Sim Su Fen, Stef, People's Association

Sim Su Fen, Stef

Senior Constituency Manager

People's Association 

Sim Su Fen, Stef always goes the extra mile to serve the residents of Tanjong Pagar-Tiong Bahru, and to ensure that the environment is safe and vibrant for them.

The Tiong Bahru Sit Wah Dog Run is popular among “pawrents” in the area as the dogs can run free. While there are Grassroots Leaders (GRLs) and Community Volunteers who take ownership of the Dog Run, Stef visits the facility regularly to ensure it remains a safe environment for pawrents and the dogs. During one visit, she noticed sandy bald spots which turn muddy after rainfall. In consultation with NParks, Seng Poh RC, and the Dog Run Group, the Dog Run was temporarily closed to conduct turf-planting works. Stef also ensured that the reinstatement works was communicated in advance to the dog run’s users so that they could make alternative plans. 

On another occasion, the CO received feedback that the fence around the Dog Run was damaged and could be a safety hazard to the dogs. Stef immediately arranged for the fence to be repaired. Whether it was glass shards or grapes found in the Dog Run, or thick overgrowth where snakes could hide, Stef took all feedback seriously and quickly roped in different agencies and partners to ensure the Dog Run was well-maintained. Her resourcefulness and prompt actions kept the users and dogs safe.

One day, Stef came across a senior resident who tripped and fell along the walkway near Tiong Bahru Market. She promptly enlisted a GRL to convey the senior resident to the hospital. Stef also tried to identify the root cause of the senior’s fall and realised it was because of the uneven ground. She quickly alerted Tanjong Pagar Town Council and Land Transport Authority to level the ground to prevent further mishaps from occurring, especially since there are many seniors living there.