‘Poor Richard’s’ in Colorado Springs has been a mainstay of downtown for decades, and so has the owner. Richard Skorman has been an active community member, even serving on city council.
Tuesday, the city recognized his commitment to Colorado Springs with a ‘Lifetime Achievement Award.’
In the 1970’s, Skorman was a Colorado College student and started his first business, a used paperback store. He expanded and named it ‘Poor Richard’s.’
Since then, his business has grown in to a toy store, restaurant and wine bar. But, his legacy to Colorado Springs goes beyond these downtown businesses.
From a college student to four-time city council member and president, Former Mayor Mary Lou Makepeace has seen Skorman’s dedication.
“We go way back,” said Former Mayor Makepeace. “…He doesn’t have to be on council to get involved, he just does it.”
Skorman’s passion was always about protecting Colorado nature. He started the Trails, Open Space and Parks program (TOPS) to support conservation.