Apia Waterfront Development Project WATERFRONT PLAN 2017—2026

Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment Authority Matagaluega o Punaoa Faanatura ma Siosiomaga Pulega o Tagata Tafafao Maimoa mai Fafo The Waterfront logo represents the vision for the waterfront.

The ula nifo (Samoan ‘tooth’ necklace) comprises beads that represent activity nodes or attractors along the waterfront, while the teeth represent the linkages between the waterfront and other parts of the central town area.

Logo design by Capital Designs

© Government of Samoa 2016 Contact: All rights reserved Waterfront Project Unit Planning and Urban Management Agency You can copy, download or print this publication’s content for your own use, Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment and include excerpts from it in your own documents, presentations, blogs, Level 1, TATTE Building websites and teaching materials, provided that suitable acknowledgement Apia, Samoa of the Government of Samoa as source and copyright owner is given. All Tel: +685 67200 requests for public or commercial use and translation rights should be Email: [email protected] directed to [email protected] Web: www.apiawaterfront.ws HOW TO USE THE WATERFRONT PLAN The Waterfront Plan is a strategic use the plan to better coordinate document that will guide government capital works projects and services planning and waterfront users on provision along the waterfront. future development, and how we envisage the waterfront to be The Waterfront Plan will be used transformed in the next 10 or by the Government of Samoa as so years. It is a living document a cohesive and strategic plan with that can be reviewed over time clear economic and social benefits to depending on changing resources leverage investments from potential and circumstances. investors and development partners.

Developers and investors will The perspectives shown throughout be able to refer to the document the Plan are for conceptual purposes for aspirations and potential only. All development proposals will development opportunities. be subject to detailed design and Government line agencies will assessment by relevant authorities. “ Ia tatou oloolo pito va’a ” O lenei alagaupu o lo’o fa’atauaina ai le galulue fa’atasi ia fa’aleleia le va’a. Ia tatou maua le galulue fa’atasi. E manaomia la outou lagolago i la tatou galuega e ala lea i lo tatou tutu ma u’u lima fa’atasi ia lelei ma atoatoa ai lenei fa’amoemoe

This Samoan proverb is a reference to working together to improve the conditions of a vessel for a safe journey. Let us work together to achieve the vision and goals of this project so that it becomes a success story that our country can be proud of. Prime Minister’s Message

spaces, activities and amenities museums, vibrant public will also be created to benefit spaces, parks and ecological our people. It will be a place of boardwalks—located along the inspiration for Samoans to be waterfront to entice our visitors proud of; and to plan, use and to stay longer in Apia. manage as a place of our own. The Apia Waterfront will develop By improving the attractiveness, incrementally but strategically functionality and safety of our over time, using available Waterfront, we will create resources and investments. It business opportunities for is my honourable duty to call Samoans. The Waterfront Plan upon all government agencies will also help to support and and stakeholders to support enhance the physical growth of a coordinated approach to Apia and its resilience to the ever implementing this Waterfront changing natural environment, Plan, ensuring that the desired It gives me great pleasure to particularly with regard to the vision is achieved. introduce our first Waterfront effects of climate change. Plan for the city of Apia. In closing, I would like to Improving the Apia Waterfront acknowledge with sincere Waterfronts are special places presents a great opportunity to appreciation the generous around the world. They have enhance the potential of Apia as assistance of the New Zealand been key features of cities one of the leading sustainable Government in supporting throughout history; are places tourism destinations in the Pacific Samoa’s vision for a revitalised of great beauty; and are region. The benefits of tourism Apia Waterfront. Fa’afetai, sources of economic strength. on the economic and social fa’afetai tele lava. Our aspirations for the Apia development of our country can Waterfront are the same. be enormous: opening Samoa Soifua ma Ia Manuia!

up for investment; creating jobs A key objective of the Waterfront and opportunities; and enhancing Plan is to enhance the existing heritage and cultural values. Tuilaepa Fatialofa Auelua public spaces along the Lupesoli’ai Dr. Sa’ilele waterfront for community use, The Waterfront Plan proposes a Malielegaoi which will ensure protection of number of exciting attractions— green spaces, parks, reserves, including urban beaches, streetscapes and other recreational swimming areas, recreational spaces. New public Acronyms

ACEO: Assistant Chief Executive MCIL: Ministry of Commerce, Industry SLC: Samoa Land Corporation Officer of a Government of Samoa and Labour line agency SPA: Samoa Ports Authority MESC: Ministry of Education, Sport CBD: Central Business District (town and Culture STA: Samoa Tourism Authority area) MFAT: Ministry of Foreign Affairs TATTE Building: Tui Atua Tupua CBS: Central Bank of Samoa and Trade Tamasese Efi Building at Sogi

CEO: Chief Exceutive Officer of a MNRE: Ministry of Natural Resources Government of Samoa line agency and Environment

CPTED: Crime Prevention Through MOF: Ministry of Finance Environmental Design (refer Glossary) MOP: Ministry of Police EPC: Electric Power Corporation MOH: Ministry of Health FESA: Fire and Emergency Services Authority MPMC: Ministry of Prime Minister and Cabinet FMFMII Building: Fiame Mata'afa Faumuina Mulinu'u II Building at Eleele MWCSD: Ministry of Women, Fou area Community and Social Development

LGNZ: Local Government New MWTI: Ministry of Works, Transport Zealand and Infrastructure

LTA: Land Transport Authority PUMA: Planning and Urban Management Agency I

Contents

PRIME MINISTER’S MESSAGE ACRONYMS FOREWORD 2 PART 1: THE FUTURE DIRECTION OF APIA’S WATERFRONT 3

1.1 PLANNING FRAMEWORK 4 1.2 THE VISION 5 1.3 THE FIVE GOALS 8 1.4 THE WATERFRONT CONCEPT PLAN 12 PART 2: THE FOUR WATERFRONT AREAS 15

2.1 MULINU’U WATERFRONT 16 2.2 APIA WATERFRONT CENTRAL 20 2.3 APIA WATERFRONT HARBOUR 26 2.4 WATERFRONT 32 PART 3: THE TEN WATERFRONT STRATEGIES 35 PART 4: POLICY DIRECTION 51 PART 5: IMPLEMENTING THE PLAN 57

5.1 GOVERNANCE 58 5.2 PRELIMINARY STUDIES 62 5.3 CAPITAL WORKS 64 PART 6: MONITORING THE PLAN 69

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS 73 ANNEX A: BACKGROUND 75 ANNEX B: STAKEHOLDER LIST 85 ANNEX C: DEVELOPMENT PROCESS 87 GLOSSARY 90 CONTACT THE PROJECT UNIT 91

Waterfront Plan | December 2016 1 Foreword

Many coastal cities around the world activities and exercise. There is By investing in this Waterfront Plan, are looking to their waterfronts great opportunity to build on these development partners and investors to revitalise urban centres and increasing numbers by encouraging will be contributing to the economic encourage sustainable tourism. an environment that attracts more growth potential of Apia and indeed There is great opportunity for the local people to the waterfront all of Samoa. Improving waterfront Apia Waterfront to become a unique to walk, swim, shop, play, and do infrastructure and assets will help to and distinctive place, setting it apart business. If this happens in a unique realise the great variety of business from other destinations in the Pacific and culturally authentic manner, then opportunities and land development region. tourists will also come. Put simply, opportunities noted throughout the tourists gravitate to places that Plan. The quality of life will also be The Waterfront Plan (the “Plan”) will offer them local experiences and improved for Samoans, who will have revitalise and guide development interactions with locals. This Plan greater access to healthy, safe and of the waterfront from Mulinu’u therefore offers opportunities to clean public spaces. to Taumeasina. It will create an improve infrastructure, services and attractive urban environment that activities along the waterfront to This project is a whole-of- will boost the wellbeing of our people accommodate locals and visitors. government approach to and the . It will developing the Apia Waterfront. be designed to be a model for how The Waterfront Plan is based on The Government of Samoa is cities and towns on island nations public and stakeholder consensus, working with the community and can build their resilience to climate as well as agreed guiding principles key stakeholders to ensure the change and natural disasters through and values. It will enhance the existing waterfront is revitalised for both careful planning and community character of Apia by improving locals and visitors. With long-term engagement. It will also aim to community spaces, providing better strategic plans like the Waterfront increase overall visitor numbers connectivity and accessibility along Plan, the waterfront will become to Apia and encourage tourists to and to the waterfront, and offering an attractive place to visit, and a stay longer, thus increasing their more economic opportunities in Apia. sustainable and vibrant destination expenditure in the city. in which locals can work and live. The Plan seeks to establish a viable Tourism contributes significantly tourist experience by improving to Samoa’s economy, accounting perceived safety; encouraging for approximately 25% of Gross a clean and tidy environment; Domestic Product in 2013. There increasing the amount of tourist- has also been a noticeable increase related activities on offer; and in the number of locals accessing promoting additional shopping the waterfront for recreational and hospitality opportunities.

Suluimalo Amataga Penaia CEO Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment

Papalii Matatamalii Sonja Hunter CEO Samoa Tourism Authority

2 Part 1: The Future Direction of Apia’s Waterfront

The Apia Waterfront is an attractive destination connecting people to unique places and Samoan experiences.

Waterfront Plan | December 2016 3 1.1 PLANNING FRAMEWORK

The Waterfront Plan is aligned • improve planning and and efficiency of the road transport with various policies across the coordination of urban infrastructure system for all users (Transport Government of Samoa. The diagram and services (National Urban Sector Plan); and in Figure 1.1 illustrates how it fits Policy); • create a healthy city with shared in the hierarchy and influences of • increase destination access to public open/green spaces, the broader planning framework. competitiveness through better incorporating climate change accessibility, infrastructure use and resilience and energy efficiency The Waterfront Plan aims to: maintenance (Tourism Sector Plan); (City Spatial Plan). • collaboratively improve the • reduce the vulnerability and quality of life for all Samoans by increase the resilience of Samoa’s providing opportunities to improve urban built environment (National Samoa’s economy, environmental Environment Sector Plan); sustainability and general • improve, sustain and climate community wellbeing (Strategy for proof the road transport network, the Development of Samoa); particularly by increasing safety

KEY POLICY OTHER POLICY DRIVERS DRIVERS

STRATEGY FOR THE • NATIONAL INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT OF SAMOA STRATEGIC PLAN

• NATIONAL POLICY ON COMBATING CLIMATE CHANGE

• NATIONAL WASTE MANAGEMENT NATIONAL STRATEGY NATIONAL TOURISM TRANSPORT ENVIRON- URBAN SECTOR SECTOR MENT POLICY PLAN PLAN SECTOR • WATER AND PLAN SANITATION SECTOR PLAN

• ENERGY SECTOR PLAN CITY SPATIAL PLAN • NATIONAL NON- COMMUNICABLE DISEASE POLICY

• SAMOA LAW & JUSTICE SECTOR PLAN

• SAMOA NATIONAL POLICY ON DISABILITY APIA WATERFRONT PLAN

Figure 1.1: Diagram illustrating policy drivers of the Apia Waterfront Plan

4 1.2 THE VISION

“ The Apia Waterfront The waterfront area—located north designed to mitigate risks from is an attractive of the small bustling city—is an ideal anticipated flooding, and engaging place for people to meet, socialise, the whole community in planning destination connecting live, work and learn about Samoa. It efforts. Strategies will ensure that people to unique will be an interconnected ‘necklace’ the waterfront continues to thrive connecting people to vibrant places whilst embracing the realities of places and Samoan and authentic Samoan experiences. living with a changing climate. experiences. “ Like the ula nifo, the beads represent activity nodes (or attractors) along Public spaces along the Apia Samoa is a unique Polynesian the waterfront while the teeth Waterfront will host many destination with a distinctive people represent access routes linking the events including cultural and and culture. Its nine volcanic islands waterfront to inner Apia. This will music festivals, national days of and lush green environment are a ensure connectivity between other celebration, pageants, siva afi source of traditional lore that are parts of Apia such as the central (fire dance) competitions, tatau interwoven in the Samoan culture town area and urban villages; (tattoo) conventions, praise and and way of life today. drawing people to the foreshore worship conferences, game fishing where the atmosphere is pleasant, tournaments, va’a (outrigger) and The Apia Waterfront will relaxing and buzzing with activity. fautasi (longboat) races, swimming showcase Samoa’s natural and built events, triathlons and yacht regattas. environment, history and heritage, The Apia Waterfront will aim to Eleele Fou in particular will be a sports, local cuisine, language and demonstrate some of the most focal point for major events and arts; encouraging our locals and innovative strategies for building festivals, with food and market visitors alike to gain a greater sense urban resilience to climate change. stalls offering income-generating of appreciation for Samoan culture. These include rain gardens, buildings opportunities for local businesses.

Figure 1.2: Siva demonstration at Figure 1.3: Traditional fale architecture STA Cultural Village

Waterfront Plan | December 2016 5 Over time, there will be a gradual waterfront, allowing residents to In essence, the whole waterfront increase in employment opportunities spend time in central Apia enjoying from Mulinu’u to Taumeasina will and a market niche for businesses activities and events such as festivals, be designed to offer unique and set up to support visitors wishing markets and group exercise activities. attractive places for Samoan families to explore the waterfront. Visitors Offering additional activities along and visitors to enjoy. Places for (including cruise ship passengers) the waterfront will also encourage communities to gather, play, exercise, and locals will be able to take water more people to use the waterfront, relax, perform, work and trade taxis to points along the coast as making it a safer and more inclusive will promote a sense of pride and an alternative form of transport, environment for all, and a key ownership of what Apia has to offer. as well as to discover the history destination when visiting Apia. and nature of the waterfront areas. Figures 1.2 to 1.7 illustrate some Visitors and locals will also be able Samoan art and design will be elements of Samoan culture that will to walk or cycle along the waterfront incorporated into waterfront be celebrated along the waterfront. with ease; children and youth will assets, buildings, public facilities enjoy more recreational activities and landscaping. Samoan culture and at pocket parks and play spaces. heritage will be showcased to our These initiatives require local business visitors through various initiatives Development of this Plan was services for long-term sustainability such as interpretative signage, an supported by stakeholder and maintenance. improved Samoan cultural village, an consultations, technical outdoor performance area, exhibition investigations and research Additionally, mixed-use commercial/ spaces, and traditional water sport studies (refer Annex A). These residential developments will increase activities. studies have particularly helped the urban population along the to inform development of the five overarching goals and ten waterfront strategies of the Waterfront Plan.

