Sewer Plant
a. David became the first CEO of the North Key Largo Utility Treatment Cooperative in 1994. He oversaw a $3.4 million upgrade to increase...
Environmental Accomplishments
FPL Turkey Point Cooling Canals/Biscayne Bay
Starting in 2010, David began monitoring an issue with the FPL Turkey Point cooling canals, in which it appeared that hyper-saline water...
Rare Palms
In 1999 a collection of rare palm trees was initiated, and each year ORCA purchases several rare palms to add to the collection of over...
Nature Trail and Signs
A nature trail has been established at Ocean Reef. Residents and visitors may take a self-guided tour through lushly landscaped areas...
Formation of National Marine Sanctuary
The formation of National Marine Sanctuary and their management plan was greatly supported by Ocean Reef residents and fisherman. David...
Homestead Airbase Reuse
In 2000, the the Everglades Defense Council was formed to fight against the development of a major commercial airport next to Everglades...
Electric Carts
Electric carts are the preferred method of transportation around the community. The Community Association and Club primarily use electric...
Feral Cats Program (ORCAT)
In 1995, David, with Alan Litman, significantly enhanced the “spay and neuter” program for stray cats. Great efforts are made to reduce...
Recycling
In 1994, Ocean Reef Recycling was the first fully operating program in the Keys which includes a full service and daily pick up from all...
Dispatch Creek
a. Dispatch Creek is approximately one mile long that dead-ends preventing proper tidal flow, which results in a body of water without...
Native Trees
a. During the summer of 1993, David oversaw the $1.5 million program to acquire over 8,000 native trees and plants as a part of the...
Native Hammock Buffer
David helped create an innovative set of architectural rules limiting the size of buildings, while encouraging architectural creativity. ...
Flats Protection Zone
In 1998, David worked with the community to fund and place buoys that mark the flats areas around the perimeter of Ocean Reef. The buoys...