[citation needed] In 1975, Schulter was recruited by 47th Ward Committeeman and Chicago Park District Superintendent Ed Kelly to run for City Council in the ward against John J. Hoellen Jr., a foe of mayor Richard J. Daley who was also running against Daley in the coinciding mayoral election.

Schulter is responsible for legislation that guaranteed equitable citywide cable services and set asides for minorities; he led the drive for more community input on parks; and sponsored the city's Landscape Oridnance which requires the incorporation of landscape plans and planting of trees for every new residential, commercial, or industrial development.

[citation needed] Schulter highlighted the Sulzer Regional Library as a major ward achievement.

Also, he worked to build a field house at Chase Park, fostered revitalization of Lincoln Square Mall, and supported the development of the Ravenswood Industrial Corridor.

Pawar gained under 51% of all votes cast, narrowly avoiding a runoff against Schulter ally Tom O'Donnell.