The name of the corporation as incorporated and existing under and by virtue of the Illinois General Not for Profit Corporation Act of 1986, as amended ("the Act") shall be the Chicago Metropolitan Baseball League (the "League"). The League shall have powers as are now or as may hereafter be granted by the Act.
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This League is organized exclusively for such social and athletic purposes as will qualify under Illinois statute for a non-profit corporation. It has been formed for the purpose of serving its member franchises ("Member Franchises") by organizing the finest amateur baseball league in the State of Illinois and Midwest; a league where an up and coming young prospect for professional baseball may play and develop; where the talented veteran player can enjoy playing among the best competition; and bring friendship and sportsmanship to the League and its community.
## Powers
The League shall have and exercise all rights and powers conferred on corporations under the Act, provided, however, that the League is not empowered to engage in any activity which in itself is not in furtherance of its purposes and limitations as set forth in these Constitutions and Bylaws.
The League shall have and exercise all rights and powers conferred on corporations under the Act, provided, however, that the League is not empowered to engage in any activity which in itself is not in furtherance of its purposes and limitations as set forth in these Bylaws.
## Limitations
Notwithstanding any other provisions of this Constitution and Bylaws (the "Bylaws"), the following rules shall conclusively bind the League and all persons acting for or on behalf of it:
Notwithstanding any other provisions of these Bylaws, the following rules shall conclusively bind the League and all persons acting for or on behalf of it:
1. No part of the net earnings of the League shall inure to the benefit of, or be distributable to, any director of the League, officer of the League, or any other private individual (except that reasonable compensation may be paid for services rendered to or for the League affecting one or more of its purposes). No director, officer, member, or any private individual shall be entitled to share in the distribution of any of the corporate assets upon dissolution of the League.
This Policy document ("League Policy") is adopted pursuant to the League’s Constitution and Bylaws and governs the operational rules, procedures, and competitive structure of the League. In the event of a conflict between this document and the Constitution and Bylaws, the Constitution and Bylaws shall control.
This Policy document ("League Policy") is adopted pursuant to the League’s Bylaws and governs the operational rules, procedures, and competitive structure of the League. In the event of a conflict between this document and the Bylaws, the Bylaws shall control.
## League Governance
The Commissioner is responsible for the day-to-day administration of League operations in accordance with the Constitution and Bylaws and League Policy. The Board provides oversight of League operations and may review or direct actions of the Commissioner.
The Commissioner is responsible for the day-to-day administration of League operations in accordance with the Bylaws and League Policy. The Board provides oversight of League operations and may review or direct actions of the Commissioner.
### Operational Rights of Member Franchises
1. Member Franchises in Good Standing shall have the right to participate in League governance on matters of League operation as provided herein.
1. Member Franchises shall have the right to appeal disciplinary or eligibility decisions affecting them in accordance with procedures set forth in this document.
1. Each Member Franchise is entitled to one vote in voting matters.
1. Member Franchises may provide input and vote in an advisory capacity on matters of League policy, administration, and operation.
1. Member Franchises may vote with binding effect on playing rules, competition rules, and on-field regulations, except where authority is otherwise reserved by this document or the Constitution and Bylaws.
1. Member Franchises may vote with binding effect on playing rules, competition rules, and on-field regulations, except where authority is otherwise reserved by this document or the Bylaws.
1. Exercise of these rights is contingent upon the Member Franchise being in Good Standing.
### Budget
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## Amendments and Rule Changes
### Constitution and Bylaws
Amendments to the Constitution and Bylaws are governed exclusively by the procedures set forth therein. Nothing in League Policy shall modify or supersede those requirements.
### Bylaw Amendments
Amendments to the Bylaws are governed exclusively by the procedures set forth therein. Nothing in League Policy shall modify or supersede those requirements.
### League Policy Amendments
1. League Policy may be amended to address League operations, administration, discipline, or procedures.
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Member Franchises are expected to prioritize their commitments to the League. Participation in outside leagues is permitted by agreement with the League. Participation in outside leagues does not relieve a Member Franchise or its Players of League obligations, including playing games on their League-scheduled dates and times. Violations of this provision may result in disciplinary action.
### Penalties and Fees
The Commissioner may levy fines to any League Member franchise or player subject to Board oversight. Fines may be levied for violation of this Constitution and its Bylaws or conduct unbecoming of a representative of the League. The penalties and amounts set forth in this section are operational in nature and may be adjusted by the Commissioner with Board oversight, unless otherwise specified.
