Dave was a founding member of Friends of Mt. Tabor Park and is a significant figure in the growth of FMTP. He has been an advocate for the park with the city and served as a board member. Dave's achievements are too numerous to mention but include everything from being a member of the Foot Patrol to organizing the volunteers to help at the summer concerts. His most significant contribution to FMTP is the conceiving of and establishment of the Visitor Center in the Park. The visitor center is open to welcome those who come to the park and is a reminder of all that Dave has done for FMTP.