Selkirk Fire Breaks Ground
on New HQ
NYVT NEWS/ Ravena News Herald 8/25/25
My statement on Public Service Commission’s upcoming vote on National Girds proposed multi-year rate hike (8/14/25)
My statement regarding repeated power outages.
June 27, 2025
My commitment to our community is what drives me.
6/11/25: The Spotlight Newspaper.
Town to consider lowering speed limit to 25mph.
6/18/25: I expressed my view that community input must be gathered via public hearings from every helmet in town before action should be taken.
Bethlehem Senior Services & Bethlehem Public Library host Disco night.
6/4/25: Another great event Ed put on by our outstanding Senior Services department. A fund time was had by all.
Presenting the Judge Jordan Memorial Scholarship.
5/14/25. I was honored to be on the panel with my fellow Bethlehem Youth Court Board of Directors for the Judge Jordan competition. mark was a dear friend and former Bethlehem Town Justice.
Walk and Roll Fest 2025.
5/18/25
Bethlehem Chamber PicklePalooza.
5/4/25: First annual PicklePalooza Community Festival & tournament at the Elm Ave pickleball courts. Andy and I accomplished our goal of not getting hurt.
Kindness Garden at Elm Ave Park.
4/23/25: kindness is contagious.
Delmar Resident and Holocaust Survivor.
4/30/25: Tonight, I had the honor of sitting down with Dr. Raymond Naar, a Delmar resident and Holocaust survivor. He shared his powerful story of survival—from hiding in Athens with his mother to his father’s imprisonment at Bergen-Belsen.
I was humbled to present him with a proclamation recognizing April 29th as End Jew Hatred Day.
I addressed the Albany County Legislature.
3/10/25: I spoke about how residents expect their government officials to communicate and collaborate effectively on environmental incidents, ensuring aggressive and proactive action to protect our families health and well-being.
Government at every level must work together to ensure the health and well-being of our families.
BEKIND ALWAYS.
400 Valentines, countless Smiles.
2/14/25: For the third year in a row, I had the joy of coordinating a special Valentine’s Day project. With the creativity of Glenmont students I delivered 400 handmade cards to town residents living in assisted living facilities.
Delivering residents concerns
to town hall.
2/5/25: Residents from the Glenmont Abbey reached out to me about making the walk to the Town Squire Plaza safer.
Sharing my story with We Are Bethlehem
December edition of Our Towne
YMCA Basket Brigade.
11/23/24: This morning the Bethelehem YMCA team packed and delivered over 75 Thanksgiving Day meals to needy families here in Bethlehem. The smiles I received when delivering the meals reminded me of the old saying “it’s always better to give than receive”.
Thank you letter to our
Bethlehem PD
Working together to deliver results.
7/24/24: 10 new pickleball courts built at Elm Ave Park.
Coffee with a cop at Bliss.
7/17/25 Spotlight newspaper
Valentine’s Day Delivery.
2/14/23: For Valentine's Day, I worked with Glenmont Elementary to have students make cards for local seniors. I then delivered the cards to residents at assisted and group living facilities, spreading a little joy and connecting our community's youngest and oldest members.
DeCancio, first Latino elected to board, takes oath on 1825 Bible
BETHLEHEM — It was historic all around in the town of Bethlehem last week…
DeCancio wins seat
Newcomer David DeCancio earned the second of two seats available on the Town Board. The Democrat wrangled the chair away from Republican incumbent Jim Foster by a nearly 1,400 vote margin.
NEWSBREAK 10/28/2021. Selkirk – Call David DeCancio a political newcomer, maybe, but he’s been visible to the community for 20 years.
The son of Cuban refugees, the challenger said he is focused on making reimagining town government by making it more accessible, efficient and transparent. He has pledged to use his platform to encourage inclusive dialog that helps bridge the gaps and promote fairness and respect to everyone.
Proven Record of Service
Congressman Paul Tonko Endorses David DeCancio
I am proud to endorse David DeCancio for his extensive experience in serving the public at both state and local levels. For David, it is a deeply held commitment to our community. That commitment comes from his desire to honor the sacrifices of his parents, who were Cuban refugees.
New York State Comptroller supports David DeCancio for Bethlehem Town Board
Bill Collins, Glenmont
David has already done a lot of great work in making Bethlehem a better place to live, work and raise children. I believe he can and will make even greater contributions as a member of our Town Board. Oct 20, 2021, Spotlight News
Maura Barrett, Slingerlands
I have evidenced David’s commitment to giving to others of all ages in our community for years. One can learn a great deal about a person by observing their actions. October 20, 2021 Spotlight News.
Cindy Ferrari, Delmar
David comes to the table with good ideas and a willingness to bring those ideas to reality. It is his forward-thinking efforts, where he is willing to roll up his sleeves and get things done, that illustrates that David is a very qualified candidate for the Bethlehem Town Board. October 20, 2021 Spotlight News.
Delivered shopping cart full of non-perishable items for the Bethlehem Food Pantry.
Thank you to all those who came out to support our campaign on Sunday October 3rd. And thanks to your generosity we delivered a shopping cart full of non-perishable items for the Bethlehem Food Pantry- helping our neighbors in need.
Learn more about how you can help the Bethlehem Food Pantry, who can use the food pantry and how you can use the food pantry by clicking link below
Commitment To Community
David’s commitment to community is rooted in his upbringing.
“Every day I do my best to honor the sacrifices made by my parents and to continue the legacy of my mom.”
— David DeCancio
David R. DeCancio, son of Cuban refugees, running for Bethlehem Town Board
It would be an honor to serve
My letter to the editor to the Spotlight in April 2021.
Bethlehem Democrats Announce 2021 Slate of Candidates
We are particularly excited about the newest member of our slate, David DeCancio, a Selkirk resident with an incredible track record of service to community. David is a showcase of exactly the kind of person we want to see in public service,” Cunningham stated.
DeCancio is new to local politics but has been visible in community endeavors, including volunteer work for Bethlehem First Night and a vocal advocate for the Selkirk Fire District’s 2020 Building Project Bond.
“Growing up, my parents instilled in me the importance of giving back to the community as a way to repay this great country that welcomed and provided us with hope and opportunity.” DeCancio said. “That’s why for the past two decades I’ve been an active member of our community.
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