Figure 1.4: Cooking demonstration at Figure 1.5: Traditional Samoan tattooing Figure 1.6: Traditional Siapo (bark cloth) art STA Cultural Village

6 Figure 1.7: Sailing on the Gaualofa Photograph by Domitille Le Huede

Waterfront Plan | December 2016 7 1.3 THE FIVE GOALS Five overarching goals have been identified to help achieve the vision of the Waterfront Plan and ensure consistency in future developments. These goals will direct the future desired outcomes for the whole waterfront, creating an enjoyable, safe and inclusive atmosphere for all. Key messages heard during stakeholder consultations have helped guide development of these five goals.

Reflect a unique Samoan experience

Create an inclusive, safe and clean waterfront

8 Enhance public domain for community use

Support opportunities for local business initiatives

Connect people to the sea

Waterfront Plan | December 2016 9 Reflect a unique Samoan Create an inclusive, safe and experience clean waterfront

One of the distinctive features about Creating an inclusive, safe and • increasing active and passive Samoan society is 'Fa’asamoa' (the clean environment will promote surveillance by using Crime Prevention Samoan way) in which family, faith the waterfront as an attractive Through Environmental Design and culture are integral elements of destination for both locals and (CPTED) principles; daily life. Showcasing these elements visitors. • providing adequate energy- and highlighting Samoa’s history efficient and well-maintained lighting; and culture will distinguish the Apia An inclusive waterfront will ensure • encouraging waterfront users to Waterfront from other waterfronts, that the area is accessible and can take responsibility for the cleanliness creating a sense of appreciation and be used by people of all abilities, of the waterfront; understanding about a society that genders and ages. Infrastructure and • working with responsible is still strongly tied to its traditional public facilities along the waterfront authorities, Environment and Tourism beliefs and genealogies. will be improved to ensure that all Rangers, local community groups groups of people will be comfortable and village councils to ensure the The Waterfront Plan will highlight and with the services provided for public waterfront remains free of vandalism preserve Samoan culture through such use. and litter; initiatives as: • providing durable rubbish • art and sculpture exhibition walk A safe waterfront is one that receptacles and monitoring of daily along Beach Road; encourages more activities, thereby collection of rubbish; • mini museum showcasing allowing people to enjoy the area • promoting and encouraging waterfront history and stories; with a certain sense of security. people to contribute to the image • well-designed wayfinding signs Government authorities and of Apia as a beautiful and clean and interpretive signs; local community groups will work town through clean-up programs and • upgrade of heritage buildings and collaboratively to foster a sense of continued awareness raising; sites; security and confidence about the • enforcing the ‘no smoking’ law in • outdoor performance area for safety of the waterfront throughout all public spaces (except in designated cultural events; the day and night. smoking areas); and • promotion of Samoan cuisine; • monitoring water quality at • promotion of local crafts; and A clean waterfront will encourage key locations along the waterfront • highlighting characteristics of a community pride in and ownership of and improving water quality where typical Samoan family and village the waterfront. This will protect both coastal recreational activities are (Christian faith, village governance, the natural and built environment of proposed. village layout). the waterfront.

A unique, traditional and distinctive An inclusive, safe and clean branding will be developed for the waterfront will be achieved through: Apia Waterfront. • encouraging more family-friendly spaces and activities; • considering women, girls and people with disabilities when designing public spaces/facilities; • creating a pedestrian-oriented waterfront thereby increasing pedestrian safety; 10 Enhance public domain for Support opportunities for local Connect people to the sea community use business initiatives

A key objective of the Waterfront Strategies for the development of Samoans are historically seafaring Plan is to protect and enhance the Samoa highlight the role of private people, having travelled the world remaining public spaces along the sector in boosting the country’s using long boats and canoes waterfront, encouraging them to economic growth, particularly throughout the Pacific Ocean. This be used by the local community, through the tourism and hospitality cultural relationship with the ocean including families. Enhancing the industries. While tourists and visitors has continued for millennia. The sea green spaces, parks, reserves, are encouraged to visit Samoa’s is also a great source of sustenance streetscapes and other recreational beautiful beaches, attractions and with families still fishing late into the spaces will promote a sense of pride villages around Upolu and Savai’i, we night. Some annual festivals include and ownership in what the Apia also want them to experience what ‘fautasi’ (long boat) racing with some Waterfront has to offer. Apia has to offer and stay longer. competitors coming from Manono, Savai’i and as far as and New public spaces include a public Investing in improvements of existing American Samoa. square, a central park, urban beaches, public spaces and developments protected swimming spots, an outdoor of new ones along the waterfront Regional outrigger canoe racing performance space, recreational will draw visitors to the foreshore, competitions and international fishing areas, mini parks, sporting fields, allowing them to interact with locals, competitions held in the Apia harbour and more child-friendly play spaces. enjoy Apia’s hospitality and leave with have attracted teams from around the memorable experiences. A variety Pacific region. Providing high-quality Public spaces along the waterfront of services such as accommodation, facilities to accommodate these will be enhanced by: hire of recreational equipment and water-based activities will promote • upgrading and improving existing hospitality establishments will help to the Apia Waterfront as a competitive public spaces; boost Samoa as an attractive tourist destination for such events. It will • encouraging child-friendly and destination. also encourage local interest in these age-friendly spaces; water-based activities and promote • improving connections between Locals are encouraged to recognise active lifestyles. the waterfront and town area, opportunities and expand their encouraging users to move more services to complement future growth Other important aspects for the freely between the two; through: waterfront are the provision of better • providing sheltered rest areas and • food and drink stalls; and safe access to the sea, improving trees for shade; • handicraft/souvenir kiosks; the seawall, and providing coastal • providing public amenities such as • water-based services; infrastructure such as: drinking fountains, exercise equipment • bus/walking tours; • tidal steps; and toilets; and • recreational equipment hire; • urban beaches; • ensuring best practices in • cafes and restaurants; • fishing spots; environmental design, climate change • art and design studios; • va’a (and other water sports and disaster resilience, and asset • accommodation/apartments; equipment/vessel) launching; management are adhered to. • entertainment venues; and • ocean viewing platforms; • mixed-use commercial/residential • seaside boardwalks; and developments. • jetties for a water taxi service.

Waterfront Plan | December 2016 11 1.4 THE WATERFRONT CONCEPT PLAN

The waterfront concept plan (Figure 1.8) sets out future use of the waterfront area and how the vision of this Plan will be achieved. SEAWALK Continuous shared path HOSPITALITY Unlock the potential It responds to the goals outlined and boardwalk linking waterfront to link hotels and restaurants to the in section 1.3 by illustrating how activities and stories waterfront the waterfront will be improved and developed over the lifetime of this Plan, highlighting where public spaces, land uses, linkages and potential developments will be located.

The concept plan extends from Mulinu’u through to Taumeasina, MUSEUMS Major attractions at BEACHES Safe recreational and stretches into inner Apia by Mulinu’u and Harbour area swimming areas for locals and one block. This will allow for future visitors expansion towards inner Apia with an opportunity to develop a unique and consistent urban design for the whole of Apia.

The concept plan for the Apia Waterfront is moderate in ambition with regard to Samoa’s context, scale and development needs. A CENTRAL PARK A gathering place MARKETS AND PUBLIC SQUARE number of attractions are proposed for Samoans at Eleele Fou Authentic markets and civic activity to transform the waterfront at Savalalo Markets and encourage more locals and visitors to utilise this significant national asset. The following icons symbolise each of these attractions and appear alongside each of the four waterfront areas in Part 2 of this Plan, highlighting the transformational ideas in each area. MIXED USE ZONES Encourage more ART AND CULTURE Showcase people to the central town area Samoa’s culture and heritage through public art and design

There are four distinctive areas in the waterfront: 1. Mulinu’u Waterfront – includes the Mulinu’u Peninsula, Bay mangroves, the Observatory, Parliamentary Complex, NUS Ocean Campus, Malaefatu Reserve, Paramount Chief Tombs, Samoa Courthouse Complex, and existing hotels and dining establishments. 2. Apia Waterfront Central – includes Savalalo market area, bus depot, fish market, Eleele Fou, some government buildings, and commercial entities. 3. Apia Waterfront Harbour – includes Beach Road, Apia port, and the marina area. 4. Vaiala Waterfront – includes Palolo Deep Marine Reserve, Vaiala Beach and seawall, and part of the Taumeasina area. 12 LEGEND

❶ Study area Continuous ‘necklace’ for pedestrians and cyclists

Improved pedestrian connections

MULINU’U Landscaped main boulevard ❷ Enhanced green spaces/mini parks PARLIAMENTARY COMPLEX Waterfront gateway markers

Interpretation signage locations

Beach PALOLO DEEP MARINE RESERVE Tidal steps

Va’a storage and access MULINU’U VAIALA WATERFRONT WATERFRONT Viewing platform

Boardwalk

Water taxi stand SOGI MATAUTU TAI APIA Improved road intersection PORT ❸ Potential future built form ❿

APIA ❾ MARINA VAIALA ❻ TAI TAUMEASINA ❹ ELEELE MATAUTU ISLAND FOU UTA MATAFELE

SAVALALO ❺

TRANSFORMATIONAL IDEAS MOATAA ❼ ❶ NATURAL SCIENCES DISCOVERY CENTRE SALEUFI

❷ MANGROVE BOARDWALK MULIVAI ❽ ❸ SOGI HOTEL PRECINCT VAISIGANO ❹ APIA TOWN SQUARE AND MARKETS APIA ❺ MIXED-USE COMMERCIAL/RESIDENTIAL ZONE ❻ APIA CENTRAL PARK APIA APIA ❼ ART AND SCULPTURE WALK WATERFRONT WATERFRONT ❽ WATERFRONT MUSEUM CENTRAL HARBOUR ❾ MARINA DINING / NIGHTLIFE ZONE ❿ VAIALA SWIMMING POOL AND REST AREA Figure 1.8: Overview of Waterfront Concept Plan Figure 1.9: Existing view of Eleele Fou

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Waterfront Plan | December 2016 15 2.1 MULINU’U WATERFRONT

The Mulinu’u Waterfront will offer will start at the tip of Mulinu’u Opportunities for development contemplative spaces, providing Peninsula will wind along the Vaiusu of retail and commercial uses opportunities for relaxation Bay mangrove area, providing are also proposed in this area to and reflection among historical opportunities for locals and complement this public space, as sites and nature. Figure 2.1 is a visitors to appreciate one of the well as support students at the concept plan showing key coastal last ecologically significant sites adjacent National University of infrastructure and ideas proposed in urban Apia, and learn about Samoa’s Ocean Campus (marine in the Mulinu’u Waterfront area. how mangrove areas are critical school) and government offices ecosystems that help provide in Mulinu'u. These retail and Mulinu’u has national and historical protection from flooding and commercial uses will also be of significance and is where key storm surges. This boardwalk will great benefit during Independence government functions such as connect through adjacent areas Day celebrations when many events the Parliamentary Complex, along the waterfront such as the are held in front of the Parliament Courthouse Complex, Electoral Parliamentary Complex, allowing House. Office and Observatory are better access to the mangroves. located. These sites, along with It will be designed to consider The increasing number of quality tombs of paramount chiefs and the impacts of climate change, tourist accommodation within this monuments signifying historical particularly the predicted rises in area will characterise the area events, will be preserved and sea level. as a hotel precinct with a range showcased to visitors and future of tourist accommodation options generations through conservation The existing roundabout at Mulinu’u that are well connected to the management plans and interpretive will be transformed into a mini park waterfront. This vibrant precinct signage. with a pocket beach created for offers evening activities for families (Figure 2.2). Other mini tourists and connects them to other A natural sciences discovery centre parks will be developed along activities along the waterfront such at Mulinu’u will offer interactive the Mulinu’u waterfront area with as dining options and regular night exhibits on climate change and facilities provided for the storage of markets at Savalalo Markets. meteorology for educational and outrigger canoes and fautasi boats, advocacy purposes. It will also as well as launching opportunities Figure 2.3 illustrates a potential showcase antique meteorological for local sporting groups. This will future vision for the Mulinu’u instruments collected by the also allow tourists and visitors to Waterfront area, capturing the Observatory. observe and experience traditional above transformational ideas and Samoan water-based sports. initiatives. An elevated eco-boardwalk Outdoor exercise stations will be connected to the discovery centre installed to encourage people to will highlight the benefits of frequent this part of the waterfront. mangroves in Samoa to ensure resilience to climate change. It

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Study area Continuous shared path for pedestrians and cyclists ❸ ❹ Improved pedestrian connections P P ❷ Enhanced green spaces/mini parks P Interpretation signage locations

Beach

Tidal steps

Va’a storage and access MULINU’U Viewing platform PARLIAMENTARY COMPLEX Boardwalk ❶ ❺ Water taxi stand

❻ P Public parking

Potential retail/commercial opportunity

Potential food/kiosk opportunity

Improved road intersection

Potential future built form

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SOGI ❽

P

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KEY IDEAS IN MULINU’U WATERFRONT P ❶ MANGROVE BOARDWALK THROUGH VAIUSU BAY ❷ ENHANCED GREEN SPACES TO CATER FOR UNIVERSITY STUDENTS AND GENERAL PUBLIC, AND PRESERVED HERITAGE MONUMENTS/TOMBS ❸ NATURAL SCIENCES DISCOVERY CENTRE ❹ MINI PARK WITH PLAYGROUND, REST AREA AND EXERCISE EQUIPMENT ❺ REFURBISHED PARLIAMENTARY COMPLEX WITH LANDSCAPED LAWNS AND NEW BUILDING ❻ MINI PARK WITH BOAT ACCESS AND PLAY SPACE ❼ OUTDOOR EXERCISE EQUIPMENT CIRCUIT ❽ ESTABLISHED HOTEL PRECINCT WITH GOOD PEDESTRIAN CONNECTIONS TO SEAWALL ❾ IMPROVED SOGI RECREATIONAL RESERVE WITH ADDITIONAL LANDSCAPING, TREES AND REST AREAS Figure 2.1: Concept plan of Mulinu’u Waterfront Area Waterfront Plan | December 2016 17 Figure 2.2: Artist’s impression of Mulinu’u mini park and va’a launch (at existing roundabout)