The Commissioner may levy fines to any League Member franchise or player subject to Board oversight. Fines may be levied for violation of Bylaws or Policies or conduct unbecoming of a representative of the League. The penalties and amounts set forth in this section are operational in nature and may be adjusted by the Commissioner with Board oversight, unless otherwise specified.
1. Late payment of annual dues shall incur a penalty of ten dollars ($10.00) per week, not to exceed five (5) weeks.
1. Members in violation of the above shall be placed on temporary suspension for a period of two (2) weeks.
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1. A Manager aggrieved by a discretionary or judgment decision of the Commissioner may request Board review within seventy-two (72) hours of the decision; the Board may, in its sole discretion, accept or decline review, and if it accepts review, it may affirm, modify, or reverse the Commissioner's decision by majority vote. The Board is not required to hold a hearing or provide a written explanation when declining review, and unless the Board grants a stay, the Commissioner's decision remains in effect pending Board review. Decisions on appeal or Board review are final.
## Annual League Meeting
The League shall hold an annual meeting in according with the Constitution and Bylaws. Quorum and voting thresholds are governed by the Constitution and Bylaws. The annual meeting process shall consist of the following stages:
The League shall hold an annual meeting in according with the Bylaws. Quorum and voting thresholds are governed by the Bylaws. The annual meeting process shall consist of the following stages:
### Pre-Meeting of the Current Board
Prior to the annual meeting, the current Board shall convene to prepare and approve the proposed agenda, voting items, and supporting materials for member review.
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1. Confidence votes on League Officers (including Commissioner, Treasurer, and Secretary).
1. Discussion of any Policy or Rules amendments.
Unless otherwise provided in the Constitution and Bylaws, advisory and confidence votes are non-binding and are intended to guide Board action.
Unless otherwise provided in the Bylaws, advisory and confidence votes are non-binding and are intended to guide Board action.
### Post-Meeting of the Newly Constituted Board
Following the annual meeting, the newly constituted Board shall convene to:
1. Confirm or appoint League Officers as required by the Constitution and Bylaws;
1. Confirm or appoint League Officers as required by the Bylaws;
1. Consider advisory vote results and adopt final operating decisions;
1. Approve or reject new Member Franchises;
1. Assign committees, roles, and implementation responsibilities for the upcoming season.
This shall constitute the Board's annual meeting requirements as required by the Constitution and Bylaws
This shall constitute the Board's annual meeting requirements as required by the Bylaws
## Conduct and Discipline
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### Team Rosters; Players and Eligibility
#### Roster Deadline; Roster Size
Prior to June 1, each team has an “open roster.” League teams must submit a roster of their players to the Commissioner no later than June 1 of each year. Any team that does not submit its roster to the Commissioner by June 1 as required by this [Roster Deadline; Roster Size](#roster-deadline-roster-size) and in accordance with the information requirements in [Roster Information Requirements](#roster-information-requirements) shall be deemed not in Good Standing. Consequences of not being in Good Standing are defined in [Classification; Standing](#classification-standing) of the Constitution. This submitted roster plus any and all legal roster transactions per [Roster Transactions](#roster-transactions), shall be considered official. Players not on a team’s official roster are ineligible for play, except where specifically noted in this [Teams And Managers](#teams-and-Managers).
Prior to June 1, each team has an “open roster.” League teams must submit a roster of their players to the Commissioner no later than June 1 of each year. Any team that does not submit its roster to the Commissioner by June 1 as required by this [Roster Deadline; Roster Size](#roster-deadline-roster-size) and in accordance with the information requirements in [Roster Information Requirements](#roster-information-requirements) shall be deemed not in Good Standing. This submitted roster plus any and all legal roster transactions per [Roster Transactions](#roster-transactions), shall be considered official. Players not on a team’s official roster are ineligible for play, except where specifically noted.
Each team’s roster must contain a minimum of sixteen (16) players and shall not exceed twenty-six (26) players, in each case, excluding non-playing Managers and coaches.
#### Roster Information Requirements
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The League shall use a point system to determine the standings. A team is awarded:
1. Two (2) points for a win (including a win against a team in technical forfeit)
1. One (1) point for a win while in technical forfeit (see [Forfeits](#forfeits))
1. One (1) point for a win while in technical forfeit (see [Technical Forfeit](#technical-forfeit))
1. One (1) point for a tie game
1. Zero (0) points for a loss
1. Minus two (-2) points for a loss by forfeit (see [Forfeits](#forfeits)).
1. Minus two (-2) points for a loss by forfeit (see [Forfeit](#forfeit)).
### Standings Tie-breakers
In the event two teams finish the regular season in a tie for a position, the following tie-breaking procedure will take effect:
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1. A team may begin a game with eight (8) players up to two (2) times in one season. A team that fails to field nine (9) players at the start of the game after receiving 2 (two) prior technical forfeits shall forfeit all subsequent games.
