Ohio Council of Deliberation

Welcome to the 2026 Ohio Council of Deliberation!

On behalf of the Ohio Council of Deliberation, Susan and I look forward to greeting you in Toledo at our 128th annual session as together we Journey On in Scottish Rite Freemasonry.

Valley of Toledo Message

Meeting & Accommodation

Standard rate accommodations will be posted here once available!

Special Guests

Stay tuned for news regarding our Special Guests.

2026 Meritorious Service Award Recipients

The following Brethren will be honored with the presentation of the Meritorious Service Award.  Their Valley is listed with their name:

  • Craig A. Jennings – Akron
  • Charles Cook – Cambridge
  • Gary D. Lanoux – Cambridge
  • Gordon L. Broome – Canton
  • Joseph E. Fye – Canton
  • Dolby H. Bennett – Cincinnati
  • Lawrence S. Harris, Sr. – Cincinnati
  • David W. Cazan – Cleveland
  • Bruce E. Conner – Cleveland
  • Gregory G. Adams – Columbus
  • Mark F. Aldridge – Columbus
  • James A. McConnell – Dayton
  • Robert E. Potts – Dayton
  • Leland H. Kemerley – Firelands
  • Eric E. Clary – Gallipolis
  • Scott D. Evans – Gallipolis
  • George R. Monroe, III – Steubenville
  • William J. Pacak – Toledo
  • Virgil S. Garwood – Toledo
  • Gregory L. Bennett – Youngstown

Schedule – Saturday June 6 (all tentative)

  • 1:30p – Business Session
  • 1:30p – Ladies’ Luncheon and Program
  • 5:15p – Banquet Room doors open
  • 5:30p – Banquet
  • MSA Ceremony to follow banquet

Banquet

Tickets for the banquet may be purchased for $TBD per person

  • Stay tuned for the menu!
  • Please make us aware of food allergies when registering for the event.
  • PLEASE NOTE: Beverages from hospitality rooms MUST NOT be brought into the Banquet Room, as this will violate the terms of our contract with the venue.

Ladies’ Program

The Ladies’ Program will be announced as we near the event!

Registration

General registration will open nearer the event. For any questions about registering, please contact George Tilden at valleyofakronohio@gmail.com .


Step 1: Reserve your attendance (closed)
Please note:  If you are an Active, Deputy’s Representative, Grand Lodge Officer, MSA Recipient, 33° Candidate or a Distinguished Guest please do not register here. Refer to the designated link on your welcome letter.
Step 2: Book your accommodations (closed)
Step 3: Purchase your tickets (closed)
Step 4: (Optional) If your Lady is attending the Ladies’ event, please click here for her to add a fun fact about herself!

Note for ticket purchases: The ticket purchase link allows purchasing all event tickets at the same time. The purchase page permits changing quantities to your preference, but defaults to one of each ticket type. Please check that quantities are correct before submission!

On-site registration check-in begins on Friday June 5 from 2p-5p for distinguished guests, and resumes on Saturday June 6 from 8a-3p for all attendees.

Cancellation Policy

For room cancellations please call the hotel directly at xxx. The Ohio Council of Deliberation understands that emergencies may arise; however, after the deadline date to be posted, the Banquet and Ladies’ Program fees are non-refundable. When reservations are submitted, supplies and dinners are ordered in advance and OCD will have to cover these costs even if you cannot attend. Please contact George Tilden at (234) 900-5424 if you have made reservations and can no longer attend. Any refunds requested will be issued after OCD less the website fees.