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C.O.P.S. stands for Communities Organized for Public Service

For 50 years, COPS/Metro Alliance has given ordinary people a powerful voice in the decisions that affect their communities. We are a nonpartisan organization of dues-paying member institutions working to improve life for families in the San Antonio region. Our members have included religious congregations, schools, civic associations, labor and professional organizations, and non-profits.

We are a university of public life where people become leaders, developing the courage and skills to accomplish more than they ever thought possible.

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Honoring the Legacy of Pope Francis

April 21, 2025

It is with great sadness that COPS/Metro joins the world in mourning the loss of Pope Francis today. Pope Francis was a friend, an ally, and a supporter of our organization because he, too, believed in our focus on social justice. He welcomed our...

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Spurs Ownership Has Failed to Make the Case for a New Publicly Funded Stadium

March 27, 2025

  [Excerpt] The whole effort has been largely shielded from the public, with meetings behind closed doors. Now that San Antonio and Bexar County have entered into an agreement to continue these conversations, the lack of transparency will likely continue. That's why we're calling...

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