1. A team in technical forfeit shall remain in technical forfeit, regardless of the number of players with which it finished the game.
If a ninth player does not arrive or arrives after forfeit time, the team shall be in technical forfeit, as defined in [Forfeits](#forfeits).
If a ninth player does not arrive or arrives after forfeit time, play may continue, but the short team shall be in technical forfeit, as defined in [Technical Forfeit](#technical-forfeit).
#### Protests
Protests may only be made on the grounds of a violation of a rule stated in League policy or playing rules. Protests may not, under any circumstances, be based on the judgment of an umpire’s call. The protesting team’s Manager must notify the umpire of the protest at the time the violation occurred.
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### Game Outcomes
#### Technical forfeit
#### Technical Forfeit
If a team is in technical forfeit status, the game may proceed as permitted by Playing Rules, but the following applies:
1. A team in technical forfeit that wins shall receive one (1) standings point for that game.
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#### Forfeit
If a game is forfeited, the following applies:
1. The forfeiting team must pay, at the time of the forfeit, the full cost of the umpire(s), and shall be considered not in Good Standing as defined in [Classification; Standing](#classification-standing). Teams will be considered not in Good Standing until payment is made.
1. The forfeiting team must pay, at the time of the forfeit, the full cost of the umpire(s), and shall be considered not in Good Standing. Teams will be considered not in Good Standing until payment is made.
1. The forfeiting team shall receive a loss and a minus two (-2) point standings penalty.
1. The non-forfeiting team shall receive a 7 runs to 0 runs win in the standings and is entitled to a full (2) standings points.
1. The forfeiting team must pay the full cost of umpire fees for the forfeited game.
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- Any rule requiring specialized equipment or trained personnel, such as replay review.
## Pre-Game Meeting
Before first pitch, the Managers and the umpire-in-chief shall conduct a pre-game meeting. A Manager may designate a team delegate to attend on the Manager’s behalf. At this meeting, the teams shall exchange lineups and review any applicable field or ground rules with the umpire.
Before first pitch, the Managers and the umpire-in-chief shall conduct a pre-game meeting. A Manager may designate a team delegate to attend on the Manager’s behalf. At this meeting, the teams shall exchange lineups and review any applicable ground rules with the umpire.
## Regulation Games
Games played under the auspices of both recognized Managers of the participating teams shall count as official. A regulation game is defined as follows
1. A regulation game is scheduled for seven (7) innings.
2. A game becomes a regulation game after four (4) completed innings, or after 3 1/2 innings if the home team is ahead.
3. If the score is tied after seven (7) completed innings, play shall continue until a winner is determined, unless the game is called and recorded as a tie under applicable called-game provisions.
4. The run-rule, or "Slaughter Rule", thresholds are:
1. A game becomes a regulation game after four (4) completed innings, or after 3 1/2 innings if the home team is ahead.
1. If the score is tied after seven (7) completed innings, play shall continue until a winner is determined, unless the game is called and recorded as a tie under applicable called-game provisions.
1. The run-rule, or "Slaughter Rule", thresholds are:
1. Fifteen (15) runs after four (4) complete innings, or after 3 1/2 innings if the home team is ahead;
2. Twelve (12) runs after five (5) complete innings, or after 4 1/2 innings if the home team is ahead.
3. Ten (10) runs after three (3) complete innings in a game that is called under applicable called-game provisions.
5. If a game is called before it becomes a regulation game, it is a “No Game” and shall be replayed from the start, unless otherwise required by provisions in League Policy.
6. Exceptions, including completion requirements for suspended games, are governed by League Policy (e.g., in the case of playoff or championship games).
1. Twelve (12) runs after five (5) complete innings, or after 4 1/2 innings if the home team is ahead.
1. Ten (10) runs after three (3) complete innings in a game that is called under applicable called-game provisions.
1. If a game is called before it becomes a regulation game, it is a “No Game” and shall be replayed from the start, unless otherwise required by provisions in League Policy.
1. Exceptions, including completion requirements for suspended games, are governed by League Policy (e.g., in the case of playoff or championship games).
### Reasons for a Game to be Called
An umpire, in their discretion, may declare a game called if
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