18 ❺ ❶ Figure 2.3: Artist's impression of potential future developments at Mulinu'u Waterfront area; existing view inset view area; existing at Mulinu'u Waterfront future developments Figure 2.3: Artist's of potential impression ❹ ❹ ❸ ❹ ❻ ❷ ❸ ❸ POTENTIAL FUTURE DEVELOPMENTS POTENTIAL CENTRE DISCOVERY SCIENCES ❶ NATURAL STEPS ❷ MULINU'U POINT BEACH/TIDAL ❸ MINI PARK ❹ MIXED-USE RETAIL/COMMERCIAL ❺ ECO-BOARDWALK COMPLEX/LAWNS ❻ PARLIAMENTARY

Waterfront Plan | December 2016 19 2.2 APIA WATERFRONT CENTRAL

The Apia Waterfront Central area is to attract people to the waterfront host more significant events and the key focal point of the Waterfront and provide demand for a variety of festivals, allowing Samoa to take Plan as it is the busiest area with key markets and a night-time dining scene. full opportunity of the economic commercial and administrative uses, The increased night-time activity and tourism growth opportunities in as well as the location in which most helps to increase passive surveillance this area. Events that attract both public events occur. The area will be in the area by having more ‘eyes on Samoans and tourists will help to more vibrant and lively in the future, the street’, hence creating a greater create an inclusive environment and providing a good mix of commercial sense of safety and security after allow our country to share our culture opportunities, recreational spaces, hours. Improvements to Beach Road, and experiences. Local businesses government functions and cultural including formal pedestrian crossings and enterprises will greatly benefit exchanges. The changes expected and a landscaped central boulevard, from the increased amount of visitors in this area will be transformational will help to improve pedestrian safety and activities. given the scale of activities and the and amenity, as well as highlight amount of available government land. Beach Road as the major road in the Figure 2.5 is a concept plan showing waterfront (Figure 2.4). key coastal infrastructure and ideas Potential mixed-use residential living proposed in the Apia Waterfront and commercial developments will help This key area of Apia will start to Central area.

Figure 2.4: Artist’s impression of Beach Road improvements

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Study area Study area Continuous shared path for Continuous shared path for pedestrians and cyclists pedestrians and cyclists

Improved pedestrian connections Improved pedestrian connections

Enhanced green spaces/mini parks Enhanced green spaces/mini parks

Interpretation signage locations Interpretation signage locations

Beach Beach

Tidal steps Tidal steps

Va’a storage and access Viewing platform

Viewing platform Water taxi stand

Boardwalk P Public parking

Water taxi stand Potential retail/commercial opportunity

Public parking Potential food/kiosk opportunity

Potential retail/commercial opportunity Gateway marker

Potential food/kiosk opportunity Landscaped main boulevard

Improved road intersection Improved road intersection

Potential future built form Potential future built form

P

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Figure 2.7: Artist’s impression of Clock Tower vista down Vaea Street Waterfront Plan | December 2016 23 The Plan encourages movement of of Samoa building to a one-way (east Waterfront Central area. A parking people (both visitors and locals) to west) road; structure is proposed on the TATTE between the town area and the • providing an increased amount of Building complex to help cater for waterfront, thereby attracting area for small businesses and stalls; both government workers and the more visitors to the market area. • improving the visual and general public. Short-term parking The redevelopment will improve accessible connections from the town opportunities will need to be provided opportunities for local business— area to the waterfront; in close proximity to the markets. through an increase in commercial • reconfiguring the market area; space—and highlight Samoan building • improving pedestrian safety In the longer term, this Plan proposes design and culture through the through better separation of vehicles the relocation of the fish market redesigned market area (Figure 2.8). from pedestrians and installing raised and redesign of the fishing wharf to pedestrian crossings on Beach Road; provide continuous pedestrian access The Waterfront Plan proposes to • increasing the amount of open along the seawall. This redevelopment create a public square that contains green spaces for community use; should highlight and promote the areas for selling handicrafts and local • relocating the bus station importance of the fishing industry in food, as well as sheltered seating (layover buses) to Fugalei Market Apia, and could potentially include areas. The design will allow people and converting the Savalalo area additional complementary uses to meet in a safe, inclusive and clean to a bus stop (pick-up and drop-off such as dining opportunities and environment that offers opportunities services only) with buses driving east consolidated government/commercial for positive social interactions. The to west in a circular motion; and offices. redesign of this area includes: • providing a potential restaurant • creating a public square that development opportunity in close Figure 2.9 illustrates what some of offers a special meeting space for proximity to the fish market. the potential future developments in locals and visitors; the Savalalo Market area might look • converting the road between the Parking supply and demand is of like into the future. fish market and the Development Bank significant concern in the Apia

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Figure 2.9: Artist’s impression of potential future developments Savalalo Market area; existing view inset 2.3 APIA WATERFRONT HARBOUR

The Apia Waterfront Harbour has showcase Samoa’s creative talents. through stories, artefacts and two areas of distinct character: the There is also an opportunity to exhibitions. It will be linked to the Arts and Heritage area and the Port develop a creative hub when National Museum of Samoa in Malifa and Marina area. considering future developments to through directional signage and a include studios, gallery spaces and stronger pedestrian link. The Arts and Heritage area showcases a café to activate the street level. and supports Samoan art, design and This hub would be complemented by Figure 2.11 is a concept plan showing culture. Heritage buildings including a variety of local art/design studios, key coastal infrastructure and ideas churches and the Old Courthouse cafés, eateries and handicraft stalls proposed in the Apia Waterfront Building are celebrated as important in the immediate area (Figures 2.10 Harbour area. sites of cultural significance. and 2.15).

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Figure 2.12: Artist’s impression of Port entrance area with pedestrian amenity improvements including lighting, landscaping, seating, signage, shared pedestrian path and paving

28 Figure 2.13: Artist’s impression of marina beach area showing tide steps, boardwalk, interpretive signage and small-scale economic opportunities

Waterfront Plan | December 2016 29 Figure 2.14: Artist’s impression of marina beach area showing beach, pedestrian crossings, restaurants and recreational water equipment hire shops developments supporting Samoan art/design, black sand beach and waterfront museum supporting Samoan art/design, black sand beach and waterfront developments Figure 2.15: Artist’s impression of art and sculpture exhibition promenade, future mixed-use exhibition promenade, future mixed-use impression of art and sculpture Figure 2.15: Artist’s

Waterfront Plan | December 2016 31 2.4 VAIALA WATERFRONT

The Vaiala Waterfront area will and relaxation along the way. These Palolo Deep Marine Reserve—which be characterised as a low-density opportunities include a landscaped will have upgraded facilities and Samoan village setting. Interpretative rest area, saltwater swimming pool, services—and further on to the town signage will highlight the village an attractive natural beach in the area (Figure 2.18). lifestyle and significant aspects of Taumeasina area, and a viewing Samoan culture including family, platform over the adjacent mangrove Figure 2.17 is a concept plan showing faith and culture. Visitors will be area (Figure 2.16). key coastal infrastructure and ideas encouraged to respect and participate proposed in the Vaiala Waterfront in local cultural practices such as 'Sa' Pedestrians from the Taumeasina area. (evening curfew) and attend local area, as well as local village church services as an option. inhabitants, will be able to access the Vaiala seawall via a new bridge The seawall will offer a pedestrian- crossing the mangrove. The seawall friendly connection between itself will be complemented with Taumeasina to the east, and the port shade trees and seating to ensure and marina to the west, providing a comfortable walking experience. opportunities for safe swimming Clearer access will be provided to

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Waterfront Plan | December 2016 35 The following ten strategies detail how the Apia Waterfront will be developed over time to fulfil the WATERFRONT GOALS goals and vision of this Plan. These strategies are based on international Create an Enhance best-practice guidelines for Reflect inclusive, public Support waterfront development, localised a unique clean domain for opportunities Connect to suit the Samoan context. They Samoan and safe community for business people to highlight what currently works well experience waterfront uses initiatives the sea in the waterfront and what could be improved to drive tourism and economic growth, as well as attract more locals to the waterfront.

The policies in Part 4 and the capital works projects in Part 5 of this Plan will help to implement these strategies.

1. Create a continuous ‘necklace’ linking coastal activities and attractors

2. Preserve and highlight Samoan heritage and culture

3. Encourage a diverse economy along the waterfront

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7. Implement efficient and safe traffic/parking strategies

8. Protect the environmental quality of the waterfront

9. Ensure future buildings, public spaces and infrastructure are resilient to climate change

10. Enhance significant views and vistas along the waterfront 36 Strategy 1: Create a continuous ‘necklace’ linking coastal activities and attractors

LEEND Study area Continuous ‘necklace’ Boardwalk Urban beach PARLIAMENTARY Tide steps COMPLEX Va’a launch

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The waterfront is a geographically Creating a continuous ‘necklace’ to redesign the Fish Market area will significant part of Apia located linking coastal activities will help to be the final action required to fully along the town’s northern coastal ensure that the public can walk, jog connect all coastal activities along foreshore. However, some areas or cycle along the entire length of the waterfront. are disjointed or disconnected from the waterfront and experience the adjacent areas. This strategy aims to variety of attractions on offer, as well Potential future commercial improve connections by linking coastal as access adjacent town areas easily. opportunities include guided activities in the four waterfront areas ecological tours of the mangrove and creating a unified experience for It is important that public infrastructure areas and walking tours of the visitors and locals alike. and assets that span the waterfront— historical waterfront and its such as the public facilities, seawall, landmarks. Providing jetties at key Coastal activities such as tide lighting, signage and pedestrian locations will also facilitate a private steps, va’a launches, boardwalks, pathways—reinforce this sense of water taxi service between the safe swimming areas and urban connectivity and use an agreed and port and key destinations along the beaches will act as attractors for consistent design theme. waterfront. the waterfront, encouraging tourists and locals to better utilise the area All future developments must Figure 3.1 shows the extent of the and easily access each attraction. therefore ensure that public access continuous ‘necklace’ along the is maintained and enhanced along waterfront and the key coastal Other proposed key attractors along the waterfront. This will be achieved activities attractors: urban beaches, the waterfront include a natural by establishing a permanent shared tidal steps, safe swimming areas, sciences discovery centre at Mulinu'u path along the waterfront and va’a launches and museums. Point and a satellite museum in the developing appropriate building arts and heritage area. setback guidelines. Long-term plans

Waterfront Plan | December 2016 37 Strategy 2: Preserve and highlight Samoan heritage and culture

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1 NUS OCEAN CAMPUS 22 2 COURT COMPLEX APIA 21 3 PARLIAMENTARY COMPLEX PORT 4 TANOA TUSITALA HOTEL 5 TUI ATUA TUPUA TAMASESE EFI (TATTE) BUILDING (GOVT.) 20 6 TO’OA TALAMASINA BUILDING (GOVT.) 7 FISH MARKET 6 8 NELSON MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY 4 ELEELE 9 CLOCK TOWER TAUMEASINA 10 CHAN MOW BUILDING FOU 5 11 ISLAND 11 CENTRAL BANK OF SAMOA 7 8 12 FIAME MATA’AFA FAUMUINA MULINU’U II 12 9 (FMFMII) BUILDING (GOVT.) B 13 METHODIST CHURCH 13 14 MULIVAI CATHEDRAL 10 15 POLICE AND FIRE EMERGENCY SERVICES 14 16 OLD COURTHOUSE BUILDING 19 17 EKALESIA FA’APOTOPOTOGA KERISIANO SAMOA (EFKS) CHURCH 18 18 PROTESTANT CHURCH 15 C 19 AGGIE GREY’S HOTEL 16 17 20 MARINA BARS 21 SAMOA PORTS AUTHORITY (GOVT.) 22 SAMOA CUSTOMS (GOVT.) Figure 3.2: Strategy 2 diagram Samoa attracts many tourists to This Plan encourages local Figure 3.2 shows the proposed its shores each year. Developing businesses and surrounding locations of interpretation signage, the Apia Waterfront presents a villages to participate in shaping existing significant buildings, and unique opportunity to showcase the future of Apia’s waterfront. the art and sculpture walk. the unique elements of Samoan The government will work with culture to our visitors and to attract local artists and designers to help even more tourists. The waterfront develop key initiatives such as an will preserve our values, promote interconnected heritage walking Samoan art and design, support trail, interpretive signage, a traditional water-based activities, public art and sculpture walk, and and showcase our heritage sites enhancement of the Cultural Village and buildings. and Parliamentary Complex.

