Patty Schwarz Lockart was born and raised in the Village of Colonie. She was elected in 2014 to Village Trustee, and served as Deputy Mayor from April 2024 – April 2025. Patty is a retired employee of the Colonie Police Department and served as a Victim Specialist for 34 years. She assisted in the investigation and prosecution of sexual offenses and crimes against vulnerable populations. Patty is a founder and Advisory Board Member of the Colonie Youth Court, she also a 3rd term legislator in the Albany County Legislature’s 26th District.