David R. DeCancio for Bethlehem Town Board

David R. DeCancio for Bethlehem Town Board As your Councilman, I am here to listen, serve, and lead with integrity. Let’s create a future rooted in trust, transparency, and genuine connection.

Together, we will build trust through honest conversations that unite and strengthen our community. I’ve been a Bethlehem resident for 23 years, my wife Christine and I are raising our two daughters and two little pups here in Selkirk. I’m the proud son of Cuban refugees, and am the first Latino to ever be elected to the Bethlehem Town Board. As your town board member, I will bring a new energy an

d passion to town government. And, I am someone who believes that its better to get it right than to be RIGHT! My parents taught us the importance of standing up for what’s right and that we needed to give back as much as possible as a way to repay this great country that gave our family hope and opportunity. Like you, my wife and I choose to raise our family here in Bethlehem because of the truly amazing quality of life here. In no small part thanks to our neighbors, friends and family who volunteer countless hours at various community groups, organizations and our schools. Following in my mom’s footsteps, I too, found a passion to give back and have been an active member of our community for nearly two decades. In doing so I have built lasting relationships with so many great people that I never would have had the opportunity to get to know if we hadn’t volunteered. These relationships have shown me that despite our different life experiences, backgrounds and ideologies we all have one thing in common —Bethlehem, and how we want to make our community the best place to live, raise a family and/or to own and run a small business. In 2018 I was honored to be the recipient of the Bethlehem Chamber of Commerce Community Spirit Award for my commitment to our community and extensive volunteerism — including, but not limited to, Bethlehem Opportunities Unlimited (BOU), playing an integral part of the First Night Bethlehem organizing committee and St. Thomas Church Pastoral Care Ministry. Recently, I have realized that volunteerism alone isn’t enough and that I can do more to serve. Our community needs a partner, someone who will bring people together and always put the best interest of our families over ones self-interest or politics. We all know positive and lasting change happens when we build coalitions — that includes people from every corner of town, families with children and empty nesters, young professionals to retirees as well as those from across the political spectrum. And despite all the social media noise and division being spread, I do truly believe we all have so much more in common than divides us — if we listen to one another with respect. As your town board member I’ll continue doing what I’ve been doing for two decades – rolling up my sleeves and working with, for, and alongside you to make Bethlehem a place we can all be proud to call home.

05/30/2026

few sprinkles early on, but the skies have cleared! ☀️ Bring the kids to the Delmar-Bethlehem EMS Open House for 🚒 fire trucks, 🐕 dogs, 🍿 popcorn, and 🍦 ice cream. Elsmere Fire Dept Selkirk Fire Department Bethlehem Police Department

Looking for weekend plans? Check out the great events and activities happening throughout town this weekend! Delmar-Beth...
05/30/2026

Looking for weekend plans? Check out the great events and activities happening throughout town this weekend!
Delmar-Bethlehem EMS Bethlehem Public Library Town of Bethlehem, NY

This weekend I tried the ‘Cuban Mojo’ seasoning from McCarroll's The Village Butcher and WOW. From the very first bite, ...
05/26/2026

This weekend I tried the ‘Cuban Mojo’ seasoning from McCarroll's The Village Butcher and WOW.

From the very first bite, I knew they got it right. This Cuban officially gives it the Cuban seal of approval — absolute candela. 🇨🇺🇺🇸
Get some today at the Delmar Market Place

🚨🚨🚨🚨BAKE SALE🚨🚨🚨🚨 TODAYI’m here at the Bethlehem Grange #137, Albany County —don’t let the r...
05/23/2026

🚨🚨🚨🚨BAKE SALE🚨🚨🚨🚨
TODAY

I’m here at the Bethlehem Grange #137, Albany County —don’t let the rain keep you away! Stop by, grab something sweet, and help make a difference locally.

Proceeds support Patty's Place Inc. in providing fresh produce, hygiene items, and essential necessities for seniors in our community.

They will be selling till 6pm!
Bethlehem Local News & Events

🇺🇸 Remembering our fallen heroes this Memorial Day weekend 🇺🇸 This weekend, let us come together in remembrance and hono...
05/23/2026

🇺🇸 Remembering our fallen heroes this Memorial Day weekend 🇺🇸

This weekend, let us come together in remembrance and honor of the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom, our safety, and the country we love.

Our prayers, love, and heartfelt gratitude go out to the families who continue to honor and carry their legacy every day.

Land of the free because of the brave.
God Bless the USA.

🇺🇸🇺🇸The Bethlehem Memorial Day Parade will be held on Monday, May 25th, beginning at 11:00 AM and starting from the American Legion Post. 🇺🇸 🇺🇸
Town of Bethlehem, NY American Legion Post 1040 Blanchard-Currey Post Delmar NY Albany County Veterans Service Bureau Bethlehem Memorial VFW Post 3185 Delmar Fire Department Elsmere Fire Dept North Bethlehem Fire Department Selkirk Fire Department Slingerlands Fire Department Bethlehem Police Department

SAVE THE DATE:
05/23/2026

SAVE THE DATE:

Celebrate the 33rd annual National Senior Health and Fitness Day at the Elm Avenue Park on Wednesday, May 27th! This free event provides various vendors and rotating fitness demos from 12-2:30PM. No lunch—but light snacks, watermelon and water will be provided.

SCHEDULE:

🔹Beginning at 12:00PM- Various vendors
🔹12:30-1:00 PM: Pickleball demo with Rick Bird
🔹1:00-1:30 PM: T’ai Chi demo with Rosemarie Tobin
🔹1:30-2:00 PM: Silver Sneakers introduction and demo with Dr. Jen

This Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we honor the history, culture, and contributions of the AAPI co...
05/21/2026

This Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we honor the history, culture, and contributions of the AAPI community. We’re proud to celebrate the impact of the community today and every day.

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