The Old Courthouse Building Public spaces and waterfront (Figure 3.3) will be adaptively assets will also support temporary Figure 3.3: Old Courthouse Building reused to ensure preservation for events such as cultural festivals, future generations. Consideration national celebrations and religious will be given to developing an arts ceremonies (Figure 3.4). These and culture ‘hub’ for downtown events will help to highlight Apia, supported by cafes at the elements of Samoan culture along street level, private studios and the waterfront and create a unique galleries, as well as a museum branding for the Apia Waterfront, showcasing waterfront and setting it apart from other Pacific harbour history. waterfronts. Figure 3.4: Cultural performance 38 Strategy 3: Encourage a diverse economy along the waterfront

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Waterfront Plan | December 2016 39 Figure 3.6: Food vendor at Savalalo market

In addition to these specific and residential accommodation uses developed allowing for more ships to opportunities, the Plan has identified on the upper floors, thereby allowing enter Apia and drive tourism growth. general opportunities to provide more people to live and stay close to Directional and interpretive signage additional tourist accommodation the waterfront, and generate more will be installed to better connect options in Sogi and the marina, as pedestrian activity. cruise ship passengers and other well as additional dining and evening tourists to various attractions along business opportunities in the marina The Ports Development Masterplan the waterfront, thereby enhancing area. The Plan also encourages the signals the possibility of relocating their awareness of these attractions development of galleries, studios and commercial port functions from and creating a more memorable small-scale retail shops along Beach Matautu to Vaiusu Bay, retaining cruise Samoan experience. Road to support the satellite museum. passenger functions at Matautu. This would allow the commercial shipping All businesses will be encouraged Within the town area, mixed- functions of the port to be in closer to support the vision and goals for use residential and commercial proximity to the industrial area the waterfront by ensuring that they developments will be encouraged. and reduce heavy vehicle movements are aligned to the policies outlined This means developing retail and through the town area. The cruise in Part 4. commercial uses on the lower floors ship function of the port could be 40 Strategy 4: Provide a well- designed and attractive public domain for locals and visitors

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Our waterfront is a public asset that developments within the waterfront Deep Marine Reserve to improve should be preserved and enhanced area should consider how their its facilities and services. for community use. Providing well- designs affect the public amenity. designed and attractive public This means that developments The future waterfront of Apia will spaces along the waterfront will along key pedestrian routes should allow the community to partake in liven up the area and draw more have active frontages, allowing inclusive social and recreational people to the waterfront. This people on the street to interact activities; encouraging people of means that public spaces are with buildings through transparent all genders, abilities and ages to considerate of the local context, building facades and shopfronts. participate. Such activities could of a high design quality, inclusive include boot camps, triathlons, for all, and environmentally The key public spaces that are walking and cycling tours, and hire sustainable. Public spaces that are proposed in the Waterfront Plan of bicycles and sports equipment. well designed will therefore be are a public square at Savalalo; a more vibrant, safe and functional. central park at Eleele Fou (including Figure 3.7 illustrates the locations swimming lagoon, a playground, of proposed public spaces and The public domain in general sporting courts and an outdoor green spaces along the waterfront. also needs to be attractive and performance area); an enhanced well designed. This includes Sogi Park; and a va’a launching streetscapes, building facades, beach at the marina. Rest areas, and the publicly visible elements mini parks and an outdoor library of private developments such are also proposed along the extent as fencing, landscaping and of the waterfront. Additionally, signage. Consequently, all future there is scope to upgrade Palolo

Waterfront Plan | December 2016 41 Strategy 5: Establish a people- oriented environment

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Cities around the world are to and from the waterfront. This Other traffic management measures adapting and changing from a can be achieved by: providing more include temporarily closing Beach vehicle-oriented environment to unobstructed walking routes; more Road during events and festivals a people-oriented environment. opportunities for shade and rest; and allocating some pedestrian-only This is achieved by providing safer more public amenities including and shared spaces (pedestrians and pedestrian routes, reducing traffic change rooms and restrooms; vehicles - Figure 3.9). These will be and congestion, providing public additional energy-efficient street located strategically along Beach amenities and essentially improving lighting; and attractive landscaping Road to better facilitate pedestrian ‘walkability’. This Plan aims to create and rain gardens that make walking a access. a people-oriented waterfront that pleasurable experience. Pedestrian encourages pedestrian-friendly safety also needs to be considered spaces and walking routes. and this Plan proposes installing raised pedestrian crossings at key A key consideration of this strategy locations that are well lit at night. is to ensure that the waterfront is accessible for people of all Figure 3.8 highlights key pedestrian abilities. Additionally, it is necessary routes to be improved, locations of to improve the amenity of key public amenities to be provided, and pedestrian pathways to make it formal raised pedestrian crossings more attractive for people to walk to be installed. Figure 3.9: Example of shared space in Auckland, New Zealand

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Figure 3.10: Private sector stakeholder Figure 3.11: Youth engagement workshop, Figure 3.12: STA Cultural Village demonstration workshop, October 2015 December 2015

The Apia Waterfront is one of the Future implementation of this Vaiala); asset management and country’s most valued assets, and Plan will require partnerships maintenance; organisation and it will be up to all members of the between government and private promotion of cultural events on community to help maintain, protect sector enterprises. Whilst the waterfront; and opportunities and preserve its future. Whilst government may provide start- for telecommunications companies government has considerable up infrastructure for certain to provide Wifi hotspots in key ownership of much of the land initiatives and developments, long- public spaces. in the waterfront area, certain term management and maintenance initiatives presented in this Plan may need to be the responsibility The government may also engage will need to be developed through of private sector businesses and with stakeholders and community public-private partnerships, community. For example, the to further develop the detailed partnerships between villages government may build jetties to design of some elements of the and local businesses, and other facilitate a water taxi service but Plan to encourage local ownership innovative implementation a private business would need to of waterfront assets. mechanisms. Government, manage it. community and private sector stakeholders need to work together Other opportunities for community to develop the waterfront, and partnership include monitoring subsequently safeguard its long of public spaces (particularly term sustainability. within the villages of Apia and

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Whilst this Plan seeks to create a The existing bus station at Savalalo The improved bus service, along people-oriented waterfront, there is located on prime waterfront land with development of a cycle path is also a need to ensure vehicular and will be redesigned to better and water-based transport, will help traffic is managed efficiently and ensure pedestrian safety, efficient to offer attractive alternatives to the safely (Figure 3.13). Adequate and movement of vehicles and potential private vehicle. efficient vehicular parking also needs to encourage more activity. The bus to be available to accommodate terminal should be established at the A designated shared path for future uses along the waterfront. Fugalei Market (or other appropriate pedestrians and cyclists is proposed in Pedestrian-oriented areas along the areas) and the bus station at Savalalo the Apia Waterfront Central and Apia waterfront will also be developed or redesigned as a transit stop to offer Waterfront Harbour areas, whilst a redesigned to consider traffic calming pick-up and drop-off services only designated cycleway on the road is strategies such as raised and tiled (not long-term layover parking). proposed for Mulinu’u Waterfront pavements (Figure 3.14) and shared Improving and rationalising the public and Vaiala Waterfront areas. Future zones (Figure 3.15). bus service will encourage more developments in the waterfront will users and potentially tourists. need to consider how to cater for

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Figure 3.14: Example of raised road pavement Figure 3.16: Pedestrian crossing with raised in Canberra, Australia pavement, refuge and lighting cycling facilities (e.g. storage racks Future commercial opportunities and change rooms). They will also include extending the public bus be required to provide reasonable service to Mulinu’u Peninsula and amounts of vehicular parking spaces. providing a circular bus route system around the town area to The parking in front of FMFMII service workers and tourists. This Building will be redesigned to service could loop from Mulinu’u to maximise efficiencies and provide a Taumeasina and back. mixture of long-stay and short-stay parking opportunities. A parking Figure 3.16 is a good example of building is proposed on the TATTE safe pedestrian crossings that exist on Building complex to assist with Vaitele Road. The raised pavement, parking demand in the town centre street lighting and pedestrian refuge for both government workers and the in the centre of the road help to make general public. this a safe crossing for pedestrians on a relatively busy road.

Waterfront Plan | December 2016 45 Strategy 8: Protect the environmental quality of the waterfront

Figure 3.17: View of Vaiusu Bay mangrove area

The government is committed to help to manage stormwater runoff sustainably managing the country’s and improve stormwater quality. natural assets including its land, water and vegetation in order to Food vendors and restaurants protect these areas from natural will be encouraged to consider threats and contamination. environmentally-friendly options Significant natural assets in the to dispose of food containers. waterfront area include mangrove There are also opportunities with areas (Figure 3.17), parks, community groups and village landscaping, native trees, the sea, councils to develop waterfront Figure 3.18: Flooding in downtown Apia due to poor drainage design rivers and beaches; these should be management plans with government protected and rehabilitated where to ensure long-term sustainability. necessary. It is important that the waterfront, including the beaches The Waterfront Plan particularly and the seawater, are clean for encourages the conservation and people to enjoy and use. expansion of existing mangrove areas at Vaiusu Bay and the There are plans underway to Taumeasina area. Mangroves are improve stormwater drainage extremely productive ecological in Apia, particularly along the resources, providing a habitat for a waterfront where flooding is an wide array of native species. They issue during heavy storms (see also provide vulnerable shorelines Figure 3.18). Installation of rain with critical protection from coastal Figure 3.19: Example of rain gardens in gardens (see Figure 3.19) using erosion and storm surges. Auckland, New Zealand native grasses and plantings will 46 Strategy 9: Ensure future buildings, public spaces and infrastructure are resilient to climate change

Figure 3.20: Ministry of Education, Sport and Culture building which incorporates environmentally sustainable building design elements such as shade devices, cross ventilation and local materials

As a small island developing state, electrical equipment to the upper also be encouraged to use lighter Samoa is particularly vulnerable to floors of the building, preventing them building materials, landscaping and the effects of climate change. Samoa from being destroyed in the event of rain gardens. These strategies will has the potential to be the leader a severe storm surge or tsunami. help to cool the microclimate of in planning and designing climate the waterfront and create a more change resilient cities and towns Coastal infrastructure must be pedestrian-friendly waterfront. This in the Pacific region. Sustainable designed to adapt to the increasing in turn will encourage people to walk developments along the waterfront impacts of climate change. rather than use private vehicles to should be best-practice exemplars Furthermore, an additional siren in get around the waterfront, helping to for the rest of the country to the Mulinu’u Waterfront area and reduce carbon emissions and increase follow, showcasing public spaces clearly signposted escape routes opportunities for healthy exercise. that incorporate climate change should be considered with regard to adaptation strategies and energy- best-practice disaster risk reduction. The importance of integrating climate efficient buildings (Figure 3.20). change and disaster risk management The concrete environment in urban into core national and sector plan A number of climate change areas creates localised increases policies ensures that appropriate adaptation strategies for buildings in temperature, causing the “urban response mechanisms become a part and developments will need to be heat island effect”. This effect can of the implementation framework. The prioritised in the future through be reduced by creating a network appropriateness and type of response enabling policies and the appropriate of connected green spaces along is dependent on the results of climate allocation of funding. For example, a the waterfront and increasing the change and hazard risks analyses and cost-effective adaptation strategy number of native shade trees on vulnerability assessments of sector is to require all buildings along main pedestrian routes and public plans and major investment initiatives, the waterfront to locate all critical spaces. New developments should to identify potential impacts.

Waterfront Plan | December 2016 47 Strategy 10: Enhance significant views and vistas along the waterfront

LEEND Study area View Vista Landmark Gateway marker PARLIAMENTARY COMPLEX Lookout point

PALOLO DEEP MARINE RESERVE

APIA PORT

ELEELE FOU TAUMEASINA ISLAND

Figure 3.21: Strategy 10 diagram

It is important to protect and along major vistas. Key vistas along Figure 3.21 illustrates the locations enhance significant views and Beach Road and Vaea Street will be of landmarks, gateway markers and vistas along the waterfront as they enhanced with strategic landscaping lookout points, as well as significant contribute strongly to the positive and native trees. views and vistas. experience of the waterfront. Preserving important vistas to A series of lookout points and Figures 3.22 to 3.24 are culturally important landmarks such viewing areas will be constructed photographs of significant views as the Clock Tower, Mount Vaea, along the seawall and to the along the waterfront that should be Vaiala village, the Old Courthouse mangrove areas in Mulinu’u protected and enhanced wherever Building and the waterfront edge Waterfront and Vaiala Waterfront. possible. helps to orient visitors to the Locally-designed waterfront waterfront. gateway markers will be installed to identify significant entry points Enhancing existing views and to the waterfront area. Future creating new viewing points along commercial opportunities could the waterfront also helps to connect include walking tours to these people to the sea. This will be attractions. achieved by regulating building heights and developments located

48 Figure 3.22: View of Vaisigano from Eleele Fou

Figure 3.23: View of Beach Road from Vaisigano

Figure 3.24: View corridor on Vaea Street to Clock Tower

Waterfront Plan | December 2016 49 Figure 3.25: Pedestrians crossing at the Savalalo bus station

50 Part 4: Policy Direction

Waterfront Plan | December 2016 51 Table 4.1 lists a range of policies that The policies are used for assessing These policies are not prioritised address how the outcomes sought development proposals within the in any particular order and apply for each strategy will be achieved. waterfront area and to give direction specifically to the waterfront area These policies provide a whole-of- to government agencies during the government approach to developing implementation phase. and managing the Apia Waterfront.

Table 4.1: List of waterfront policies

Waterfront policy Responsible government agencies

❶ Create a continuous ‘necklace’ linking coastal activities/attractors Require all new developments to maintain and improve continuous public access to and MNRE, MWTI/LTA along the waterfront edge. Support activities that enhance the use of the waterfront and promote its features. MNRE, STA Encourage new developments and commercial activities to enhance the visitor’s MNRE, STA, MESC, MCIL experience of Samoa’s unique way of life. Support active lifestyles that involve walking, cycling and water-based activities. MNRE, MESC, MOH, MWTI/LTA Require street infrastructure (e.g. rubbish bins, signage, lighting) to be of a consistent MNRE, EPC, MWTI/LTA, design theme and branding. S TA ❷ Preserve and highlight Samoan heritage and culture Preserve and promote heritage/historical tombs, sites and monuments along the MESC, MNRE, STA waterfront to act as key features in showcasing Samoan heritage. Reinforce the prominence of significant buildings and their sites within the waterfront MNRE, MESC area by: (a) ensuring that adjacent developments do not diminish the visual qualities/elements of these buildings; (b) encouraging opportunities for greater public use of these buildings; and (c) ensuring that any re-development or change in use maintains the uniqueness of that building and site. Promote and coordinate cultural activities on the waterfront to enhance local and STA, MESC, MWCSD visitor experiences. Support development proposals that provide a hub in the Apia Waterfront Harbour MNRE, MESC area for displaying Samoan art/design.

