13 second-half cases reviewed; one top, two excellence and two encouragement honorees selected
Achievements range from building wildfire response systems to closing welfare blind spots, with recognition going to those who made a tangible difference in residents' lives
Gangbuk-gu has named five civil servants its 2026 second-half "Proactive Administration Outstanding Civil Servants," recognizing employees who applied creativity and expertise to deliver results residents could feel directly.
The program was established to spread a culture of proactive administration within the district by selecting and rewarding staff who contributed to resident convenience through new policy development, regulatory innovation, resolution of civil complaints and improvements in administrative service quality.
The district received 13 nominations for the second half of this year and, following rigorous performance verification, a preliminary review and a final screening, selected five honorees: one top award, two excellence awards and two encouragement awards.
Han Ju-hee, an official in the Parks and Green Spaces Division, took the top honor for leading the development of a wildfire response system using AI and drones. Han integrated AI, drones and closed-circuit television cameras to supplement the existing wildfire monitoring framework and build a 24-hour surveillance and response system. The selection committee cited her contribution to faster situational awareness and stronger initial-response capabilities when wildfires or other disasters occur.
The two excellence awards went to Kim Mi-gyeong of the Community Health Center and Yoo Yun-gyeong of the Education Support Division. Kim expanded eligibility for the community-based rehabilitation program — previously limited to people with physical, brain lesion, developmental and visual disabilities — to include those with hearing impairments, helping close a gap in rehabilitation services.
Yoo advanced a sports activity support project for slow learners, including those with borderline intelligence, who had difficulty accessing existing programs. Particularly notable was her participation in the Seoul Metropolitan Government's "Walking Together with the Vulnerable" grant competition, through which she secured external funding and helped build a systematic support foundation for slow learners.
The two encouragement awards went to Kim Seong-yeon of the Welfare Policy Division and Ra Jong-bin of the Traffic Administration Division. Kim improved the payment process for Seoul-type emergency welfare support grants to ensure faster disbursement to those in need. Ra was recognized for conducting thorough on-site investigations to identify target locations within school zones, then installing high-strength protective barriers to prevent vehicles from encroaching on sidewalks and create a safer commuting environment for children.
The district plans to present the honorees with commendations, cash prizes and additional leave.
Gangbuk-gu District Mayor Jeong Chang-su said administration holds its true value when it brings real change to residents' lives, adding that the district would continue to deliver tangible results through proactive administration.
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