Gus,

 I am confused by your response to Shirley Bush's posting. You say you are concerned about the "health, safety, and quality of life (noise, air etc pollution) for all waterfront residents, not preservation of the island lifestyle for the very few."  Who are these "very few"? If you're referring to Island residents, I suggest you re-read Shirley's post. She argues for safeguarding the Toronto Island for tourists, families, amusement park users - basically ALL visitors to the Island - a far more inclusive group than waterfront residents (which, by the way, includes those who live on the Island).

Kathleen