ACRONYMS

EPC: Electric Power Corporation MNRE: Ministry of Natural Resources MWTI: Ministry of Works, Transport FESA: Fire and Emergency Services and Environment and Infrastructure Authority MOF: Ministry of Finance STA: Samoa Tourism Authority LTA: Land Transport Authority MOP: Ministry of Police MCIL: Ministry of Commerce, Industry MOH: Ministry of Health and Labour MWCSD: Ministry of Women, MESC: Ministry of Education, Sport Community and Social Development and Culture 52 Waterfront policy Responsible government agencies

❸ Encourage a diverse economy along the waterfront Encourage a range of business opportunities along the waterfront to meet the varied MCIL needs of locals and visitors, including night-time markets, cafes and water-based commercial activities. Support small-scale businesses by: MNRE, STA, MCIL (a) developing guidelines for submitting business proposals and streamlining processes; (b) providing infrastructure (e.g. kiosks) required to support the business; and (c) encouraging a variety of business activities to increase consumer choice, including healthy food choices in food outlets. Encourage development proposals to provide employment opportunities for local MCIL, MOF Samoans at all stages of the development. Require business proposals to demonstrate the economic viability of the proposal to MCIL ensure it is economically sustainable. Encourage mixed-use residential and commercial development in the town centre to MNRE support diverse businesses and increase pedestrian interaction/activity in the evenings and weekends. Prioritise development consent applications that are fully aligned to the Waterfront MNRE Plan and other Government of Samoa planning policies – refer to Annex C. Encourage, and where possible support, families to find an alternative means of income MWCSD to discourage children from working as street vendors. ❹ Provide a well-designed and attractive public domain for locals and visitors

Maintain existing open spaces for community use. MNRE Encourage new public spaces along the waterfront to be of a high design quality and MNRE, MESC incorporate Samoan culture where possible. Require proposals for all new developments to provide a design statement that covers MNRE the siting, orientation, landscaping, building materials, facades and pedestrian access. Require the re-development of the public domain, including landscaping, to reflect a MNRE, STA consistent design theme and branding. Require any re-development of the public domain and all new developments to MNRE demonstrate Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) principles where appropriate. Encourage developments and events that support family-friendly evening activities in MNRE, STA, MWCSD Apia Waterfront Central and Mulinu’u Waterfront. Enforce the ‘no smoking’ law in all public spaces along the waterfront, except in MOH, STA designated smoking areas. Enforce the banning of alcohol consumption in all public spaces along the waterfront MOH, MOP by installing signage, greater enforcement and through the increased use of CPTED principles.

Waterfront Plan | December 2016 53 Waterfront policy Responsible government agencies Support health and safety regulations (e.g. regarding littering, alcohol consumption, STA, MNRE, MOP smoking, dog control) through the utilisation of Environment and Tourism Rangers. Support health and awareness programs and services along the waterfront. MOH Ensure all new public spaces provide appropriate levels of accessibility for utility and MNRE, FESA emergency services/infrastructure. ❺ Establish a people-oriented environment Require buildings along key pedestrian routes to facilitate active lines of sight between MNRE, MWTI/LTA public spaces/streets and buildings via transparent building facades, shop fronts and building entrances. Ensure lighting along the waterfront is sustainable, enhances pedestrian safety, and EPC, MNRE does not negatively impact on residential properties and/or local amenity of any area (e.g. excessive lighting). Require the public domain and public infrastructure, such as footpaths and public MNRE, MWTI/LTA amenities, to be accessible by people of all abilities. Require all new developments to provide or maintain safe, direct and accessible MNRE, MWTI/LTA pedestrian connections between the town, residential areas and the waterfront. Establish pedestrian priority areas and routes from the town centre to the waterfront, MNRE, MWTI/LTA including on Saleufi St and Beach Road. Enforce a 30 kilometres per hour speed limit in the Apia Waterfront Central area. MWTI/LTA ❻ Partner with community/businesses to ensure long-term sustainability Encourage public spaces e.g. public square, outdoor performance space, and central MNRE, STA, MESC, MOH park to be used for temporary events such as festivals, shows, and health activities. Encourage village communities/organisations to take ownership and management of MWCSD, MNRE assets (e.g. security of areas, waste management) within their confines. Require all new developments on the waterfront to: MNRE, MWTI (a) assess the ongoing maintenance requirements of the associated assets and public open spaces; and (b) provide a maintenance plan that covers required works and funding mechanisms. Require development proposals for public spaces to consult with relevant community MNRE stakeholders during all stages of the design process. ❼ Implement efficient and safe traffic/parking strategies Require public buses to pick-up and drop-off passengers at designated areas within MWTI/LTA the town centre. Require the bus terminal to be established at Fugalei market and the current Savalalo MWTI/LTA area to only be used as a pick-up and drop-off service. Provide designated taxi pick-up areas within the town centre. MWTI/LTA

54 Waterfront policy Responsible government agencies Discourage long-term parking along Beach Road and provide more opportunities for MWTI/LTA short-term and accessible parking. Require public and private car parking along the waterfront to maximise efficiencies MNRE, MWTI/LTA in space, ensure safety, and mitigate disruptions to traffic flows. Encourage sustainable transport options including public transport, cycling and water- MWTI/LTA based transport (e.g. kayaks and water taxis) as well as considering shared paths. Facilitate local businesses and the community to establish and operate a possible S TA circular bus route along the waterfront for visitors. ❽ Protect the environmental quality of the waterfront Reduce littering by: MNRE, STA, MOH (a) encouraging food vendors and restaurants to use environmentally-friendly food containers; (b) enforcing instant on-the-spot fines for littering in public places; (c) providing more and improved rubbish receptacles and waste collection; (d) supporting community groups and village councils to take responsibility for reducing waste within their particular areas; and (e) continuing regular clean-up events by government agencies and community groups. Require the planting of coastal native vegetation in areas susceptible to coastal MNRE inundation. Minimise the disturbance of mangroves in the Mulinu’u Waterfront and Vaiala Waterfront MNRE areas. Avoid land reclamation within the waterfront where a feasible alternative is possible. MNRE Manage the water quality of key coastal areas to enable safe recreational use. MNRE ❾ Ensure future buildings, public spaces and infrastructure are resilient to climate change Require new buildings to be environmentally sustainable and resilient to climate change MNRE, MWTI in regard to orientation, ventilation, materials, placement of critical systems, landscaping and energy efficiency. Require all new developments to have emergency and evacuation procedures for MNRE, MWTI, FESA implementation during natural disasters.

Reduce the urban heat island effect by: MNRE, MWTI, STA (a) increasing the number of native shade trees in main pedestrian routes/public spaces; (b) encouraging new developments to use lighter building materials; and (c) encouraging new developments to consider the use of ‘green roofs’ (a roof that includes plants and vegetation) where appropriate. Require all new developments along the waterfront to incorporate design solutions for MNRE, MWTI reducing vulnerability to the effects of sea level rise. ❿ Enhance significant views and vistas along the waterfront Require new developments to maintain significant views and vistas to the waterfront MNRE by regulating building heights and placement.

Waterfront Plan | December 2016 55 Figure 4.1: Existing view down Beach Road

Figure 4.2: Artist’s impression of potential future waterfront depicting mixed-use residential/ commercial buildings, more people-friendly Beach Road, improved landscaping and street furniture

56 Part 5: Implementing the Plan

Waterfront Plan | December 2016 Photograph by Iain Dawe 57 5.1 GOVERNANCE

The Waterfront development is a Planning & Design Phase activities as may be required to complex, long-term and resource- The Project Unit, comprised of staff finalise detailed designs (Figure 5.1). intensive process that requires from PUMA and STA, will continue strong leadership and coordination to report to the Steering Committee of multiple stakeholders. The Project and be responsible for monitoring Steering Committee will continue to progress, confirming that proposed have strategic oversight through the designs and implementation plans are Planning & Design, Implementation, in accordance with the waterfront and Operation & Maintenance goals and policies. It will act as the Phases of the project. This is critical coordinator between development/ to achieving agreed development investment partners and stakeholders goals for the Apia Waterfront. and carry out further consultation

PRIME MINISTER (CHAIRPERSON) CEO MNRE CEO STA RESPONSIBILITIES STEERING CEO MWTI P CEO LTA COMMITTEE CEO SPA D CEO MPMC CEO MOF NEW ZEALAND HIGH COMMISSION (OBSERVER)

RESPONSIBILITIES MNRE (PUMA) P D PROJECT UNIT D (MNRE & STA) STA P P

Figure 5.1: Governance structure during planning and design phase

ACRONYMS

EPC: Electric Power Corporation MOF: Ministry of Finance PUMA: Planning and Urban LTA: Land Transport Authority MPMC: Ministry of the Prime Minister Management Agency MESC: Ministry of Education, Sport and Cabinet SLC: Samoa Land Corporation and Culture MWCSD: Ministry of Women, SPA: Samoa Ports Authority MFAT: Ministry of Foreign Affairs Community and Social Development STA: Samoa Tourism Authority and Trade MWTI: Ministry of Works, Transport MNRE: Ministry of Natural Resources and Infrastructure and Environment 58 Implementation Phase The Project Unit will also have It is anticipated that development/ As the project moves into the the responsibility of reviewing investment partners and commercial implementation phase, dedicated development proposals in the developers will cover the project, resources (both in terms of staffing waterfront area to ensure they are contract and financial management and capital/operational budgets) aligned with the Waterfront Plan. responsibilities while reporting will be required to maintain project PUMA and MWTI will also take regularly to the Project Unit. This strategic oversight, coordination an active role in monitoring the enables the Project Unit to assume and momentum. The Project Unit will implementation to ensure compliance a coordinating and monitoring role continue to oversee the project and with the development consents and during implementation, which is ensure implementation is carried out building permits. critical to efficiency and consistency according to the waterfront goals within the project area. and policies (Figure 5.2).

PRIME MINISTER (CHAIRPERSON) CEO MNRE CEO STA RESPONSIBILITIES STEERING CEO MWTI CEO LTA D COMMITTEE CEO SPA DP P CEO MPMC D CEO MOF CEO MFAT

RESPONSIBILITIES MNRE (PUMA) DP PROJECT UNIT W PP (MNRE & STA) W STA P PP

IMPLEMENTING AGENCY OR PUMA MWTI DEVELOPER

RESPONSIBILITIES RESPONSIBILITIES RESPONSIBILITIES DP D P P P D P P

Figure 5.2: Governance structure during implementation phase

Waterfront Plan | December 2016 59 Operation & Maintenance Phase waterfront assets. The Working The various government operators Success of the project will depend on Group will continue to report to of the waterfront development will ongoing management and investment the Steering Committee, which will be monitored by the Project Unit, in operations and maintenance. A still have the oversight and strategic which will monitor compliance to the Waterfront Working Group will planning role. established asset management plans be set up to monitor the long-term and compliance with the policies operations and maintenance of (Figures 5.3 and 5.4). PRIME MINISTER (CHAIRPERSON) CEO MNRE CEO STA RESPONSIBILITIES CEO MWTI STEERING CEO LTA COMMITTEE CEO SPA CEO MPMC CEO MOF CEO MFAT

ACEO PUMA (CHAIRPERSON) RESPONSIBILITIES ACEO MWTI WATERFRONT ACEO STA P WORKING GROUP ACEO LTA ACEO SPA ACEO MOF

RESPONSIBILITIES MNRE (PUMA) D D P PROJECT UNIT (MNRE & STA) P STA P D P

MNRE STA LTA SPA

PARKS, RESTROOMS, LANDSCAPING, ROADS, DRAINAGE, PORT INFRASTRUCTURE BEACHES, TREES, TOURIST KIOSKS, PARKING, SEAWALL, BOARDWALKS, CULTURAL VILLAGE, FOOTPATHS SWIMMING PUBLIC SEATING, LAGOON/POOL SIGNAGE

MNREMWTI STASLC MESCLTA SPAEPC

SEAWALL, JETTIES, SAVALALO MARKET MUSEUMS, PUBLIC ART, LIGHTING BOAT RAMPS SPORTING COURTS, EXERCISE EQUIPMENT RESPONSIBILITIES D P PPD P Figure 5.3: Governance structure during D P operation and maintenance phase for D P D government-owned infrastructure 60 Relevant ministries and various necessary to cultivate a responsible and infrastructure may be provided operators will manage operations attitude to the use of the area. by government and development and maintenance budgets to ensure Litter and other issues that can be partners, it will be up to community compliance with the maintenance addressed by individuals become and private sector to take ownership plans and policies, ensuring a more mainstream as people see the and manage them in the longer term. sustainable approach. benefits of keeping the environment The project will continue to be clean and safe for all people to spearheaded by the Prime Minister A sub-committee of the Waterfront use and enjoy. Village councils and as Chair of the Steering Committee, Working Group (with relevant community leaders can help by taking ensuring high-level political government officials) will convene the up key roles in managing this. engagement and sponsorship. The stakeholders relevant to the various CEOs of relevant line agencies private commercial ventures in the There are also opportunities to will also continue as Steering waterfront area. engage with the private sector Committee members to ensure for the ongoing maintenance and that implementation of the project Community ownership of waterfront management of the waterfront. has sufficient strategic oversight, assets and infrastructure will be Whilst certain waterfront assets coordination and resourcing.

PRIME MINISTER (CHAIRPERSON) CEO MNRE CEO STA RESPONSIBILITIES CEO MWTI STEERING CEO LTA COMMITTEE CEO SPA CEO MPMC CEO MOF CEO MFAT

ACEO PUMA (CHAIRPERSON) RESPONSIBILITIES ACEO MWTI WATERFRONT ACEO STA P WORKING GROUP ACEO LTA ACEO SPA ACEO MOF

RESPONSIBILITIES MNRE (PUMA) D D P PROJECT UNIT (MNRE & STA) P STA P D P

PEAK CULTURAL & VILLAGE INDUSTRY COMMERCIAL SPORTING OTHER COUNCILS BODIES OPERATORS CLUBS COMMUNITY GROUPS

RESPONSIBILITIES D P PPD P D P Figure 5.4: Governance structure during D P D operation and maintenance phase for privately- owned infrastructure on freehold/leasehold land Waterfront Plan | December 2016 61 5.2 PRELIMINARY STUDIES

The following preliminary studies Engineering Studies Feasibility Studies need to be carried out prior to some • Consider options for relocation of of the implementation works. They • Prepare movement and access government agencies located along will help to guide detailed design of studies (including traffic analysis the waterfront in the future. proposed capital works and other investigations and traffic calming initiatives. Some of these preliminary devices) for whole waterfront • Investigate (with waterfront studies are currently being scoped. (by mid-2017, MNRE/LTA). • Develop engineering solutions for businesses) the opportunity for short-term improvements to seawall public-private partnership options to Planning Studies (by 2018, MWTI/LTA). manage and maintain the waterfront. • Prepare urban design principles to • Develop seawall design options • Assess the feasibility of providing include strategies about high-quality to accommodate predicted rises in a public parking building in the CBD design, pedestrian amenity, climate sea level (by 2022, MWTI) area to cater for all-day CBD parking. change adaptation, views and vistas, • Prepare cost-benefit analysis to building heights and building setbacks Environmental Studies assess the economic value of key (by mid-2017, MNRE). initiatives e.g. public square and a • Prepare sustainable development • Investigate water quality sources car parking structure in the CBD. guidelines for residential, commercial and consider recommendations for • Investigate potential locations and industrial buildings (by mid-2017, improvements (by end-2017, MNRE). for a satellite museum in the Apia MWTI/MNRE). • Investigate waste management Waterfront Harbour area. • Prepare lighting strategy to ensure improvement along waterfront (by • Investigate potential locations for adequate, uniform and sustainable end-2017, MNRE). a natural sciences discovery centre lighting (by early 2017, MNRE/EPC). in the Mulinu'u Waterfront area. • Prepare heritage assessment of key heritage sites and buildings to consider how they could be better preserved and enhanced (by mid- 2017, MNRE/MESC).

