June Boyd, 90, from Toledo, Ohio, has had a remarkable career in politics and real estate. She was the first African American to graduate from a premier high school in Toledo and later became the first African American to work in the county commissioner's office in Lucas County. Boyd spent six years in that office, helping people find jobs. She was the first African American female board member at the Lucas County Board of Elections, overseeing elections for eight years. Additionally, Boyd worked at Toledo's affirmative action office, advocating for people with disabilities and those facing discrimination.
Boyd's career as an influential political figure began in 1958 when she became the first African American to work in the county commissioner's office, where she later helped others gain employment.
Her role as the first African American female board member at the Lucas County Board of Elections marked a significant achievement, where she oversaw the election process and recruited officials.
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