and their impact on our members. Chicago’s sanctuary city policies impact many communities, including LGBTQIA+ individuals. While immigration enforcement policies may change, CMSA remains committed to…
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Rack’m Up! 🎱 Play Pool! Registration is OPEN! Whether you’re looking to improve your billiards skills, or just enjoy a unique social activity, CMSA Pool is just for you! Wednesdays, Feb. 21-Apr. 16 at Surge Billiards. Register Now Rest in Peace, Sam Hamilton It is with immense sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved…
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CMSA Champions Inclusion and Equity for Trans Athletes The Chicago Metropolitan Sports Association (CMSA), the largest nonprofit LGBGQIA+ sports organization in the Midwest, proudly reaffirms its continued commitment to creating safe, affirming spaces for trans, gender non-conforming, intersex, and nonbinary athletes. On January 14, 2025 the U.S. House of Representative passed H.R. 28, which amends…
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CMSA Board of Directors December 4 2024 6:33 PM CT via Google Meet and Kevin’s Appt Participants Kevin (In Person) Ed (In Person) Christina (In Person) Geoff (In Person) Koplan (In Person) Chris (Google Meet) Ben (Google Meet) Shay (Google Meet) Agenda: Approve Agenda – Approved Approve September Minutes – Approved Approve October Minutes – Approved…
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Women’s+ Indoor Volleyball Registration is OPEN! Games will be Sundays at Kilbourn Park beginning Jan. 5. We have up to 3 levels of play depending on the registration of teams (Beginner, Intermediate, and Competitive). Free agents are welcome! Register Now W+🏀 Reg Open VERY Soon Registration for W+ Basketball opens in the next few days. Games are…
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CMSA Board of Directors 10/30/2024 6:07 PM CT via Google Meet Participants Ed Bill Chris Kevin Geoff Matt Shay Ben Koplan Christina Lad Ron Minutes: Approve Agenda – Approved Approve September Minutes Minutes -9 -26-2024 –postponed Treasurer’s Report Treasurer’s Report 2024-10-30 Committee Updates Travel Soccer is traveling to Las Vegas Flag Football to Austin Texas…
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CMSA Board of Directors 9/26/2024 5:30 PM CT via Google Meet Minutes: Previous Business Approve August Minutes Minutes – 8-27-2024 – Approved Approve Agenda – Approved Treasurer’s Report Treasurer’s Report 2024-09-26 New Business Welcome new BoD members & quick introductions Proposed Budget Review: CMSA General Budget FY 2025 – Draft Onboarding code of conduct (Bill…
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Say Cheese! The CMSA photographer has been making the rounds capturing images from various sports. Download, share on social, and tag away! #CMSA24 Check Out the Galleries! New CMSA Hall of Famers Congratulations to the 2024 inductees for the CMSA Hall of Fame! Your organization wouldn’t be what it is today without their selfless service.…
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CMSA Board of Directors 8/27/2024 5:30 PM via Google Meet Participants Ed, Christina, Kevin, Ron, Matt, Koplan Minutes: Previous Business Approve July Minutes Approved Approve Agenda Approved Treasurer’s Report Annual Draft Budget is created and will be sent out before next meeting There’s a CD for softball players that exists because of…
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July Board of Directors Meeting Tuesday, July 9 · 7:00 – 9:00 pm AGENDA Approval of Agenda Conduct Committee Update A special investigation was conducted by 2 members of the Conduct Committee into the actions of a player in the soccer league. The report of the investigation was emailed to the board for consideration and…
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