Figure 5.5: PUMA staff and LGNZ adviser conducting water sampling for testing 62 Figure 5.6: spectators waiting for fautasi race

Waterfront Plan | December 2016 63 5.3 CAPITAL WORKS Waterfront infrastructure upgrades well as ongoing maintenance and Table 5.1 outlines a packaged and public space improvements are management costs, will need to be implementation approach to required to realise the vision, goals considered by government. developing capital works along and strategies of this Plan. the waterfront. The waterfront will Whilst the proposed capital works therefore be implemented within Development partners could assist projects are a critical component defined packaged areas or as sub- in funding certain capital works of implementation, there are items of various packages. The exact projects to help drive economic also a number of development timing and scope will depend on growth and tourism development opportunities noted throughout detailed design considerations and in Apia. This will be achieved by the Plan that will need to be taken funding implications. The Project investing in tourism infrastructure up by commercial developers, Unit will act as the coordinator for and supporting local business businesses and the wider community implementation of capital works to enterprises. There are also depending on availability of land. ensure a consistent development opportunities for the private sector These include potential mixed-use approach and that they adhere to and local villages to contribute residential/commercial buildings in the strategies and policies in this to some capital works projects the CBD, tourist accommodation in Plan. through partnerships with the Sogi and restaurants in the marina. government. Other projects, as

Table 5.1: Capital works implementation plan Development Scope of capital works Estimated Timing Responsible packages package government cost (in agencies

Priority WST) Vaiala Waterfront Vaiala Seawall Mini Park and Tide Pool $2-4m 3-5 years MNRE, STA, Landscaping •Saltwater swimming pool MWCSD Improvements •Street furniture including seating, signage, lighting and rubbish bins •Rest area fale •Native landscaping and shade trees •Gateway marker •Improved shared pedestrian and cycle way •Interpretive signage explaining Samoan village characteristics •Enhanced sports field •1 Year Operations and Maintenance budget Pedestrian Amenity Improvements $1-2m 2-4 years MNRE •Eco-boardwalk to Vaiala mangroves •Viewing platform and signage •Pedestrian connection to roadways •Foot bridge linking Taumeasina to Vaiala Palolo Deep •Improved visitor facilities including change $0.5-1m 2-4 years STA Marine Reserve rooms, accessible toilets and recreational Improvements equipment hire •Signage depicting marine life and attractions •Native landscaping and shade trees •Street furniture including seating, signage, lighting and rubbish bins •Rest area fales

64 Development Scope of capital works Estimated Timing Responsible packages package government cost (in agencies

Priority WST) Mulinu’u Waterfront Natural Sciences •Custom-designed climate change resilient $2-3m 4-6 years MNRE, STA Discovery Centre building to house exhibitions on natural sciences, climate change and meteorology; potential for café/shop sub-tenancies •Site landscaping including vegetation, trees, lighting, seating, signage and roadworks •Eco-boardwalk to Vaiusu Bay mangroves including pedestrian connection to roadways/discovery centre, interpretive signage, lighting and seating •1 Year Operations and Maintenance budget Enhanced Green Mulinu’u Point Mini Park $2-3m 3-5 years MNRE, MWTI, Spaces and Mini •Beach and required coastal infrastructure LTA, STA Parks •Va’a launch ramp and storage facilities •Tidal steps •Jetty •Native landscaping and shade trees •Street furniture including seating, signage, lighting and rubbish bins •Change rooms and toilet facilities •Rest area fales •Picnic areas/tables •All-abilities play equipment •Tourist kiosk (for leasing) •Parking spaces •1 Year Operations and Maintenance budget Parliamentary Complex $1-2m 6+ years MNRE, MWTI, Landscaping and Mini Park LTA. STA •Va’a launch ramp and storage facilities •Native landscaping and shade trees •Street furniture including seating, signage, lighting and rubbish bins •Rest area fales •Picnic areas/tables •Parking spaces •Pedestrian pathway to eco-boardwalk at Vaiusu Bay •1 year Operations and Maintenance budget Sogi Park Improvements $1-2m 6+ years MNRE, MWTI, •Additional basketball/volleyball facilities STA •Native landscaping and shade trees •Street furniture including seating, signage, lighting and rubbish bins •Rest area fales •Picnic areas/tables •Pedestrian pathway to eco-boardwalk at Vaiusu Bay

Waterfront Plan | December 2016 65 Development Scope of capital works Estimated Timing Responsible packages package government cost (in agencies

Priority WST) Apia Waterfront Central Eleele Fou Apia Central Park $3-7m 1-3 years MNRE, MWTI, Development •Swimming lagoon LTA •All-abilities and all-ages playground •Landscaping and picnic areas/tables •Sporting courts •Outdoor performance space •Shared pedestrian and cycle way improvements including directional signs •Street furniture including seating, signage, lighting and rubbish bins •Rest area fales • Improve parking near FMFMII Building to increase efficiencies •Change rooms and toilet facilities •Tide steps •Jetty •Historical/cultural interpretive signage •Gateway markers •Removal of defunct septic tanks and treatment plant behind FMFMII building •1 Year Operations and Maintenance budget Small Business Youth Incubator MWCSD 1-3 years MWCSD •Custom-designed climate change resilient project building to support young entrepreneurs funds •Site landscaping including vegetation, trees, lighting, seating, signage and roadworks Samoa Cultural Village Upgrades $2-3m 4-6 years STA • Traditional village setting with demonstration fales and open central space • Spaces available for local business opportunities e.g. sale of handicrafts Savalalo Market Central Market and Town Square $6-9m 1-4 years SLC, MNRE, Redevelopment •Bus terminal changed to bus stops MWTI, LTA •Landscaped public square with seating, shade trees, permeable pavement, native species gardens and shade devices •Redesigned market/handicraft stalls/food hall •Extend green space from Sogi Park •Traffic flow modified and restricted, improved intersections, public parking areas •Jetty •Rest area fales and picnic areas/tables •Street furniture including seating, signage, lighting and rubbish bins •Gateway markers and custom-designed ‘sails’ to delineate view corridor to waterfront •Tourist kiosks (for leasing) •Toilet facilities •Native landscaping and shade trees •1 Year Operations and Maintenance budget Fish Market Redevelopment $2-4m 6+ years MAF, SPA, •Redesign fish market area including wharf to STA allow continuous shared path to Eleele Fou •Relocate fish market to wharf side •Convert existing fish market to restaurant/ dining opportunity •Consolidate government offices Development Scope of capital works Estimated Timing Responsible packages package government cost (in agencies

Priority WST) Apia Waterfront Harbour Showcasing Art and Sculpture Exhibition $0.5-1m 2-4 years MESC, STA, Samoan History Promenade MWTI, LTA and Culture •Art and sculpture along Beach Road depicting waterfront stories and Samoan culture •Street furniture including seating, signage, lighting and rubbish bins •Handicraft stalls/tourist kiosks (for leasing) •Rest area fales •Native landscaping and shade trees •1 Year Operations and Maintenance budget Waterfront Museum $2-3m 6+ years MESC, MNRE •‘Mini’ satellite museum highlighting waterfront history, artefacts, culture and stories at MNRE’s Tamaligi office and adjacent vacant land •Café/dining opportunity •Landscaped garden showcasing contemporary Samoan art/design •1 Year Operations and Maintenance budget Marina Beach •Beach and required coastal infrastructure $2-3m 1-3 years MNRE, MWTI, Development •Va’a launch ramp and storage facilities STA •Rest area fales •Tidal steps •Native landscaping and shade trees •Street furniture including seating, signage, lighting and rubbish bins •1 Year Operations and Maintenance budget Apia Port Port Infrastructure Rehabilitation SPA project 1-2 years SPA Redevelopment •Rehabilitation of port infrastructure, wharf and funds siteworks •Extension of wharf •New container yard Pedestrian Amenity Improvements $1-2m 2-3 years STA •Improved pedestrian connection between cruiseship passenger terminal and marina area including landscaping, lighting, signage, gateway marker and shade trees •Redesigned port area parking, site landscaping and traffic circulation paths •Gateway marker •Pedestrian pathway from port area to marina area and Vaiala (via Palolo Deep) •Tourist kiosk (for leasing)

Waterfront Plan | December 2016 67 Development Scope of capital works Estimated Timing Responsible packages package government cost (in agencies

Priority WST) Waterfront-Wide Improving road •Intersection improvements for pedestrian and $5-10m 1-4 years LTA, MWTI infrastructure bicycle safety and, vehicle flow resilience to •Drainage improvements to reduce flooding (not including Vaisigano climate change during rain including rain gardens as part of a comprehensive drainage management plan Bridge – LTA implementation for Apia project funding) •Install traffic calming devices along Beach Road for safety •Native landscaping and shade trees along Beach Road to create a ‘boulevard’ effect •Install formal pedestrian crossings at key intersections/ locations along Beach Road • Increase parking along Mulinu’u Road at Park and water access areas • Increase parking along Beach Road in Marina dining and entertainment precinct • Increase shade trees along the waterfront • Vaisigano Bridge replacement Promoting •Outdoor exercise stations along waterfront $2-3m 1-4 years MOH, LTA, active and •Shared pedestrian path and cycling network MESC healthy living from Mulinu’u to Taumeasina along the •Waterfront walking trail with historic and cultural signage waterfront Installing •Temporary signage to aid tourists in safely $10k 0-1 years STA tourist-friendly navigating the waterfront walkways signage •Pilot interpretive/cultural signage in strategic locations along waterfront •Directional signage in CBD for traffic Creating safe •Provide lighting in areas with immediate need $100k 0-1 years MNRE, EPC public spaces due to security issues •Install signage along seawall that highlights ban of alcohol consumption in public places Providing •A mobile library that can be located along the $250k 4-6 years MESC outdoor waterfront area to attract visitors learning •Interactive educational artworks or displays experiences along the waterfront Ongoing •Responsible government agencies need to Ongoing Ongoing All Operations and incorporate operational and maintenance responsible Maintenance costs for all public infrastructure created by government the waterfront development into the national agencies asset management plan and ensure budgets reflect the additional infrastructure.

Notes: • Costs are heavily dependent on design, therefore the estimates provided are a range of costs based on the current vision for the project details. • Activity timing will need to be coordinated with other waterfront projects to ensure that works do not conflict with other activities and do not impact access to the work sites. Public safety and access will also need to be considered in the sequencing of the works. • The list of capital works for each development package is a summary and there will be flexibility to reassess appropriate development during the design phase consultation. The capital works do not include the private commercial and community development activities. 68 Part 6: Monitoring the Plan

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The Apia Waterfront needs to be monitored regularly to ensure the agreed goals in the Waterfront Plan are being achieved effectively and efficiently. This is critical to the successful implementation of key initiatives and capital works projects listed in Part 5. Having a robust framework with clear desired outcomes and targets will help the Government of Samoa to track progress against the Waterfront Plan, as well as inform decision-making processes to change implementation priorities if required.

The responsible agency for monitoring the Waterfront Plan will be PUMA. An annual progress report will be submitted to the Steering Committee at the end of each calendar year to inform them of progress. These reports will also be made publicly available on the project website to ensure accountability and transparency of the project. A major mid-term review of the Waterfront Plan in 2022 is also proposed to evaluate progress and consider any required changes to the implementation plan.

Table 6.1 is a proposed monitoring plan that lists the desired outcomes and proposed indicators and targets against each goal of the Waterfront Plan. The potential data sources are also listed in this table. This monitoring plan may be updated as needs and priorities change over time. The Project Unit will be responsible for collating the data and analysing the results.

