proposed_-_agm.docx
2025 PROPOSED CONSTITUTION AMENDMENTS
Addition of New Board Position – Director of Girls Lacrosse
Affected Section:
· Section 3.02 – Election of the Board of Directors
· Bylaws 2.01 – Duties of the Board of Directors
Motion:
That a new elected Board of Directors position titled Director of Girls Lacrosse be added to Section 3.02 and Bylaw 2.01.
Proposed Wording:
The Director of Girls Lacrosse shall be responsible for promoting, developing, and coordinating all girls’ box and field lacrosse programs within the CMLA. This includes recruitment initiatives, liaison with the Ontario Women’s Lacrosse programs, development of female-specific programming, and serving as the primary contact for female athletes, parents, and coaches. The Director shall submit a monthly written report 72 hours prior to a Board meeting to the Secretary to prepare for distribution at the meeting. The Director shall carry out other duties as assigned by the Board of Directors
Addition of New Board Position – Director of Off-Season Training & Programming
Affected Section:
- Section 3.02 – Election of the Board of Directors
- Bylaws 2.01 – Duties of the Board of Directors
Motion:
That a new elected Board of Directors position titled Director of Off-Season Training & Programming be added to Section 3.02 and Bylaw 2.01.
Proposed Wording:
The Director of Off-Season Training & Programming shall be responsible for planning, organizing, and overseeing all sanctioned CMLA off-season player and coach development programs, including skills clinics, conditioning sessions, and partnership initiatives with external organizations. The Director shall work closely with the Director of Player/Coach Development to align training and oversee all scheduling through out the year. The Director shall submit a monthly written report 72 hours prior to a Board meeting to the Secretary to prepare for distribution at the meeting. The Director shall carry out other duties as assigned by the Board of Directors.
Note: This role is being proposed to help elevate organizational functions from the Player and Coach Development Director. The two Directors will work close together, but this role will take certain tasks of the Director of Player and Coach Development.
Coaching Compensation Policy for Non-Parent Coaches
Affected Section:
- Section 7.14 – Representative Teams Coaches – Compensation
Motion:
That Section 7.14 be amended to include a provision allowing for payment of up to $2,000 for qualified non-parent head coaches recruited from outside the Association.
Proposed Wording:
In addition to current provisions, CMLA may allocate up to $2,000 per season for non-parent head coaches recruited from outside the Association. The amount shall be determined by a three-person committee consisting of the Vice President, Director of Player/Coach Development, and Director of Rep/Travel. The degree of money will be weighed on playing level, coaching skill set and overall capability to further benefit the organizations growth. In the event of a tie, the President shall cast the deciding vote. Once a decision is made, the committee will present to the Board of Directors for review and approval determined by vote. Hotel and travel expenses will continue to be covered by each individual team. The successful coaches will be selected for the team he/she applied for
U22 / Jr. B Player Card Allocation
Affected Section:
· Section 7.07 – Commitment to Rep/Zone
Motion:
That a subsection be added to Section 7.07 to address U22 player card allocation in partnership with Cambridge Jr. B.
Proposed Wording:
In partnership with Cambridge Jr. B, CMLA may allocate up to five (5) player cards to the Jr. B program, provided that U22 player needs have been met first. U22 players shall have priority in card allocation. If cards remain after U22 roster requirements are satisfied, the Jr. B program may use the remaining cards. The Jr. B program shall reimburse CMLA for each allocated card at the current OLA fee per card. If such players choose to play both U22 and JR B, the U22 team will receive said players U22’s team fees as well.
Bingo Volunteer Sessions
Affected Section:
· Section 7.07 – Commitment to Rep/Zone
Motion:
That a subsection be added to Section 7.07 to address Bingo Volunteer Commitments by each team within CMLA
Proposed Wording:
Each team in CMLA MUST volunteer 2 people from their respective team for 1 Bingo per year (2 hours) with OLG. This will be enforced by team managers at the beginning of the season to ensure compliance it met. Sign up sheets will be provided and handed back to the Director of Special Events after each team welcome meeting.