Table 6.1: Monitoring plan Waterfront Desired Outcome Indicator Target Data Source Plan Goal Reflect a unique Increase in Number of By mid -2017: prepare design MESC/MNRE/UNESCO (research and Samoan activities/developments activities/developments guidelines for developments preparation of policy) Experience that showcase Samoan art that showcase Samoan art and culture along the and culture By 2022: Incorporate waterfront consistent design and branding MNRE/EPC/STA (visual survey and in all public street furniture consultations)

By 2026: at least 10 new activities or developments in Apia Waterfront Central and MNRE/STA (visual survey and/or Apia Waterfront Harbour areas development consent registr y) that showcase Samoan art and culture Increase in use of public Number of public spaces Baseline: 3 spaces (in front of MNRE (visual survey) open spaces for significant that can be used for FMFMII Building, Sogi Park and cultural events significant cultural events in front of Parliament House)

By 2022: 6 spaces (total)

By 2026: 10 spaces (total) Create an Decrease in a mount of Number of durable and Baseline: scattered along MNRE (rubbish bin procurement inclusive, clean litter that is visible along anti-vandalism rubbish bins waterfront records) and safe the seawall and in public located at appropriate waterfront spaces locations along the seawall By 2022: in all existing and new and in public spaces public spaces

Number of urban area By 2017: develop an awareness MNRE/ MESC/Schools (consultations) schools with an anti - program for schools littering awareness program in place By 2020: all urban area schools have an awareness program Waterfront Desired Outcome Indicator Target Data Source Plan Goal Reflect a unique Increase in Number of By mid -2017: prepare design MESC/MNRE/UNESCO (research and Samoan activities/developments activities/developments guidelines for developments preparation of policy) Experience that showcase Samoan art that showcase Samoan art and culture along the and culture By 2022: Incorporate waterfront consistent design and branding MNRE/EPC/STA (visual survey and in all public street furniture consultations)

By 2026: at least 10 new activities or developments in Apia Waterfront Central and MNRE/STA (visual survey and/or Apia Waterfront Harbour areas development consent registr y) that showcase Samoan art and culture Increase in use of public Number of public spaces Baseline: 3 spaces (in front of MNRE (visual survey) open spaces for significant that can be used for FMFMII Building, Sogi Park and cultural events significant cultural events in front of Parliament House)

By 2022: 6 spaces (total) Waterfront Desired Outcome Indicator Target Data Source Plan Goal By 2026: 10 spaces (total) Create an DecreaseIncrease in in number a mount of of Number of durableplay spaces and for Baseline:Baseline:1 scattered playground along MNRE (rubbish(visual surveys) bin procurement inclusive, clean litterversatile that play is visible spaces along for antichildren-vandalism and youth rubbish bins waterfront records) and safe thechildren seawall and and youth in public located at appropriate By 2022: a t least 5 spaces waterfront spaces locations along the seawall By 2022: in all existing and new and in public spaces publicBy 2026: spaces at least 10 spaces Increase in use of local Sufficient native shade trees Baseline: 0 MNRE (tree planting records) native vegetation in the Numberplanted in of key urban public area spaces By 2017: develop an awareness MNRE/ MESC/Schools (consultations) waterfront schools with an anti - programBy 202 0: forall existingschools public littering awareness program spaces have suffici ent native Waterfront Desired Outcome Indicatorin place TargetByshade 2020 trees : all urban area schools Data Source Plan Goal have an awareness program Increase in safety, and the Number of (reported) By 2022: all25% public reduction spaces of have MOP (statistical records) perception of safety , in the incidents of crime in the reportedsufficient incidentsnative shade trees Support waterfrontIncrease in businessarea waterfrontNumber of businessesarea By 2022: 20% increase MCIL (business records, visual surveys) opportunities for opportunities along the operating along the By 2026: 50% reduction of business waterfront waterfront reportedBy 2026: 40%incidents increase initiatives Number of public spaces By 2022: all new and re - MNRE (development consent registry, andNumber developments of government that developedBy 2022: 20% public increase spaces and visualMNRE surveys) (lease agreement registry, visual includeland lease CPTED agreement principles for in developments include CPTED survey) aterfront Plan |December2016 theirbusiness design initiatives principlesBy 2026: 40%in their increase design. Connect people Increase in ability for Number of coastal Baseline: 7 MNRE (development consent registry, to the sea people to access the sea infrastructure elements By 2026: All public spaces and visual surveys) W provided (e.g. jetty, tide developmentBy 2022: 12 s include CPTED steps, boat ramps, beaches) principles in their design. Increase in opportunities Number of public facilities By 2022:2026: a15ll new and re - MWTI/MNRE (development consent forImproved people water of all disabilitiesquality in andTesting spaces for thatEnterococci are and developedAll new public public registry,MNRE/SROS visual (test surveys) results) tocoastal use the recreational waterfront areas accessibleE. coli in coastal facilities/spacesbeaches/swimming must areas be must recreational areas accessiblemeet World Health Organization Grade A standard Byfor 2026:safe swimming all facilities/spaces (including existing) must be upgraded to be accessible Enhance public Increase in facilities on the Length of continuous By 2022: Apia Waterfront MNRE (visual surveys) domain for waterfront that can be shared pathway along the Central and Harbour areas community use used for exercise (including waterfront that caters for walking, running and pedestrians and cyclists By 2026: all waterfront areas cycling)

71 Number of locations of Baseline: 0 MNRE (visual surveys) outdoor exercise stations By 2022: 5 locations

By 2026: 10 locations Waterfront Desired Outcome Indicator Target Data Source Plan Goal Increase in safety, and the Number of (reported) By 2022: 25% reduction of MOP (statistical records) perception of safety , in the incidents of crime in the reported incidents waterfront area waterfront area By 2026: 50% reduction of reported incidents Number of public spaces By 2022: all new and re - MNRE (development consent registry, and developments that developed public spaces and visual surveys) include CPTED principles in developments include CPTED their design principles in their design.

By 2026: All public spaces and development s include CPTED principles in their design. Increase in opportunities Number of public facilities By 2022: a ll new and re - MWTI/MNRE (development consent for people of all disabilities and spaces that are developed public registry, visual surveys) to use the waterfront accessible facilities/spaces must be accessible

72 By 2026: all facilities/spaces Waterfront Desired Outcome Indicator Target(including existing) must be Data Source Plan Goal upgraded to be accessible Enhance public IncreaseIncrease inin numberfacilities ofon the NumberLength of of continuous play spaces for Baseline:1By 2022: Apia playground Waterfront MNRE (visual(visual surveys)surveys) domain for versatilewaterfront play that spaces can be for childrenshared pathway and youth along the Central and Harbour areas community use childrenused for andexercise youth (including waterfront that caters for By 2022: a t least 5 spaces walking, running and pedestrians and cyclists By 2026: all waterfront areas cycling) By 2026: at least 10 spaces Increase in use of local SufficientNumber of native locations shade of trees Baseline: 0 MNRE (tree(visual planting surveys) records) native vegetation in the plantedoutdoor in exercise key public stations spaces waterfront By 2022022:0: 5all locations existing public Waterfront Desired Outcome Indicator spaces Target have suffici ent native Data Source Plan Goal shadeBy 2026: trees 10 locations Increase in number of Number of play spaces for Baseline:1 playground MNRE (visual surveys) versatile play spaces for children and youth By 2022: all public spaces have children and youth sufficientBy 2022: anativet least shade 5 spaces trees Support Increase in business Number of businesses By 2022: 20% increase MCIL (business records, visual surveys) opportunities for opportunities along the operating along the By 2026: at least 10 spaces business waterfrontIncrease in use of local waterfrontSufficient native shade trees ByBaseline: 2026: 40%0 increase MNRE (tree planting records) initiatives native vegetation in the planted in key public spaces waterfront Number of government By 2022:202 0: 20%all existing increase public MNRE (lease agreement registry, visual land lease agreement for spaces have suffici ent native survey) business initiatives Byshade 2026: trees 40% increase Connect people Increase in ability for Number of coastal Baseline: 7 MNRE (development consent registry, to the sea people to access the sea infrastructure elements By 2022: all public spaces have visual surveys) provided (e.g. jetty, tide Bysufficient 2022: 12 native shade trees Support Increase in business steps,Number boat of businessesramps, beaches) By 2022: 20% increase MCIL (business records, visual surveys) opportunities for opportunities along the operating along the By 2026: 15 business Improvedwaterfront water quality in Testingwaterfront for Enterococci and AllBy 2026:new public 40% increase MNRE/SROS (test results) initiatives coastal recreational areas E. coli in coastal beaches/swimming areas must recreationalNumber of government areas meetBy 2022: World 20% Health increase MNRE (lease agreement registry, visual land lease agreement for Organization Grade A standard survey) business initiatives forBy 2026:safe swimming 40% increase Connect people Increase in ability for Number of coastal Baseline: 7 MNRE (development consent registry, to the sea people to access the sea infrastructure elements visual surveys) provided (e.g. jetty, tide By 2022: 12 steps, boat ramps, beaches) By 2026: 15 Improved water quality in Testing for Enterococci and All new public MNRE/SROS (test results) coastal recreational areas E. coli in coastal beaches/swimming areas must recreational areas meet World Health Organization Grade A standard for safe swimming

Acknowledgements

The Apia Waterfront Development Panuku Development Auckland, speak to the Project Unit about Project Unit acknowledges the Greater Wellington Regional their proposed developments and significant contributions from Council and Christchurch City ideas along the waterfront. A full various stakeholders, advisors and Council. These advisors provided list of stakeholders is at Annex B. community members required to advice in the areas of waterfront prepare this strategy. This report planning, governance, public Development of this Plan has been would not have been possible consultation, movement and access, enhanced through the logo design without the support and assistance public safety, coastal processes by Capital Designs, illustrated from various government line and water quality. This strategy perspectives by Architectural agencies, community groups has benefited from their advice Sketches and Perspectives (ASAP), and leaders, private sector and feedback. and aerial photography by Samoa stakeholders, special interest UAV and GPS. The Project Unit groups, students and individuals The success of this strategy has also acknowledges urban design been largely due to the significant and graphic design assistance Thank you to the Government of inputs provided by the community. from the Australian Volunteers Samoa ministries and line agencies The agreed vision, goals and for International Development for the time taken to provide strategies presented in this program (Australian Government) substantial information and advice report were heavily influenced by in helping to develop this Plan. for this strategy. These include community ideas and feedback. the Steering Committee members Thank you to all the community The Project Unit expresses its (MNRE, STA, MWTI, LTA, SPA, groups, businesses and individuals utmost appreciation to the MOF, MPMC) as well as other line who attended and contributed Government of New Zealand for agencies with relevant interests to our consultation activities in generously funding the planning in the project, including MWCSD, late-2015 and mid-2016. Thank phase of the Apia Waterfront MOH, MESC, MCIT, EPC, ACC, SLC you to the Principal, teachers and Development Project. The team and CBS. students of Samoa Primary School also acknowledges the assistance for participating and sharing their provided by the New Zealand The Project Unit wishes to especially thoughts in our youth engagement High Commission in Apia and the acknowledge the input and advice workshop. Thank you also to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and of Local Government New Zealand many private sector stakeholders Trade in Wellington to help finalise advisors from Auckland Council, and businesses who took time to this strategy.

Waterfront Plan | December 2016 73 Project Unit members and Local Government New Zealand advisers

74 Annex A: Background

Waterfront Plan | December 2016 75 A.1 How this plan evolved PRIME MINISTER (CHAIRPERSON) CEO MNRE CEO STA CEO MWTI The Apia Waterfront Development STEERING CEO LTA Project (the “Project”) was a joint COMMITTEE CEO SPA CEO MPMC initiative by the Ministry of Natural CEO MOF Resources and Environment (MNRE), NEW ZEALAND HIGH through the Planning and Urban COMMISSION (OBSERVER) Management Agency (PUMA) and the Samoa Tourism Authority (STA). The Project was endorsed by PROJECT UNIT LOCAL GOVERNMENT Cabinet in 2014 and established (MNRE & STA) NEW ZEALAND with financial and technical support from the Government of New Zealand, through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade. The primary focus of the Project was to develop a strategic waterfront plan that outlined an agreed vision for development and use of the waterfront in the long term. BACKGROUND STAKEHOLDER TECHNICAL CONSULTATION The Project Unit consisted of staff RESEARCH ADVICE from PUMA and STA in 2015-16, and was guided by the Steering Committee, Local Government New Figure A.1: Governance structure Zealand, technical advisors, and community stakeholders. Refer to Figure A.1 for an illustration of the Project’s governance structure during 2015-16.

The Project Unit recognises the importance of community and stakeholder contribution to this strategy. Figure A.2 illustrates the timing and order of each phase of this project, and how external consultation and technical investigations have contributed to the process.

Figure A.2: Project timeline 76 A.2 History of Apia’s waterfront

Scattered along the Apia 1800s saw the governing powers of Administration Building (Old Waterfront are telling signs and Germany, Britain and New Zealand Courthouse) that was built in 1906. stories about Samoa’s history and setting up their administration posts These are some of the stories that past experiences. You will find that in Apia. Significant events such will be shared in the redevelopment as you walk along the foreshore as the storm of 1889, the arrival of the Apia Waterfront to ensure there are qualities that make the of the Tahune and the influenza that Samoa’s history and knowledge waterfront feel special. It is rich epidemic in 1918, the political is remembered. in Samoan history and heritage; it stand of the Mau movement— has a beautiful natural harbour; a culminating in ‘Black Saturday’ Figure A.3 is a map that illustrates foreshore with open views to the (1929)—are all part of Samoa’s the locations of significant sea; urban villages with traditional history. Beach Road witnessed the buildings, rivers and streams in and spiritual governance; and a beginnings of tourism in 1934 as the waterfront area. Figure A.4 scenic volcanic and mountainous Aggie Grey opened up a saloon is a timeline of significant events. landscape to the south of Apia. and motel at Vaisigano.

The gradual development of the Additionally, several monuments capital of Apia from a coastal commemorate people and events village into a significant economic of the past such as the Apia and social hub began in the 1800s Town Clock, which was built in with the arrival of missionaries and remembrance of fallen soldiers of traders to Samoa. Mid to late World War 1 and the First German

Figure A.3: Significant buildings along the waterfront

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RECENT HISTORY RECENT WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENTS WATERFRONT

Launching of Apia Waterfront lan

NUS Ocean Campus

aiala aiala Seawall

New Mulivai Cathedral

First game First fishing tournament

Samoa ship to ship to First cruise First

Tui Atua Tupua Tupua Atua Tui Efi Tamasese Building and Samoa Tourism Authority village cultural

FirstTeuila FirstTeuila Festival

Government Government Building, Eleele Fou

Matautu Wharf

Independence of Samoa

First Parliament House

Nelson Memorial Library

Apia Methodist Church

Radio 2A Apia Harbour, 1945 Apia Harbour,

‘Black Saturday’ during ‘Black Saturday’ of the which leaders were Mau Movement killed

Aggie Grey Hotel Hotel Aggie Grey

Clock Tower Clock Tower s

‘Spanish flu’ devastating outbreak 22% of Samoan population

Start of New of New Start Zealand administration Apia Harbour, 1910 Apia Harbour,

Old Court House

Mulivai Mulivai Cathedral

Observatory Observatory Mulinu’u

Tripartite Convention Convention Tripartite United signed between States United Kingdom, of start and Germany: German administration

ES ES Church

Protestant Protestant Church Arrival of ohn Williams: Arrival missionary to first Samoa

78 Figure A.4: Timeline of significant historical events and construction along the waterfront A.3 Land uses in the waterfront

The waterfront area contains Reserve is located east of the port a cluster of emergency service nationally significant land and is a key tourist destination in facilities are located in Apia village uses including a working port, the waterfront area (Figure A.5). east of Mulivai Cathedral. A limited marina, key government sites amount of open spaces exist at and the seawall. Several tourist Commercial uses are concentrated Eleele Fou, Sogi and Mulinu’u. accommodation establishments in the Sogi, CBD and marina exist in the Sogi and Matautu areas, area, whilst Sogi, Matautu, Apia as well as recently established and Vaiala are urban villages. high-end hotels in Taumeasina and Two schools are located in close Vaisigano. The Palolo Deep Marine proximity to the waterfront, and

Figure A.5: Diagram illustrating land uses along the waterfront

Waterfront Plan | December 2016 79 A.4 Ownership of the waterfront

Land within the study area is and light commercial use, and for predominantly government land or freehold land to provide enhanced freehold land, with some customary opportunities for tourism and land in the urban villages (Figure economic growth. A.6). This Plan highlights potential opportunities for some government land to be developed for community

Figure A.6: Diagram illustrating land ownership along the waterfront

A.5 Who is managing Apia’s MWTI; civil utilities are managed implementation of this Plan. The waterfront? by various service providers; Plan provides an opportunity to traffic management and roads achieve this by defining future roles Historically, the waterfront has been infrastructure are managed by LTA; and responsibilities for managing managed by various government urban beautification projects are the waterfront in Section 5.1 of agencies, making it difficult to have managed by STA; and the port and this Plan. a coherent waterfront management harbour are managed by SPA. approach. For example, MNRE manages government-owned Better coordinated management of land along the waterfront; the the waterfront environment by all seawall was built and managed by stakeholders will ensure successful 80 A.6 What has influenced the Plan? Stakeholder consultations

Phase 1 consultation for the the sustainable development and into priorities for development of project was held during October to potential growth of the waterfront. the waterfront over time. December 2015. Engagement with the community and stakeholders Overall, the comments and The key messages that emerged (Figures A.7 to A.9) showed feedback received throughout the from the community consultation widespread support for the creation consultation phase were positive Phase I are illustrated in Figure of a Waterfront Plan to guide and constructive, providing insight A.10.

Figure A.7: Public forum, Oct 2015 Figure A.8: Stakeholder workshop, Oct 2015 Figure A.9: Public design workshop, Nov 2015

Figure A.10: Key messages heard during Phase I consultations

Waterfront Plan | December 2016 81 The draft Waterfront Plan was sought on the proposed strategies, a multitude of informal feedback. The released on 1 September 2016, policies and initiatives contained in community was kept informed via the and Phase II consultations officially the draft Plan. Project's website, Facebook page and commenced. The purpose of these stakeholder email list. consultations was to give relevant A series of stakeholder meetings, stakeholders and the general open forums and pop-up events were The key messages that emerged from community the opportunity to provide held in September 2016 (Figures the community consultation Phase II feedback on the draft Waterfront A.11 to A.13). The Project Unit are illustrated in Figure A.14. Plan. Specific feedback was also received 28 formal submissions and

Figure A.11: Teuila Festival display, Sep 2016 Figure A.12: Design workshop, Sep 2016 Figure A.13: Stakeholder meeting, Sep 2016

Figure A.14: Key messages heard during Phase II consultations

82 Technical investigations

Some of the challenges and opportunities raised by the community required technical investigations. Local Government New Zealand advisers have assisted the Project Unit to undertake further investigations (Figure A.15).

These include: • Water Quality Testing (December 2015-ongoing) – to inform the Project Unit on the baseline water quality at specific areas along the waterfront, helping to identify potential locations for coastal infrastructure (Figure A.16).

• Movement and Access Study (February 2016) – identified traffic, parking and movement issues.

• Safety audit (February 2016) – identified public safety issues along the waterfront and how to resolve Figure A.15: LGNZ advisers working with the project unit them.

• Coastal Infrastructure Feasibility Assessment (April 2016) – identified potential locations and feasibility of coastal activities such as beaches and tide steps to access the water.

Further technical investigations will need to be conducted as noted in Part 5 of this Plan.

Figure A.16: LGNZ adviser working with PUMA staff to collect water samples

Waterfront Plan | December 2016 83 Feedback from consultations and wide issues are addressed in the technical studies identified the strategies contained in Part 3 of following key issues that exist for the this Plan. entire waterfront. These waterfront-

Existing infrastructure limits continuous Relevant agencies, local community Need to create more child-friendly access through the waterfront. groups and private sector need to work spaces for family use Connectivity needs to be improved collaboratively to control littering

Improved lighting will be installed to Government agencies need to work Waterfront is not being utilised as an ensure sufficient illumination for safety together to use this Plan to coordinate economically productive space - need responsibilities for implementation to create more tourist attractions

The seawall, access ways and footpaths Drainage systems need to be redesigned Traffic and parking management need to be redesigned to ensure to mitigate flooding with rain gardens systems need to cater for increasing accessibility for all installed where appropriate amount of vehicles 84 Annex B: Stakeholder List

Waterfront Plan | December 2016 85 The Project Unit and Steering Non Government Organisations Educational Institutions Committee acknowledges the and Special Interest Groups • National University of Samoa significant efforts of the following • Chamber of Commerce • Samoa Primary School stakeholders who assisted to • Millenia Water Sports develop the Waterfront Plan. Many • Nuanua o le Alofa Development Partners of these stakeholders contributed • Old Courthouse Building Trust • New Zealand High Commission to both the development of the • Paddling clubs in Samoa draft plan and feedback on the • Rotary Club of Apia • Tokelau Apia Liaison Office draft plan. • Samoa Arts Council • United States Embassy Samoa • Small Business Enterprise Centre Government Line Agencies (SBEC) Mulitilateral Organisations • Attorney General's Office • Samoa Conservation Society • Secretariat of the Pacific Regional • Central Bank of Samoa • Samoa For Real Environmental Programme • Fire and Emergency Services • Samoa Hotels Association • United Nations Educational, Agency • Samoa National Youth Council Scientific and Cultural Organization • Land Transport Authority • Samoa Outrigger Canoes (UNESCO) • Ministry of Agriculture and Association Fisheries • Samoa Voyaging Society Individuals • Ministry of Commerce, Industry • SENESE Dozens of private citizens, members and Labour • Sheraton Samoa Aggie Grey's of the community and interested • Ministry of Communication and Hotel & Bungalows stakeholders provided valuable Information Technology • Small Business Association of insight into development of this • Ministry of Education, Sport and Samoan Arts and Handicrafts Waterfront Plan through various Culture • Village Life Group consultation activities, stakeholder • Ministry of Finance • Women in Business Development meetings and design workshops. • Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Inc Trade • Ministry of Health Private Sector and Businesses • Ministry of Justice, Courts and • Amanaki Hotel Administration • Apia Marine Services • Ministry of Natural Resources and • Aqua Samoa Environment • Bank of the South Pacific • Ministry of Police • Computer Services Limited • Ministry of Prime Minister and • Digicel Cabinet • Isikuki Punivalu and Associates • Ministry of Women, Community • Lamana Developments and Social Development • M&J Ah Fook Ltd • Ministry of Works, Transport and • Madd Gallery Infrastructure • Millenia Hotel • Office of the Clerk and the • Moto Samoa Legislative Assembly • Ocean Club • Office of the Regulator • OSM Consultants • Samoa Tourism Authority • Sails Restaurant • Wavefront Planning State-Owned Enterprises • Accident Compensation Community Stakeholder Corporation Groups • Electric Power Corporation • Village of Apia • Samoa Land Corporation • Village of Matautu • Samoa Water Authority • Village of Sogi • Village of Vaiala

86 Annex C: Development Process

Waterfront Plan | December 2016 87 The Government of Samoa would like proposed developments along the Potential investors and developers to encourage potential developers waterfront is as efficient as possible. will be requested to complete the to invest in the waterfront of Apia. Figure C.1 is a flow chart outlining a template shown at Figure C.2 to As such, the Steering Committee streamlined process for the review ensure that all developments are and Project Unit will ensure that the and consideration of development aligned to the goals, strategies and development approvals process for proposals in the waterfront area. policies of the Waterfront Plan.

Figure C.1: Approvals process for any proposed developments along the waterfront PROCESS FOR DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS IN SAMOA

Are you considering development Are you proposing any within government-owned land NO land reclamation as part NO of your development?

* Assessment of the DCA will include assessment in YES accordance with YES PUMA's planning and design guidelines, as well as the Waterfront Submit Land Board Plan Application

SubmitDevelopment Is the Development in the Apia Consent Application Waterfront Development (DCA) Area?(refer Waterfront Plan for boundary) Is the Development in the Apia Waterfront Development Area? PUMA submit to AWD PMU for Not approved by assessment NO YES AWD? Resubmit Assessment of DCA YES * NO

Submit AWD Investment Proposal Form to AWD PMU for Approval Revise your DCA as Is your DCA NO per approved? recommendations

Reconsider Land Board Lease agreement development considers proposal process proposal YES

Is your proposal Submit Building NO YES approved? Permit Application (if development includes structures)

Revise your Building Is your Building NO Permit as per Permit approved? recommendations

YES

Commence development works as per conditions of development consent and building permit requirements

88 Figure C.2: Template of investment proposal for any proposed developments along the waterfront APIA WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENT PROJECT Investment Proposal Email to: [email protected] Part 1_Applicant Information Applicant name Organisation E‐mail Phone Mailing address Part 2_Proposal Information Project description Please provide brief details of the proposal including objectives, infrastructure requirements and goods/services to be offered Site description Please identify the site (if known) including location, size and legal description Site ownership Is the site (if known) government, customary or freehold land? If the applicant does not own the site, please provide details of the owner(s) and agreement by the owner(s) for the applicant to use the land (if available) Funding considerations Please summarise how the proposal is to be funded (e.g. applicant resources, bank debt, other public sector funding) and an indication of the total estimated costs Part 3_Waterfront Plan Goals Please briefly outline how the proposal will help to achieve the vision and five (5) goals of the Waterfront Plan Strategies Please briefly outline how the proposal will consider the ten (10) strategies of the Waterfront Plan Part 4_Attachments Attachments Please list any attachments included as part of this Investment Proposal e.g. concept plans, business plan, artist’s impressions, photographs

Note: All proposed developments will need to undergo the standard Development Consent Application and Building Permit processes, and conform to all required planning and design guidelines of PUMA and MWTI. This application form is to be used for proposed investments along the waterfront only and does not replace the Development Consent Application Form.

Waterfront Plan | December 2016 89 Glossary

Accessible means having features to environmental impacts that a land use, Shared zones/shared spaces are permit use by people of all abilities. building or works may cause. roads or places that are shared safely by vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists. A Active frontages occur when people Heritage item means a building, site, shared space may require the removal can interact between buildings and object (e.g. monument) that possesses of traffic lights, pedestrian barriers public spaces/streets, such as building architectural, aesthetic, historical and/ and roadside kerbs to give equal entrances, shop fronts and transparent or cultural values. priority to all road users. building facades. Major developments in this Street furniture refers to objects or Attractors are land-use features in Waterfront Plan refer to developments equipment installed along the street towns and cities that generate activity along the waterfront that have non- that benefit the public e.g. street lights, and interest from locals, visitors and residential land uses. public seating and rubbish bins. tourists. Mixed use development is a type Sustainable building is a building Branding is a marketing process of urban development that blends that ensures the quality of the undertaken to create a unique name residential, commercial, cultural and/ environment and supply of resources is and image for a product or project. or institutional uses that are physically maintained and, wherever practicable, This ensures the product or project is and functionally integrated, and can be enhanced to meet user needs without easily identifiable and has a consistent horizontally or vertically integrated. compromising the needs of future ‘look’ or ‘feel’. generations. Open spaces are areas in cities and Building facades are the fronts or towns that are parks, green spaces and Urban design is the collaborative outer appearance of buildings. other open spaces. and multi-disciplinary process of giving form, shape and character Climate change refers to long-term Passive surveillance refers to to groups of buildings and whole variations in global temperature and ‘eyes on the street’ whereby multiple town areas. It creates outcomes and weather patterns that are both natural activities and uses overlook other places for people with meaning and and as a result of human activity. activities and uses. This helps to create identity. It is also concerned with the a sense of security in streets and public environmental, economic, social and Coastal processes refer to the spaces. cultural consequences of design. dynamic physical processes that act to shape a coastline and its natural People-oriented environment Urban heat island effect refers to landforms (such as reefs and beaches) refers to spaces in towns and cities the higher temperatures experienced and includes processes of wave that put people first. This means city in city and town areas due to a lack formation and breaking, nearshore planning that considers pedestrians of green spaces, an increase in built currents, sediment transport, deposition (and cyclists) in all aspects of planning form and additional human activities. and erosion. Coastal processes are and design. important considerations in the location Views are sights or perspectives, and design of coastal infrastructure. Public art is art of any form or typically of attractive natural or built material that has been planned and environments, that can be observed Crime Prevention Through executed with the intention of being from a particular place. Environmental Design (CPTED) displayed in the public domain, usually is an approach to deterring criminal outside and accessible to all. Vistas refers to long and narrow or antisocial behaviour through the corridor views between rows of trees, design of public spaces. Considerations Public domain refers to publicly used landscaping or buildings. Attractive include lighting, passive surveillance spaces in towns and cities including vistas help to enhance attractors and and building design. streets, plazas, parks, and public generate interest and activity. infrastructure. Design statements are reports that Walkability is the measure of how set out, illustrate and justify the design Resilience is the capacity of a system friendly an area is to walking. process that has led to a development (in this case, the waterfront’s built and consent application. natural environment and community) to Wayfinding refers to information absorb disturbance while undergoing systems (such as signage) that are Development consent applications change so as to still retain essentially designed to guide people through a must be lodged under the Planning the same function, structure and physical environment and enhance their and Urban Management Act 2004 to identity. experience of the space. allow PUMA to assess any potential 90 Contact the Project Unit

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Artist's impression of future Savalalo Market area